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.

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.

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.  

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.

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.

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.

Census data collection begins in 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.  

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. 

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

'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.”