MacDill Air Force Base's military role through the years
May is Military Appreciation Month. MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa has played a critical role in the military over the years. FOX 13's Mark Wilson takes a look.
Decorated Army veteran inspiring next generation after over 2 decades of service
A retired colonel is inspiring his own son to serve in the military after serving in the U.S. Army for 22 years.
Navy veteran blesses Tarpon Springs with handcrafted chocolates and baked goods
A Navy veteran is blessing the Tarpon Springs community with her homemade creations after she turned to baking to escape a bad situation.
Bay Area veteran helps fellow vets get what they need while highlighting their stories
Air Force veteran David Vargas helped launch the Pinellas County Veterans Association -- and now, he's highlighting dozens of fellow veterans' stories in a new book.
Female veterans battling hair loss are reclaiming their natural beauty at a Bay Area restoration center
Many women who served in the military eventually fight hair loss but they are reclaiming their natural beauty thanks to a Bay Area woman.
Decorated local veteran honored for courageous global rescue efforts
A former military officer and founder of a local non-profit is being recognized for saving lives in some of the world’s most dangerous places.
Operation Code Vet
FOX 13's Mike Hughes shares how a local veteran couple who was down on their luck were rejuvenated through the help of one local Tampa Bay organization.
At 101, Dunedin World War II veteran reflects on service during ‘Victory in Europe Day’
May 8, 1944, is a day Bob Russell remembers well. A fighter/bomber pilot with the U.S. Army Air Corps in Europe, he was in a hospital room near Belgium recovering from being shot down when he heard the news that the Germans had surrendered.
Manatee County World War II veteran receives highest honor from France
Victory over the Nazis was won in Europe 80 years ago, and it was because of the sacrifices of service members. A Manatee County U.S. Army veteran, who was one of those service members, received the highest award possible from France.
Air Force veteran shares artistic talent through personalized plaques and signs
After serving 22 years in the Air Force, one man is using another talent to enrich the lives of other veterans with personalized plaques and signs.
See the new warplane shown off during Special Operations Forces Week
L3 Harris test pilot Clint Logwood lives in St. Petersburg. He's showing off his company's new warplane close to home, in Tampa, during SOF Week: The Sky Warden Skyraider 2.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks at Special Operations Forces Week event in Tampa
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave the keynote address Tuesday in Tampa as part of Special Operations Forces Week 2025.
Palm Harbor WWII veteran finds comfort in new mission at 100 years old: ‘Life is golden’
O'Neil Ducharme sits comfortably in his recliner, centered in his garage, as he stares out into the cul-de-sac in front of his home, surprised by how quickly time flies.
Tampa Bay Rowdies giving back in honor of Military Appreciation Month
The Tampa Bay Rowdies are giving back in honor of Military Appreciation Month.
Charley's World | The Baking Soldier
May is Military Appreciation Month, in honor of that, Charley traveled to Tarpon Springs to talk with The Baking Soldier.
Program gives Florida veterans a path to agriculture careers
The Veterans Florida Agriculture Program at the University of Florida is giving veterans a chance to learn about all aspects of agriculture.
Army veteran turns young lives around at Pasco County school
The end of the school year can mean bittersweet goodbyes to teachers and education leaders who have made a difference. For many students at East Pasco Education Academy in Dade City, that person is school social worker, Michael Brooks.
Family of fallen WWII airman mark first Memorial Day since remains were identified 80 years later
This Memorial Day is one that's been more than 80 years in the making for the family of a fallen World War II Airman 2nd. Lt. Pharis Weekley, whose remains weren't identified until last year.