Inside one Tampa organization's mission to support sick kids this holiday season

For many children, a trip to the hospital can be frightening. But one young man who remembers all too well has found a way to make hospital stays a bit brighter for kids.

Support North Carolina recovery: Shop holiday gifts from hurricane-hit businesses

As western North Carolina recovers from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, Asheville’s small businesses and artists are turning to the holiday shopping season for support.

Holiday shipping deadlines quickly approaching: Here’s what to know

With the calendar delivering a shortened holiday season this year, proper planning is key – especially if you are shipping gifts to family and friends in other states. 

Clearwater Salvation Army to give Christmas gifts to 2,000 kids, seniors despite hurricane setbacks

The Clearwater Salvation Army's Angel Tree program has persevered through challenges posed by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This week, it will provide gifts to 2,000 Bay Area kids and senior citizens. 

Tampa Bay Area Holiday Lights: Week 2 recap
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Residents in Zephyrhills, Odessa and Tampa are lighting up the holidays in their neighborhoods. Here's a recap of the homes that had some unique holiday lights displays.

5 unusual holiday traditions around the world

Some holiday traditions date back thousands of years, while others are thanks to a marketing campaign from Col. Sanders.

Bucs, Baldwin Group host holiday celebration for military families affected by hurricanes

To support active military families, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Baldwin Group, and the American Red Cross hosted 70 military families affected by recent hurricanes for Winter Fest at Raymond James Stadium.

Top holiday scams to be on the lookout for

Protect yourself from holiday scams with these tips to stay safe while shopping and donating this season.

Salvation Army of Manatee County needing holiday donations before Dec. 17

Volunteers and donations are high priority for the Salvation Army of Manatee County as they close in on their Angel Tree Program's Dec. 17 deadline.

Recipe: Learn how to make roasted almonds

Learn how to make roasted almonds, a quick and easy last minute gift idea.

Land O' Lakes family puts on yearly animatronic Christmas display

A Land O' Lakes man created an interactive holiday light and animatronic display in his front yard for the community called 'The North Pole Experience.'

Are poinsettias and mistletoe really dangerous?

Learn the truth about the safety of popular holiday plants like poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly. Are they as dangerous as you’ve been told, and what precautions should you take?

Feeling the holiday blues? Here are resources that can help

The holidays can be a joyous time to spend with family and friends, but for some, it can be a challenging time.