Florida's tax-free holiday for hurricane supplies lasts until June 4
Hurricane season isn't waiting for the COVID-19 pandemic to wrap up. As residents head out to gather their supplies, they're having to do things a little differently.
Daredevil Nik Wallenda and crew will host drive-in 'thrill' shows in Sarasota
At Nathan Benderson Park, there's a show going up unlike any other. The idea came straight from the drive-in movie concept. You pull up with your family and you're safely spread out from others.
Hurricane prep tax holiday begins Friday
Starting Friday, shoppers in Florida emerging from coronavirus stay-at-home orders can avoid paying sales taxes while putting together disaster-preparation stockpiles for the 2020 hurricane season.
Tampa photographer giving away free bridal photo shoot to nurse on frontline of COVID-19 pandemic
Ryan Joseph, owner of Joseph Fine Art Photographs, is giving away a free photography package that’s worth approximately $7,800 to a Bay Area registered nurse in honor of his mother.
AAA: '100 Deadliest Days' of crashes involving teen drivers begin
It's a key time to remind young drivers about avoiding reckless risks on road with school being out and summer beginning.
Great Explorations hosting adult game night
Great Explorations Children's Museum usually focuses on keeping kids entertained, but they're helping adults have a little fun.
Tampa re-ups fund to help small businesses
The city of Tampa is expanding access to its coronavirus relief grant for small businesses.
ZooTampa reopens to seniors Tuesday before full reopening Friday
After being closed for over two months, ZooTampa is preparing to reopen to the public on Friday. Before their official reopening, they set Tuesday aside as a special day just for senior citizens to have a day at the zoo just for themselves.
Patriotic artwork honors firefighters using repurposed fire hose
Temple Terrace firefighters David Burton and Andy Muzzy make American flags from retired fire equipment.
USF launches fundraiser for international students stranded in Tampa by COVID-19
There are about 5,000 international students who study at the University of South Florida. When classes moved online in March, those students scrambled to get home as flights were canceled and governments closed their borders to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Lakeland teen plays personal 'violin-o-grams' for veterans on Memorial Day
Bill Hallbritter didn’t have to leave his house to commemorate Memorial Day Monday.
Saving ears and saving lives: USF lab producing ear savers, PPE for Tampa healthcare workers
A lab at the University of South Florida has shifted its focus from product design to manufacturing in an effort to provide critical PPE for healthcare workers.
Church volunteers write letters of hope for those struggling during the coronavirus pandemic
The unknowns of the coronavirus pandemic can create a mental strain on anyone, which is why Next Level Church is writing personalized Letters of Hope for anyone that wants to receive one.
Recipe for Asian pepper beef
Recipe for Asian pepper beef.
Sunscreen report: SPF above 50 likely not providing more protection
Crowds of people are expected to hit the water, set up on the beach, and enjoy a sunny three-day weekend here in Tampa Bay.
'Consider alternate plans:' Pinellas sheriff braces for max-capacity beaches this Memorial Day
Indian Rocks Beach was quiet before sunrise Friday ahead of Memorial Day weekend, but Pinellas County officials are bracing for the possibility of large crowds at its beaches amid continuing concerns over the spread of COVID-19.
Lab CEO admits delays, pushes back on AdventHealth claim that tests were 'unreliable'
33,000 COVID-19 tests administered in West and Central Florida are being deemed "unreliable" by AdventHealth, leaving patients wondering if their results were accurate -- if they received their results at all.
Bay Area rental owners await word from state as Panhandle counties get green light
Eight Panhandle counties have been cleared by Tallahassee to resume vacation rentals with some coronavirus restrictions. With the holiday weekend looming, Bay Area owners are hoping for the same good news soon -- but not every local county has submitted a plan.
Meals on Wheels for Kids feeding 500 in Pinellas County
An organization is leading the charge to get food to children in need. Their extra effort to deliver meals to families is what's right with Tampa Bay.
Feeding Tampa Bay helps RCMA feed migrant families
Feeding Tampa Bay has expanded its meal delivery program and will now help feed migrant workers.