MacDill KC-135s to fly over Tampa Bay in show of thanks to COVID-19 first responders
The Tampa Bay area got skipped in the first round of first-responder flyovers by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the Navy’s Blue Angels, but the hometown folks at MacDill Air Force Base are planning their own show of support.
The Tampa Bay area got skipped in the first round of first-responder flyovers by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the Navy’s Blue Angels, but the hometown folks at MacDill Air Force Base are planning their own show of support.
Photo contest supports Bay Area small businesses
A Tampa agency is using social media to shine a bright light on small businesses in the community, through a photo contest called My Shining Moment TPA.
A Tampa agency is using social media to shine a bright light on small businesses in the community, through a photo contest called My Shining Moment TPA.
Here's who's hiring in Florida, now that businesses are reopening
CareerSource Tampa Bay has a list of "Hot Jobs" on their home page. These are jobs that are hiring right now in the Bay Area. It's updated as soon as jobs are available.
CareerSource Tampa Bay has a list of "Hot Jobs" on their home page. These are jobs that are hiring right now in the Bay Area. It's updated as soon as jobs are available.
Bench Heaven: Frostproof man brings old iron benches back to life
When Joe Yurt retired, he began restoring old iron benches and turned his hobby into a business. “It's like, it's dead, then I bring it back,” he explained.
When Joe Yurt retired, he began restoring old iron benches and turned his hobby into a business. “It's like, it's dead, then I bring it back,” he explained.
Tampa General Hospital workers in clinical trial using hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 preventative
Frontline healthcare workers in Tampa are participating in a clinical trial to see if a drug being used to treat COVID-19 can actually prevent the virus. It is part of a nationwide research program on hydroxychloroquine, an FDA-approved drug commonly used to treat malaria.
Frontline healthcare workers in Tampa are participating in a clinical trial to see if a drug being used to treat COVID-19 can actually prevent the virus. It is part of a nationwide research program on hydroxychloroquine, an FDA-approved drug commonly used to treat malaria.
Essential workers get safe place for kids from YMCAs
Families of essential workers are having a hard time finding good daycare but thanks to Bay Area YMCAs, that dilemma is changing.
Families of essential workers are having a hard time finding good daycare but thanks to Bay Area YMCAs, that dilemma is changing.
Out-of-work Floridians must request benefits through unemployment website every two weeks
For many Floridians, the state's unemployment website has been a source of headaches and frustration for weeks and, for some, even months. There's one more step claimants will need to be aware of to ensure they receive their unemployment funds.
For many Floridians, the state's unemployment website has been a source of headaches and frustration for weeks and, for some, even months. There's one more step claimants will need to be aware of to ensure they receive their unemployment funds.
Number of domestic violence reports goes down in Hillsborough, but is that good?
Hillsborough prosecutors and domestic violence shelters are alarmed at a drop in calls for help.
Hillsborough prosecutors and domestic violence shelters are alarmed at a drop in calls for help.
Families with multiple children, 1 computer, get much-needed gift of technology
The need for technology in homes with children has never been greater.
The need for technology in homes with children has never been greater.
Beach capacity website shows Pass-A-Grille at capacity within first hour
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office launched its new Beach Capacity Dashboard website Friday afternoon to show beachgoers, in real-time, every bridge, parking lot, and beach access point -- and whether those spots are open, nearing capacity, or overcrowded and closed.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office launched its new Beach Capacity Dashboard website Friday afternoon to show beachgoers, in real-time, every bridge, parking lot, and beach access point -- and whether those spots are open, nearing capacity, or overcrowded and closed.
Farm animals join Zoom calls
The new owners of Firefly Farm in Plant City do not rent farm animals to appear during Zoom meetings. The former owner did before selling the farm.
The new owners of Firefly Farm in Plant City do not rent farm animals to appear during Zoom meetings. The former owner did before selling the farm.
Know before you go: Pinellas sheriff launches online tracking tool for crowded beaches
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is launching a new website it says will show, in real-time, whether the beach is open for visitors -- or at capacity and closed.
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is launching a new website it says will show, in real-time, whether the beach is open for visitors -- or at capacity and closed.
Pasco closes applications for coronavirus aid after 15 minutes
Funds became available to help a limited number of Pasco County residents affected by the COVID-19 shutdown Thursday, but applications are already closed.
Funds became available to help a limited number of Pasco County residents affected by the COVID-19 shutdown Thursday, but applications are already closed.
Lutz woman uses power of words to spread positivity
Monica Ewalt has made more than 225 signs to celebrate a variety of milestones during the coronavirus pandemic.
Monica Ewalt has made more than 225 signs to celebrate a variety of milestones during the coronavirus pandemic.
'Art From The Heart' campaign honors nurses
With it being "National Nurse's Week," Cherokee Uniforms has launched a campaign called "Art From The Heart" to celebrate nurses risking their lives amid the pandemic.
With it being "National Nurse's Week," Cherokee Uniforms has launched a campaign called "Art From The Heart" to celebrate nurses risking their lives amid the pandemic.
Farm-fresh corn available to Pasco students today, for free
School districts around the Bay Area have been providing free lunches to students through the coronavirus shutdowns. But students in Pasco County are in for a special treat today.
School districts around the Bay Area have been providing free lunches to students through the coronavirus shutdowns. But students in Pasco County are in for a special treat today.
Tampa International Airport on the hunt for the best local chalk artists
The best airport in North America is searching for some local artists who are experts in chalk art.Tampa International Airport is looking for the best, most creative sidewalk art in the community, saying it wants to put it on display for travelers and employees to enjoy.
The best airport in North America is searching for some local artists who are experts in chalk art.Tampa International Airport is looking for the best, most creative sidewalk art in the community, saying it wants to put it on display for travelers and employees to enjoy.
Pinellas adds new coronavirus testing sites
Pinellas County ramped up efforts to test for COVID-19 this week, launching three drive-through testing sites that are now open to the public.
Pinellas County ramped up efforts to test for COVID-19 this week, launching three drive-through testing sites that are now open to the public.
Tampa jewelry-maker creates intricate pieces using natural stone
When Erika Williner couldn’t find the perfect piece of jewelry, she designed it herself.
When Erika Williner couldn’t find the perfect piece of jewelry, she designed it herself.
Donor makes dollar-for-dollar match on donations to Humane Society of Pinellas
The Humane Society of Pinellas says the state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of almost all of its fundraising events, which are critical to helping stray pets find forever homes.
The Humane Society of Pinellas says the state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of almost all of its fundraising events, which are critical to helping stray pets find forever homes.