Good Day Tampa Bay

The number of visitors in Florida during the final quarter of last year surpassed the visitor count for the same quarter before the COVID-19 pandemic. Tourism is officially back and in this state, that's a big deal.

Dave Mishkin is the voice of the Tampa Bay Lightning Radio, but when he?s not behind the mic, the surprisingly soft-spoken broadcaster spends his time at Tampa General Hospital with his therapy dog, Stella.

The folks over at Carlisle Auctions are getting ready for the Lakeland Winter Collector Car Auction this weekend at Sun 'n Fun, but first, they brought in a couple of cars to show off on Good Day.

Rob in New Port Richey bought his Jeep Gladiator Rubicon with all the factory extras in 2020. Don and Alison got their 1968 Corvette in 2013 -- and needed to give it some extra TLC.

Greg Tepper, a local travel expert, describes the spring travel trends that is taking place -- or more specifically, revenge travel. He says with the pandemic postponing trips, some people are upgrading their travel plans.

While the bald eagle population has rebounded from the brink of extinction since the U.S. banned the pesticide DDT in 1972, harmful levels of toxic lead were found in the bones of 46% of bald eagles sampled in 38 states from California to Florida, researchers say.

There are several ways to keep your heart healthy without having to go for a run, such as swimming and rowing.

Slowly moving your bait is helpful for almost any inshore species right now due to those cooler water temperatures, says Captain Dylan Hubbard.

We agree, Charley. A circus show is best way to describe Good Day Tampa Bay. Here are the highlights from this past week.

David Whitwam with Whitwam Organics says it?s time to harvest your winter crop to make room for your spring crops. He explains how you can tell when they are ready to go.

Tito had his 2019 Dodge Charger wrapped in Iron Man graphics, along with some autism awareness symbols. His son has autism and he is the inspiration behind it all.

George in Winter Haven had his motorcycle wrapped to honor his military service and patriotism. He is a retired U.S. Army warrant officer with 33 years of service.

A parasite is now spreading through an invasive species in the Sunshine State. Researchers at the University of Florida say the rat lungworm parasite has been found in a new host, Cuban treefrogs.

Not all pets are thrilled to go to the veterinarian, but there are some techniques you can try to help your dog or cat feel more comfortable.

When that water is stagnant and cold, fish aren?t really moving around as much inshore, but if you look for the wind-protected, sun-baked shorelines and that?s where fish are hanging out, trying to stay warm.

Between saying ?Monster Jam? the right way and discussing how to look attractive, it?s been another fun week on Good Day Tampa Bayt.