Tampa native Pete Alonso powers up foundation to help everyday heroes
After rounding the bases 53 times during his rookie season with the New York Mets, Pete Alonso realized that he's one of the lucky few to get recognition from a stadium full of people.
WWE superstar Titus O'Neil hosts Mother's Day dinner for local single mothers
WWE superstars Titus O'Neil and Natalya Neidhart joined forces Sunday to host a special Mother's Day dinner for Bay Area single mothers who work for Hillsborough County Schools, the Tampa Police Department, the city of Tampa and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
8-year-old cancer patient becomes honorary Pasco County firefighter on birthday
Approximately 400 firetrucks, motorcycles and cars spent an hour driving by David Castle’s house on Sunday to wish him a happy 8th birthday and witness him being recognized as an honorary Pasco County firefighter.
Woman in labor doesn't make it past security; Tampa hospital guard delivers baby
To security guard Philip Kalil, there was something different about the way Andre Garnett drove up to the main entrance at Tampa General Hospital, parked, and got out.
Teachers surprise 250 graduating seniors by hand-delivering caps, gowns
"It just keeps the kids feel included and important when everybody is so isolated and alone,” said one teacher. “It keeps the human touch.”
More than 150 cars turn out for parade to celebrate little girl’s last cancer treatment
Some milestones are meant to be celebrated no matter what it takes. Selah Grace Feely's final cancer treatment was one of those events.
Cancer patient who couldn’t celebrate birthday at the shore gets surprise beach bash at home
Marie Thornton’s birthdays always includes sand and water. This one would be no different. Her daughter Krystal Thornton had it all planned out.
Their walk for cancer continues -- 30 minutes at a time
The coronavirus isn’t going to keep one Sarasota couple from their efforts to raise money to fight cancer.
Gulfport group recruits hundreds to make cardboard masks with artistic twists
Gulfport residents are making artsy masks during the pandemic to place outside their homes.
Crafty nurses show off sewing skills in mask-making effort
So far, the BayCare sewing team has made over 5,000 face masks and 1,500 face shields. It’s a seamless effort that’s saving lives one stitch at a time.
OnBikes advocate turns attention to feeding first responders
Julius Tobin is trying to spread joy amidst the coronavirus chaos. He is stepping up to thank some of the heroes on the front lines.
Community effort feeds hospital workers while supporting local restaurants
At a time when healthcare workers are working overtime and empty restaurants are depending on takeout orders and deliveries to stay afloat, a Tampa woman came up with an idea to help both at the same time.
Gas station gives back: Free lunches for kids, no questions asked
Inside this gas station is an upscale deli stocked with Boar’s Head products. For the next several weeks, they are offering elementary and middle school students free lunches.
Seminole neighbors throw birthday parade for girl overcoming cancer
Members of a Pinellas County community were not going to let their neighbor go without a birthday celebration, despite social distancing measures due to COVID-19.
Parking lot prayer group praises Pasco County healthcare personnel
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the world, more doctors, nurses and hospital staff have to battle the virus. Photojournalist Barry Wong showed us how a Bay Area group is giving thanks, in more ways than one.
Read along with Kelly Ring
Each day, Kelly will be reading a children's story from the books her family collected and posting a video of it on her Facebook page for you and your children to watch. She says with all the concerns in the world right now, she wanted to do something nice, especially for chldren.
Soap and Hope: The ‘Laundry Project’ helps low-income families wash clothes for free
Current Initiatives, the City of Tampa, Locale Church and Big Wash teamed up to pay for 20 families to do their laundry at Big Wash laundromat
Teachers go on parade to connect with students in Apollo Beach
Dozens of teachers wound through streets near Apollo Beach Elementary to see their students for the first time in over a week. They have been out of school for spring break, but did not return due to the novel coronavirus.
Acts of kindness shine through as COVID-19 pandemic spreads through communities
In these times of social distancing and quarantines, we’re seeing acts of kindness from around the world lifting the spirits of friends and neighbors -- from a distance of at least 6 feet.
With his cancer in remission, their annual tradition is even sweeter
He never thought he'd be able to enjoy strawberry shortcake again. But Peter is back at the Florida Strawberry Festival, celebrating his 26th wedding anniversary in the traditional way.