Polk prisoners handcraft hundreds of wooden toys to donate to Toys for Tots
For the past 20 years, prisoners at Polk Correctional Institution have made hundreds of wooden toys by hand each holiday season to donate to Toys for Tots.
For the past 20 years, prisoners at Polk Correctional Institution have made hundreds of wooden toys by hand each holiday season to donate to Toys for Tots.
Holiday shipping deadlines: How to make sure packages arrive by Christmas
It's officially the busiest week of the year for the U.S. Postal Service, and the clock is ticking to get those packages and letters in the mail so they can arrive before Christmas.
It's officially the busiest week of the year for the U.S. Postal Service, and the clock is ticking to get those packages and letters in the mail so they can arrive before Christmas.
Kraft Philadelphia Cream Cheese will pay you $20 not to make cheesecake this Christmas amid shortage
Amid cream cheese shortages and supply chain disruptions, the makers of Philadelphia Cream Cheese say they will pay consumers not to make cheesecakes this holiday season.
Amid cream cheese shortages and supply chain disruptions, the makers of Philadelphia Cream Cheese say they will pay consumers not to make cheesecakes this holiday season.
Holiday travel forecast shows return to pre-pandemic levels
Floridians are making up for lost time this holiday season after canceling family vacations and holiday visits last year because of COVID-19 precautions.
Floridians are making up for lost time this holiday season after canceling family vacations and holiday visits last year because of COVID-19 precautions.
Dazzling, 5-acres of Christmas decorations light up Florida home
The display has been part of “Robert Moore’s 5 Acres Of Christmas Lights."
The display has been part of “Robert Moore’s 5 Acres Of Christmas Lights."
Mom and daughter bring holiday joy to hospice patients, one card at a time
A daughter and mom team are spending part of their holidays brightening the spirits the of hospice patients. How they are comforting them is What's Right with Tampa Bay.
A daughter and mom team are spending part of their holidays brightening the spirits the of hospice patients. How they are comforting them is What's Right with Tampa Bay.
Pinellas deputies go on shopping spree to purchase presents for families in need
Dozens of Pinellas County Sheriffs Office deputies, volunteers, and community members were up early Tuesday morning to load shopping carts with toys and basic necessities for those in need. This year, deputies shopped for over 200 families and 500 kids in the county.
Dozens of Pinellas County Sheriffs Office deputies, volunteers, and community members were up early Tuesday morning to load shopping carts with toys and basic necessities for those in need. This year, deputies shopped for over 200 families and 500 kids in the county.
Move over, pumpkins; Hunsader Farms welcomes Santa Claus
It’s a Bradenton farm known for its pumpkin festival that draws visitors from across the country. But Hunsader Farms says its "Country Christmas" is just as charming.
It’s a Bradenton farm known for its pumpkin festival that draws visitors from across the country. But Hunsader Farms says its "Country Christmas" is just as charming.
Viral gift wrapping hacks for this holiday season
Social media users are sharing their various gift wrapping hacks online. Whether they involve secret techniques for oddly shaped gifts or showing off unique gadgets that help make the process easier, these tips will help make the holidays a lot less stressful.
Social media users are sharing their various gift wrapping hacks online. Whether they involve secret techniques for oddly shaped gifts or showing off unique gadgets that help make the process easier, these tips will help make the holidays a lot less stressful.
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.