As Christmas quickly approaches, Metro Ministries still in need of donations
With supply chain shortages, buying in bulk has been almost impossible for the non-profit, meaning every donation is crucial.
With supply chain shortages, buying in bulk has been almost impossible for the non-profit, meaning every donation is crucial.
McDonald's, Mariah Carey team for '12 days of deals' holiday menu
McDonald’s announced that the deals will start on Dec. 13. Customers will have the opportunity to get a different item from the menu each day for free when they make a purchase of at least $1.
McDonald’s announced that the deals will start on Dec. 13. Customers will have the opportunity to get a different item from the menu each day for free when they make a purchase of at least $1.
Green Monday will have holiday shoppers racing against shipping deadlines
Holiday shopping on Green Monday this year may not guarantee your gift still comes on time, given widespread supply chain issues and the fact that some shipping deadlines have already passed.
Holiday shopping on Green Monday this year may not guarantee your gift still comes on time, given widespread supply chain issues and the fact that some shipping deadlines have already passed.
FedEx warns of holiday shipping delays after storms cause 'substantial disruptions'
“FedEx Express experienced substantial disruptions at the Memphis hub last night due to severe thunderstorms,” the company said on its website.
“FedEx Express experienced substantial disruptions at the Memphis hub last night due to severe thunderstorms,” the company said on its website.
Authorities warn of criminals using QR codes, gift cards to scam people this holiday
Everything from QR codes, to store-bought gift cards, should be examined with a careful eye as you shop this holiday season.
Everything from QR codes, to store-bought gift cards, should be examined with a careful eye as you shop this holiday season.
Find a Florida-style Christmas tree in Dade City
From Sand Pines and Southern Red Cedars to Carolina Sapphires and Leyland Cypress trees, Ergle Christmas Tree Farm in Dade City gives customers the experience of looking for a live tree for the holidays.
From Sand Pines and Southern Red Cedars to Carolina Sapphires and Leyland Cypress trees, Ergle Christmas Tree Farm in Dade City gives customers the experience of looking for a live tree for the holidays.
Holiday hazards: How to be safe and festive this season
With all the extra decorations, cooking and company, the holidays are full of potential hazards.
With all the extra decorations, cooking and company, the holidays are full of potential hazards.
After a year away, Santa is back in town posing for pictures, listening to wish lists
After COVID-19 put a damper on children seeing Santa Claus last year, the big guy is back at Bay Area stores and ready to visit with kids in person.
After COVID-19 put a damper on children seeing Santa Claus last year, the big guy is back at Bay Area stores and ready to visit with kids in person.
Trim your Christmas tree with unique Tampa treasures
From minarets to alligators to manatees or shells, the Plant Museum and the Morean Arts Center offer one-of-a-kind treasures to go on or below the Christmas tree.
From minarets to alligators to manatees or shells, the Plant Museum and the Morean Arts Center offer one-of-a-kind treasures to go on or below the Christmas tree.
Longtime friends share passion for creating custom wreaths
Erika Rodriguez and Annie Groves run Annie & E’s Custom Wreaths. Naturally, this is the pair’s busiest part of the year. To make this time more challenging, it's a side job for both -- but one they love.
Erika Rodriguez and Annie Groves run Annie & E’s Custom Wreaths. Naturally, this is the pair’s busiest part of the year. To make this time more challenging, it's a side job for both -- but one they love.
Pay special attention to veterans and their mental health during the holidays, doctor says
A U.S. veteran shared his struggle with mental health after losing both legs while serving in Afghanistan. His hope is that his story will help other veterans who might be struggling during the holidays.
A U.S. veteran shared his struggle with mental health after losing both legs while serving in Afghanistan. His hope is that his story will help other veterans who might be struggling during the holidays.
A replica of the iconic Grinch cave could be yours for the night
The story of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” has been brought to life for a limited time, giving holiday revelers the chance to experience the Grinch and his dog Max’s home.
The story of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” has been brought to life for a limited time, giving holiday revelers the chance to experience the Grinch and his dog Max’s home.
Train ride to 'North Pole' lets families forget challenges for a day
A festive holiday treat lifted the spirits of some kids facing a difficult medical diagnosis on Wednesday. They got a ride to the North Pole, via Manatee County.
A festive holiday treat lifted the spirits of some kids facing a difficult medical diagnosis on Wednesday. They got a ride to the North Pole, via Manatee County.
‘It’s the right thing to do’: YMCA volunteers help play Santa to hundreds of St. Pete children
For more than 30 years, the YMCA’s ‘Neighbor to Neighbor Christmas Program’ has been helping needy families in St. Petersburg have a happy holiday.
For more than 30 years, the YMCA’s ‘Neighbor to Neighbor Christmas Program’ has been helping needy families in St. Petersburg have a happy holiday.
Cutting the cheese: Mazzaro's to slice 840-pound block of aged provolone ahead of Christmas
Mazzaro's continued a holiday tradition Tuesday morning by cutting into an 840-block of aged provolone that was shipped from Italy.
Mazzaro's continued a holiday tradition Tuesday morning by cutting into an 840-block of aged provolone that was shipped from Italy.
St. Pete officers go Christmas shopping to spread holiday cheer to children, families in need
This year, Santa once again had some help from officers at the St. Petersburg Police Department as they spent their morning at Walmart filling up their shopping carts for kids in the community.
This year, Santa once again had some help from officers at the St. Petersburg Police Department as they spent their morning at Walmart filling up their shopping carts for kids in the community.
How to go eclectic with holiday decorations without cluttering
When it comes to holiday decor, you don't have to stick to the traditional colors.
When it comes to holiday decor, you don't have to stick to the traditional colors.
Children across St. Petersburg gifted with new bicycles just in time for Christmas
Over 100 children in St. Pete will receive new bicycles for the holidays this year. The initiative started in 2019 when one local man spotted an officer purchasing a bicycle for a resident. Police play a role in delivering the new bikes in the community.
Over 100 children in St. Pete will receive new bicycles for the holidays this year. The initiative started in 2019 when one local man spotted an officer purchasing a bicycle for a resident. Police play a role in delivering the new bikes in the community.
Custom gift baskets, locally made art & more at the St. Petersburg Visitor Center store
The gift shop at the St. Petersburg Visitors Center might be your one-stop shop for holiday gifting this year. And most of the money spent there goes back to local makers and artists.
The gift shop at the St. Petersburg Visitors Center might be your one-stop shop for holiday gifting this year. And most of the money spent there goes back to local makers and artists.
From Gasparilla beads to Cuban sandwiches, you can make your holidays dazzle with Bay Area treasures
When it comes to Christmas decorations, you can find inspiration from across the Bay Area: like using those Gasparilla beads as a tree garland or serving Cuban sandwiches at your holiday party.
When it comes to Christmas decorations, you can find inspiration from across the Bay Area: like using those Gasparilla beads as a tree garland or serving Cuban sandwiches at your holiday party.