Tampa Bay travel industry holding job fair ahead of expected rush of tourists

Restrictions dropping around the country have people packing their bags for a summer vacation, and Tampa Bay’s airports are hiring to help meet the demand.

More than money needed to fix problems at Department of Veterans Affairs

While Congress passed reforms to reduce a backlog of veterans claims, a former VA insider told FOX 13 that, based on his experience, policies intended to improve performance in some cases backfired. 

Breeder of law enforcement dogs giving pup to military veteran

A local law enforcement dog breeder is giving away one of man's best friend to a military veteran for free. This gift to help a vet find a friend is what's right with Tampa Bay.

North Port teens get chance to go to prom in style -- for free

North Port office space has been transformed into a prom boutique, with designer dresses, shoes, jewelry, corsages and even clothes for the guys.  Everything is free for seniors attending North Port's community prom. 

Making Strides hosts virtual Mother's Day brunch

The American Cancer Society is celebrating breast cancer survivors, caregivers, and all of the incredible women in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer community.

Teens needed for COVID-19 vaccine study in Lakeland

A COVID-19 vaccine for teenagers is being tested in Lakeland. The company that is running the clinical trials, Accel Research Sites, is looking for young people who want to take part in the study.

Brain training research participants needed for dementia-prevention study

For the last three years, researchers at the University of South Florida have been analyzing the effectiveness of computer games on the brains of older adults and now they need more participants for a study that aims to prove its effectiveness.

Where to drop off unused prescriptions on National Drug Take Back Day

National Drug Takeback Day is taking place on Saturday, April 24 in an effort to prevent prescription drugs from being lost, misused or stolen.

Crystal River tour guide searching for family who lost camera with years-old vacation photos

A tour guide in Crystal River saw a glimmer on the bottom of the spring near the end of a manatee’s nose. It was an old camera and now he's launched a social media campaign to return it to its owners.

Program aims to teach water-friendly gardening in St. Pete

An organization dedicated to keeping Bay Area water clean is working with the community to protect the area's drinking water supply. 

‘Tampa Bay Taco Takeover’ starts on Taco Tuesday, benefits homeless program

It’s Taco Tuesday, meaning it’s time to eat as many tacos as you want -- guilt-free -- because the “Tampa Bay Taco Takeover” event is all for a good cause.

Lecanto woman's gnomes are part of a patriotic mission

Diana Makovitch's home in Lecanto is filled with gnomes. So many gnomes, she's nicknamed her home ‘gnomeville.’ Each one is named after a real-life veteran. 

Sarasota Honey Company gives homeowners a chance to raise bees in their own backyards

A family-owned honey company gives homeowners the opportunity to raise bees in their own backyards -- and collect some delicious honey as their reward. The small business also hires individuals with special needs to give them employment opportunities and training.