COVID-19 spreads through downtown St. Pete, forcing restaurants to again close
The recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Florida and around downtown St. Petersburg is causing some restaurants and bars there to shut down less than two weeks after the state gave bars the all-clear to reopen.
The recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Florida and around downtown St. Petersburg is causing some restaurants and bars there to shut down less than two weeks after the state gave bars the all-clear to reopen.
Garth Brooks turns to drive-ins to keep the music going
We know Garth Brooks can sell out arenas, but the pandemic has silenced the superstar and many others -- until now. Brooks is planning to hold a concert showing at drive-in theaters across North America.
We know Garth Brooks can sell out arenas, but the pandemic has silenced the superstar and many others -- until now. Brooks is planning to hold a concert showing at drive-in theaters across North America.
Bay Area 'hippie' breathes easier by making, selling her own candles
Krista Jacobson started Hippies Homemade Candles in her kitchen back in 2013. She worked as a message therapist burning candles every day, but that was a problem.
Krista Jacobson started Hippies Homemade Candles in her kitchen back in 2013. She worked as a message therapist burning candles every day, but that was a problem.
Two medical students write children's book to explain why we've been staying home
How do you explain to your child why we are staying home during the pandemic and what coronavirus is? A new book written by two medical students could help with that.
How do you explain to your child why we are staying home during the pandemic and what coronavirus is? A new book written by two medical students could help with that.
Desk barriers, staggered schedules, masks may be standard for Sarasota students in 2020
For parents and students, as they look ahead to the upcoming school year, the big question is: What will next year look like? In Sarasota County, the 2020 school year will bring changes for students.
For parents and students, as they look ahead to the upcoming school year, the big question is: What will next year look like? In Sarasota County, the 2020 school year will bring changes for students.
First phase of 'return to play' guidelines begins for Pinellas County student-athletes
Athletes in the Pinellas County School District were able to return to the field Monday as the district kicked off summer practices. School officials have implemented a three-phase plan along with numerous guidelines in order to make sure their athletes and coaches are staying safe during the pandemic.
Athletes in the Pinellas County School District were able to return to the field Monday as the district kicked off summer practices. School officials have implemented a three-phase plan along with numerous guidelines in order to make sure their athletes and coaches are staying safe during the pandemic.
Flag Day cake recipe
Learn to make an American flag cake.
Learn to make an American flag cake.
Get back to nature at a Hillsborough County park
If getting outdoors is your thing, or if basking in the green spaces of natural Florida appeals to you, then Hillsborough County's Parks and Recreation Department has more options for you than ever.
If getting outdoors is your thing, or if basking in the green spaces of natural Florida appeals to you, then Hillsborough County's Parks and Recreation Department has more options for you than ever.
Tampa Blu Crabs offers twist on classic crab shack
Tampa Blu Crabs prides itself on serving seafood with a twist. The restaurant, which opens on June 13, creates the experience of a classic crab shack with unique combinations and flavors.
Tampa Blu Crabs prides itself on serving seafood with a twist. The restaurant, which opens on June 13, creates the experience of a classic crab shack with unique combinations and flavors.
Manatee County students must register to ride school buses
The start of the school year is still a few months away, but Bay Area school districts are already starting to plan for the fall as the governor announced schools can return to full capacity.
The start of the school year is still a few months away, but Bay Area school districts are already starting to plan for the fall as the governor announced schools can return to full capacity.
Tampa barbecue restaurant serving food and community through service
A family-owned restaurant is serving food as well as serving the community by paying its success forward.
A family-owned restaurant is serving food as well as serving the community by paying its success forward.
Financial assistance program now available for Manatee County residents
Starting Wednesday, Manatee County residents who need help making rent, mortgage or utility payments can apply online for one-time emergency assistance through the Manatee CARES Housing Assistance Program.
Starting Wednesday, Manatee County residents who need help making rent, mortgage or utility payments can apply online for one-time emergency assistance through the Manatee CARES Housing Assistance Program.
Scammers pretend to be COVID-19 contact-tracers to get personal information from victims
Local health departments are using contact tracing to slow the spread of COVID-19. It is basically informing people they may have been exposed after being in contact with someone who tests positive for the virus.
Local health departments are using contact tracing to slow the spread of COVID-19. It is basically informing people they may have been exposed after being in contact with someone who tests positive for the virus.
First class of Tampa college preparatory school sending 98% of graduates to college
Senior graduation has a significant meaning for students at Cristo Rey Tampa High School.
Senior graduation has a significant meaning for students at Cristo Rey Tampa High School.
Tampa woman turns old cigar boxes into fashionable accessories
Ybor City was once known as the cigar capitol of the world, which means the city has produced its share of cigar boxes as well. Now, one local woman has made a business out of up-cycling these pieces of Tampa history.
Ybor City was once known as the cigar capitol of the world, which means the city has produced its share of cigar boxes as well. Now, one local woman has made a business out of up-cycling these pieces of Tampa history.
Providing help to small businesses in their time of need
A Small Business Administration grant is helping the Tampa Bay Women's Business Centre keep small businesses afloat. The impact that the program is having is What's Right with Tampa Bay.
A Small Business Administration grant is helping the Tampa Bay Women's Business Centre keep small businesses afloat. The impact that the program is having is What's Right with Tampa Bay.
School is out for the summer, but cafeteria food is still available for Hillsborough County children
Once students were sent home for virtual learning back in March, Hillsborough County kicked off their Grab-and-Go meal service to make sure their students didn’t go hungry. Now that summer is here, they’re doing the same thing again.
Once students were sent home for virtual learning back in March, Hillsborough County kicked off their Grab-and-Go meal service to make sure their students didn’t go hungry. Now that summer is here, they’re doing the same thing again.
Pharmacy owner continues mission for community health after looters ransack business
After an East Tampa pharmacy was burglarized and vandalized during protests this week, the owner is doubling down on her efforts to empower and uplift the community around her business.
After an East Tampa pharmacy was burglarized and vandalized during protests this week, the owner is doubling down on her efforts to empower and uplift the community around her business.
Equality in communities built through supporting black-owned businesses
Entrepreneurs say one way to make an impact during the nation’s reckoning following the murder of George Floyd is to support black-owned businesses.
Entrepreneurs say one way to make an impact during the nation’s reckoning following the murder of George Floyd is to support black-owned businesses.
HUG connects those with special needs, even during the pandemic
Melissa Caulfield and her mom Terry Boatner are reminiscing about all the fun social activities that Melissa did with the organization Help Us Gather, or HUG.
Melissa Caulfield and her mom Terry Boatner are reminiscing about all the fun social activities that Melissa did with the organization Help Us Gather, or HUG.