Prodigy Cultural Arts program celebrates 20 years of youth diversion and education
A local non-profit is celebrating 20 years of service of helping bay area youth with life-changing programs.
Certain toys can keep kids entertained, challenged during the pandemic
This year has been unforgettable with the novel coronavirus outbreak, and for families, it has provided an opportunity to reconnect, but it can eventually get tough if parents run out of ideas to entertain the kids.
Exhibit showcases fiber, Florida artistry
An innovative exhibit is now showing at Florida Craft Art in St. Petersburg.
Virtual shows help local musicians survive COVID closures
Four months of being shut down is taking its toll on Florida bars. Owners, servers and bartenders are all feeling the economic pinch. Musicians who play in those bars are suffering too.
Owl's Nest Sanctuary for Wildlife
For more information about the Owl's Nest Sanctuary for Wildlife in Odessa, visit https://www.owlsnestsanctuaryforwildlife.com/
Hillsborough extends mask order; sets up COVID-19 dashboard
Emergency planners in Hillsborough County voted Monday to extend the countywide mask order for another seven days as Florida continues to set new records for coronavirus cases.
Volunteers needed for nationwide COVID-19 vaccine trial
Researchers are making a nationwide call for volunteers in a COVID-19 vaccine trial and some facilities in Florida are among those signing up volunteers for clinical studies.
Pinellas school leaders draft reopening plan, which includes requiring face coverings for students
When Pinellas County schools reopen for the first time in nearly five months, things will look and feel a lot different for students and staff. Everyone will be required to wear masks or face coverings, classrooms will be rearranged and even school buses will have a new way to get on and off.
Polk CARES program applications for residents are due Friday
The last day to apply for federal grants to anyone in Polk County struggling financially because of the pandemic is Friday, July 10.
Hillsborough County providing free masks starting Thursday, July 9
For those in Hillsborough County who still need a face mask, they can get one for free.
Manatee County food bank needs volunteers to help feed hundreds impacted by pandemic
As soon as the Manatee County mega food pantry opens, the need can be seen.
Leafy greens help power Crop Juice to expand across Sarasota
Crop Juice is a cold-press juice company in Sarasota. The company started seven years ago when owner Karen Odierna started testing out leafy green juice.
From the Railroad Era to the inverted pyramid, St. Pete's piers took on many forms since the 1800s
Landmarks are a source of pride for locals and a destination for others. Like the Space Needle in Seattle or the Gateway Arch of St. Louis, the Pier is a visual representation of St. Petersburg's identity and its history.
Hazardous hand sanitizer being sold at U.S. stores, FDA warns
The FDA has issued a warning about dangerous hand sanitizers that contain poison. The agency says there’s been a sharp increase in products that test positive for the toxic contaminant methanol.
Sarasota woman's store features made-in-the-USA items meant for fellow female veterans
After Nadine Noky finished five years in the Army, she noticed a lack of clothing and merchandise tailored to female veterans. That became her new mission.
Photo gallery: St. Pete's piers through the years
The new St. Pete Pier isn't the first of its kind. The landmark has played an integral part in the city -- even before it became a city.
Robotic animals help isolated seniors find companionship during pandemic
A new program sponsored by the Florida Alzheimer's Association and the Department of Elder Affairs provides seniors with robotic dogs, cats or an mp3 player.
Tampa International Airport announces return of more flights, launches online passenger tools
The Fourth of July holiday weekend is typically one of the busiest in the year at Tampa International Airport, but as more people decide to stay home this year over safety concerns, you can expect travel numbers to be down significantly.
USF mega pantry feeding 10,000 a week
A consistent line of cars, stacks of boxes, and groups of volunteers made for a lot of activity in the parking lot of the University of South Florida's Yuengling Center Wednesday afternoon.
Program will pay businesses and new employees for on-the-job training in Hillsborough County
CareerSource Tampa Bay launched a new program Wednesday aimed at helping as many as 2,100 people in Hillsborough County get back to work.