Ax-throwing: A fun, cathartic escape
The new wave of hatchet-throwing has joined one of many things re-opening after shutting its doors do to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Legoland reopens
Today is not only the start of June; it’s also the start of a new way of life for theme parks. Legoland in Winter Haven is the first of the major parks to open. Chip Brewster headed inside the park to show us how the bricks are stacking up.
Bok Tower’s Blanchard Carillon Fellow may make career out of unique instrument
Tampa-native Wade Fitzgerald is this year's Blanchard Carillon Fellow at Bok Tower Gardens and will play five live concerts a week through July 17.
Tampa native earns Bok Tower Gardens Blanchard Carillon Fellowship
Tampa-native Wade Fitzgerald is this year's Blanchard Carillon Fellow at Bok Tower Gardens. His fellowship ended in early May but Bok Tower Gardens has asked him to be the carilloneur-in-residence for the summer.
The doctor is in: Dr. BBQ in downtown St. Petersburg reopens its doors
If you're craving BBQ, it may be time to pay a visit to the doctor
Memorial Day events in Tampa Bay will still go on, but most will be virtual
In the Bay Area, and across the U.S., people will be honoring those who lost their lives to protect the country -- but this year's Memorial Day ceremonies could look different.
Tampa Theatre's streaming screening
Have you been missing that movie theater setting? The giant screen, the popcorn, the treats? The Tampa Theatre is trying to ease some of your pain with a unique screening of an old silent film.
'Dr. Beach' ranks Caladesi Island State Park as one of the country's top 10 beaches
Caladesi Island State Park is one of two Florida beaches to make the annual top 10 list by "Dr. Beach" -- proving that the Sunshine State continually has some of the best sandy destinations in the country.
Parrot steals the spotlight during St. Pete mayor's daily COVID-19 update
The mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida gives a daily update on the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Tuesday's update had a twist.
Inside this coffee shop, it's 'Raining Berries'
Health is on many of our minds lately and if you’re looking to change your lifestyle, the Raining Berries café in Wesley Chapel will be happy to help.
'We missed you': Historic Columbia Restaurant reopening locations across Tampa Bay
You can now dine-in and have your 1905 Salad too.
Six acres of sunflowers provide burst of sunshine at Sweetfields Farm
The saying goes, "April showers bring May flowers." But what do May flowers bring? At Sweetfields Farm in Brooksville, they bring visitors eager to escape isolation among the farm's six acres of sunflowers.
Climb aboard Latitudes Tours for a glimpse of Florida’s natural, unspoiled habitat
Ruskin isn’t usually the first place Bay Area boaters usually think of when it comes to setting sail, but a trip on the Little Manatee River provides a view of unspoiled, pristine, natural Florida habitat.
Despite its name, Cockroach Bay is a nature-lovers paradise
At the mouth of the little Manatee River sits a series of islands accessible only by water that is a paradise for anglers and bird-watchers.
So many kittens to choose from
It's kitten season and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay needs your help. They have 20 to 30 kittens ready to be adopted and dozens more who will be ready for foster homes soon.
Taste-test at Southern Fresh in Safety Harbor
Sometimes the right meal can be like a big, comfy blanket wrapping you in warm, happy feelings, which is exactly what the chef at Southern Fresh aims to do. Chip Brewster stopped by the restaurant in Safety Harbor to see how they’re operating in today’s environment.
River tour offers peace, wildlife, and history
If you’re looking to get out and do something fun, but you’re not ready for crowds, there are options. Chip Brewster headed down to Ruskin to check out one of them: Latitudes Tours.
Third Datz location is opening Thursday in Riverview
East Hillsborough County, you're next. The restaurant famously known for its Cheesy Todd, Datz, plans to open a third location in Riverview.
Which Florida beaches are open? Counties begin reopening beaches with restrictions
Here's an ongoing list of what beaches in Florida are open as the state recovers from the coronavirus pandemic. Hopeful beachgoers should check with local authorities for any restrictions not listed here, though.
Skidder's gets cooking again
As restaurants reopen, Chip Brewster is hitting to road to see how they are doing. Tuesday, he stopped by Skidder's Restaurant in St. Pete Beach, which just resumed operations on Monday.