Free masks available in St. Pete, Tampa

Now that masks are required to be worn in public, indoor settings in Tampa, Mayor Jane Castor is offering free face coverings to anyone who needs them, as part of the effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. Mayor Rick Kriseman and the city of St. Petersburg are doing the same.

Annual Juneteenth celebrations planned across Tampa Bay

Juneteenth is usually accompanied by a day of events in the Bay Area. This year, some events will still take place in person, however, many have also been made virtual, giving people the option to participate, but at home due to COVID-19.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Flag Day cake recipe

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.

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.

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.