At this year's Sugar Sand Festival, see the world -- in sand
It takes 1,000 tons of sand, a bit of water, and a massive amount of precision to recreate Rome’s Colosseum from sand. But that’s just what these master sculptors are doing to prepare for this year’s Sugar Sand Festival in Clearwater.
It takes 1,000 tons of sand, a bit of water, and a massive amount of precision to recreate Rome’s Colosseum from sand. But that’s just what these master sculptors are doing to prepare for this year’s Sugar Sand Festival in Clearwater.
After dress shop's abrupt closure, Palm Harbor boutique offers free dresses to stuck prom-goers
Prom dress shopping is already stressful, but not having a prom dress when you've already custom-designed and paid for it is the crisis facing several seniors after a dress shop closed up without fulfilling outstanding orders.
Prom dress shopping is already stressful, but not having a prom dress when you've already custom-designed and paid for it is the crisis facing several seniors after a dress shop closed up without fulfilling outstanding orders.
Humane Society of Tampa Bay offers free vaccines for 1,000 dogs during Saturday event
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay is offering a limited number of no-cost vaccinations at their annual Free Shot Clinic on Saturday.
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay is offering a limited number of no-cost vaccinations at their annual Free Shot Clinic on Saturday.
Thick or thin, he says this is the Bay Area's best Chicago-style pizza
One of the great things about the Tampa Bay Area is our mixing of cultures. Pick any city in the country and you can likely find a native living right here. Often times they bring that city’s food with them.
One of the great things about the Tampa Bay Area is our mixing of cultures. Pick any city in the country and you can likely find a native living right here. Often times they bring that city’s food with them.
Unwrap these 'National Burrito Day' deals in Tampa Bay
The day to celebrate the burrito dish is here.
The day to celebrate the burrito dish is here.
From boats to gates, their medium is metal
Whether a customer needs a metal railing for an outdoor staircase or they need a custom metal inset for an elaborate gate, All Custom Fabrications takes each job one at a time. It's the best way they can be sure the job comes out exactly as it was envisioned, according to shop owner Tony Spagna.
Whether a customer needs a metal railing for an outdoor staircase or they need a custom metal inset for an elaborate gate, All Custom Fabrications takes each job one at a time. It's the best way they can be sure the job comes out exactly as it was envisioned, according to shop owner Tony Spagna.
Wounded warriors more willing to accept yoga
Those who practice yoga probably know that the "exalted warrior" is a pose that can help increase flexibility. It is also the name of a program created here in the Tampa Bay area to help wounded warriors in their emotional and physical recovery.
Those who practice yoga probably know that the "exalted warrior" is a pose that can help increase flexibility. It is also the name of a program created here in the Tampa Bay area to help wounded warriors in their emotional and physical recovery.
Sun 'n Fun returns to Lakeland; Blue Angels arrive Thursday
The skies over Lakeland are getting busier as the annual Sun ‘n Fun fly-in returns this week. Hundreds of aircraft, from home-built kits to vintage planes to top-of-the-line fighter jets, are participating in the 45th edition of the airshow at Lakeland Linder Airport.
The skies over Lakeland are getting busier as the annual Sun ‘n Fun fly-in returns this week. Hundreds of aircraft, from home-built kits to vintage planes to top-of-the-line fighter jets, are participating in the 45th edition of the airshow at Lakeland Linder Airport.
Census data collection begins in 2020
Data collection for the next US Census will begin one year from today, April 1st, 2020.
Data collection for the next US Census will begin one year from today, April 1st, 2020.
Paddle your way through Lido Key's natural tunnels
Kayaking is a classic Florida pastime, and there is no shortage of wonderful places to paddle across the Sunshine State. But for a more unique experience, you can head down to Ted Sperling Nature Park in Lido Key to explore the mangrove tunnels.
Kayaking is a classic Florida pastime, and there is no shortage of wonderful places to paddle across the Sunshine State. But for a more unique experience, you can head down to Ted Sperling Nature Park in Lido Key to explore the mangrove tunnels.
'Fat Daddy' personal trainer helps others find their path to fitness
A man is use his history to carve out his future.
A man is use his history to carve out his future.
Dredging proposed to expand land for Port of Tampa Bay
As Port Tampa Bay seeks a permit to expand its facilities, an environmental watchdog group is expressing concern over the effects it could have on existing wildlife habitats.
As Port Tampa Bay seeks a permit to expand its facilities, an environmental watchdog group is expressing concern over the effects it could have on existing wildlife habitats.
Hospice volunteer program offers helping hand to patients and caregivers
Sonia Hidalgo is making sure her home cooked dinner is perfect.
Sonia Hidalgo is making sure her home cooked dinner is perfect.
Promoting good oral health early can help kids avoid cavities, dentist says
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and experts want families to take the time to teach, encourage and promote good habits for kids.
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and experts want families to take the time to teach, encourage and promote good habits for kids.
Green beans, butternut squash sold at Walmart recalled over Listeria concerns
A Florida company has issued a voluntary recall of Marketside brand green beans and butternut squash because of a possible Listeria contamination, which are sold at Walmart locations.
A Florida company has issued a voluntary recall of Marketside brand green beans and butternut squash because of a possible Listeria contamination, which are sold at Walmart locations.
Tampa early voting gets underway
You can help decide the future of Tampa, starting today. Early voting has now begun for next week's municipal elections.
You can help decide the future of Tampa, starting today. Early voting has now begun for next week's municipal elections.
Tampa man helps those coping with depression by sending encouraging texts
Johnny Crowder is all too familiar with the daily struggle of depression. The 26-year-old Tampa native was diagnosed with depression as a teenager, and said he spent his young years battling his mental demons.
Johnny Crowder is all too familiar with the daily struggle of depression. The 26-year-old Tampa native was diagnosed with depression as a teenager, and said he spent his young years battling his mental demons.
Downtown Tampa road closures for Gasparilla Distance Classic
The Gasparilla Distance Classic is in downtown Tampa this weekend. If you are traveling, here are the road closures you need to know about: https://www.tampagov.net/news/city-tampa-traffic-parking-advisory-annual-gasparilla-distance-classic-road-races
The Gasparilla Distance Classic is in downtown Tampa this weekend. If you are traveling, here are the road closures you need to know about: https://www.tampagov.net/news/city-tampa-traffic-parking-advisory-annual-gasparilla-distance-classic-road-races
'Jump for Kids' motivates Pinellas County children to keep moving
Standing over six feet tall, Jeff Pope is a big, strong guy. But he hasn’t always been that way. For most of his childhood, Jeff was the “small kid.”
Standing over six feet tall, Jeff Pope is a big, strong guy. But he hasn’t always been that way. For most of his childhood, Jeff was the “small kid.”
Marine scientist creates mini reef to filter Bay Area waterways
A Florida marine researcher has spent years on something that may help Florida’s water problems.
A Florida marine researcher has spent years on something that may help Florida’s water problems.