‘I don’t make excuses for myself’: Rare diagnosis inspires Riverview grad to become a pediatric nurse
It's been a long road for Ashley Kersey and it's about to take an exciting turn as she graduates from Riverview High. Her four years including hospital visits and homework, but it didn't stop her from reaching her goals.
As one of the first female Eagle Scouts, Clearwater teen proud to carry on family legacy
Fierceness runs in this family: Sianna is a fourth generation Order of the Arrow member with the Boy Scouts of America, which is now referred to as BSA. Now she's one of the first females in the country to become an Eagle Scout.
Adopting kids is just a start for founder of Pasco's 'Fostering Change Foster Closet'
This foster parent knows what kids in the system need the most: A home and hope. With him, they get both – and he’s helping make sure others do, too.
Volunteers help single mother build dream home during Habitat for Humanity’s ‘Women Build’ construction blitz
On Saturday, women from all over the Bay Area came together to help a single mother build the home of her dreams.
North Port teens get chance to go to prom in style -- for free
North Port office space has been transformed into a prom boutique, with designer dresses, shoes, jewelry, corsages and even clothes for the guys. Everything is free for seniors attending North Port's community prom.
'She is wanted:' Caseworker becomes mother to 19-year-old who spent years in foster care
A Manatee County teen finally received what she's longed for -- a mother. And while she's 19 years old, she's proving you're never too old to find the love of a family.
Children reap benefits of interacting with rescued animals at Tampa farm
When Armando Gort started his farm in 1994, he had two horses and three goats, but over the years it has grown into an outdoor animal sanctuary and family farm called Horsepower for Kids.
Lecanto woman's gnomes are part of a patriotic mission
Diana Makovitch's home in Lecanto is filled with gnomes. So many gnomes, she's nicknamed her home ‘gnomeville.’ Each one is named after a real-life veteran.
Cross-country team's efforts help deaf dog find new home
One of the dogs featured in a recent story was 'Lucas,' who was looking for a home even though he’s deaf. We heard from many viewers about him in particular.
Cross-country team puts shelter dogs on track for brighter future
Tampa's Steinbrenner High School Boys Cross Country Team takes shelter dogs from the Humane Society of Tampa Bay to Al Lopez Park for some exercise and a change of scenery.
Small horses can provide big boost to patients of all ages
Hold Our Horses is a non-profit which provides therapy through miniature horses. The goal of these specially trained animals is to provide a boost of encouragement.
Gulfport Food Forest founder hopes to plant seeds of inspiration across the country
Many Bay Area neighborhoods are no stranger to community gardens, but a Gulfport resident’s dream nursery has blossomed into a community food forest.
Beach art class helps participants relax by painting picture-perfect sunsets
There are no shortages of beautiful sunsets around the Tampa Bay area and now an artist is teaching others how to paint sunsets one brushstroke at a time while unwinding on Indian Rocks Beach.
Buccaneers' Mike Evans has Fortnite invite for 'excited' young fan
It’s not every day you get to meet your favorite Buccaneers player, but for one Tampa 8-year old battling cancer, he not only got to meet Mike Evans; he got to interview him and even play video games with him.
Roof Deployment Project gives back to Brandon Air Force veteran
Volunteers in Hillsborough County teamed up to provide a U.S. Air Force veteran a new roof.
4-year-old cancer patient with hopes of ‘catching bad guys’ becomes honorary Manatee County deputy
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office helped a pediatric cancer patient’s dream come true when they made him an honorary deputy.
MacDill AFB 'thrilled' to help 5-year-old girl's spirits soar amid cancer battle
A brave young girl battling cancer achieved her dream of becoming an honorary Air Force pilot this week thanks to the team at MacDill Air Force Base and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation.
'Miracles happen': Couple plans wedding after surviving heart transplant, motorcycle crash
When they met, she needed a heart transplant to survive, but that couldn't stop their love. So Angela and Gary set off with their kids on a trip of bucket-list destinations. That's when Gary nearly died in a motorcycle accident. Now, she has a new heart and he is recovering from their injuries, so they decided to get married.
Instead of writing a citation, code enforcement team helps veteran move back into home damaged by fire
When Hillsborough County’s code enforcement department got a complaint about an abandoned house that caught fire last year, instead of writing a violation, they helped an Air Force veteran and his wife move back in.
'Choose a meal, no questions asked:' Nokomis food truck helps feed community
Tina Russo works to serve up good food along with a side of hope. Right next to her specials board is a board she calls ‘Neighbors helping Neighbors.’ It's filled with tickets of pre-purchased meals for anyone in need.