Teen 'patriots' step across party lines for magazine to educate, inspire unity among next generation
A group of teens have created Young Patriots Magazine, which features political articles from both a liberal and conservative perspective. They hope it's a chance to share different opinions in a conflict-free environment.
A group of teens have created Young Patriots Magazine, which features political articles from both a liberal and conservative perspective. They hope it's a chance to share different opinions in a conflict-free environment.
Residents near Piney Point turn attention to environmental concerns
The threat of a large-scale breach of contaminated water is over at the old Piney Point phosphate plant but concerns remain over water leaking from the holding ponds and the proposed solutions to fix short and long-term problems.
The threat of a large-scale breach of contaminated water is over at the old Piney Point phosphate plant but concerns remain over water leaking from the holding ponds and the proposed solutions to fix short and long-term problems.
State education program helps parents teach their children, prepare them for kindergarten
A statewide, home-based early intervention program helps parents teach their young children literacy and language skills before they enter kindergarten -- giving them an easy transition to learning at school.
A statewide, home-based early intervention program helps parents teach their young children literacy and language skills before they enter kindergarten -- giving them an easy transition to learning at school.
Hillsborough nonprofit opens first school in the U.S. specifically for children with cancer
1 Voice Academy in Brandon is the first school in the country for children diagnosed with cancer, giving kids the opportunity to still learn while undergoing treatment instead of falling behind in their classes.
1 Voice Academy in Brandon is the first school in the country for children diagnosed with cancer, giving kids the opportunity to still learn while undergoing treatment instead of falling behind in their classes.
Backyard orchid hobby blooms into beautiful business during pandemic
Spring has sprung and many people are starting to spruce up their yards with beautiful plants. You might not think to start your search for orchids in the heart downtown St. Petersburg, but one unique farm may change your mind.
Spring has sprung and many people are starting to spruce up their yards with beautiful plants. You might not think to start your search for orchids in the heart downtown St. Petersburg, but one unique farm may change your mind.
Golf for a great cause: The Abe Brown Legacy Golf Tournament returns
The Ninth Annual Abe Brown Legacy Golf Tournament returns to Innisbrook's Copperhead Course on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
The Ninth Annual Abe Brown Legacy Golf Tournament returns to Innisbrook's Copperhead Course on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
Tampa pharmacy working to get vaccines out to Black, minority communities
While the Greyhound Track and Raymond James Stadium are popular sites for the COVID-19 vaccine, they're not easily accessible for everyone.
While the Greyhound Track and Raymond James Stadium are popular sites for the COVID-19 vaccine, they're not easily accessible for everyone.
Virtual job fair for veterans Tuesday
A job fair is happing virtually Tuesday for veterans, the National Guard, Federal Reserve, and their spouses.
A job fair is happing virtually Tuesday for veterans, the National Guard, Federal Reserve, and their spouses.
Old Florida, new crop: Long-time Sarasota farmers invite public to pick blueberries
From citrus to cattle, the Albritton family has farmed since the 1800s. But times have changed. In 2015, they cleared 25 acres of citrus, and in its place, they planted 60,000 blueberry plants.
From citrus to cattle, the Albritton family has farmed since the 1800s. But times have changed. In 2015, they cleared 25 acres of citrus, and in its place, they planted 60,000 blueberry plants.
Public input needed for Tropicana Field site redevelopment
St. Petersburg residents are invited to give input on the plans for the redevelopment of the Tropicana Field site.
St. Petersburg residents are invited to give input on the plans for the redevelopment of the Tropicana Field site.
Hillsborough County offering emergency assistance for renters
Hillsborough County is offering financial assistance for those having a hard time paying rent due to being impacted by COVID-19.
Hillsborough County is offering financial assistance for those having a hard time paying rent due to being impacted by COVID-19.
$13 for 13 Campaign helps kids in need get new shoes
Thousands of children across the Tampa Bay area are in need of a decent pair of shoes. That's why the FOX 13 Care Force is teaming up with Metropolitan Ministries for the $13 for 13 Campaign.
Thousands of children across the Tampa Bay area are in need of a decent pair of shoes. That's why the FOX 13 Care Force is teaming up with Metropolitan Ministries for the $13 for 13 Campaign.
Walk-in clinic on wheels: Pasco brings COVID-19 vaccine straight to neighborhoods
Pasco officials are bringing their mobile medical unit to parts of the county where residents need better access to it.
Pasco officials are bringing their mobile medical unit to parts of the county where residents need better access to it.
Red Cross asking for community assistance on 'Giving Day'
On Red Cross Giving Day, the organization is asking the community for help to make sure families don't face tragedies alone.
On Red Cross Giving Day, the organization is asking the community for help to make sure families don't face tragedies alone.
Program helps Hillsborough County seniors with home repairs
Seniors on a fixed income can sometimes have a hard time paying for costly home repairs. Thanks to a Hillsborough County program, their homes are getting the repairs they need.
Seniors on a fixed income can sometimes have a hard time paying for costly home repairs. Thanks to a Hillsborough County program, their homes are getting the repairs they need.
Book-folding business turns old pages into fresh art
Five years ago, Lauren Dykes was trying to figure out what to do with some old books. She decided she would repurpose a book into a piece of art and that's when she discovered book folding.
Five years ago, Lauren Dykes was trying to figure out what to do with some old books. She decided she would repurpose a book into a piece of art and that's when she discovered book folding.
Pinellas County receives $21.4 million to help residents at risk of losing their home
Residents who have fallen behind on payments or who have an eviction notice may qualify for assistance if they are single and make under $39,400. A household can qualify if they collectively make under $56,250.
Residents who have fallen behind on payments or who have an eviction notice may qualify for assistance if they are single and make under $39,400. A household can qualify if they collectively make under $56,250.
Beach art class helps participants relax by painting picture-perfect sunsets
There are no shortages of beautiful sunsets around the Tampa Bay area and now an artist is teaching others how to paint sunsets one brushstroke at a time while unwinding on Indian Rocks Beach.
There are no shortages of beautiful sunsets around the Tampa Bay area and now an artist is teaching others how to paint sunsets one brushstroke at a time while unwinding on Indian Rocks Beach.
From Lakeland, Floridians get a colorful taste of France
DOU Bakehouse is an artisan bakery located in Lakeland, Florida. They do most of their business in wholesale to resorts in Orlando, but they have curbside pickup available at their kitchen in Lakeland.
DOU Bakehouse is an artisan bakery located in Lakeland, Florida. They do most of their business in wholesale to resorts in Orlando, but they have curbside pickup available at their kitchen in Lakeland.
New transportation service helps those in need catch a ride throughout the Tampa Bay area
A new service is helping those in need get around throughout the Tampa Bay area, paying a $6 flat fee for a ride anywhere in the region. People may qualify as "transportation disadvantaged" due to a physical or mental disability, age, or income.
A new service is helping those in need get around throughout the Tampa Bay area, paying a $6 flat fee for a ride anywhere in the region. People may qualify as "transportation disadvantaged" due to a physical or mental disability, age, or income.