Mote Marine exhibit allows guests to transform into an undersea explorer

For those who dreamed of exploring the deep depths of the planet, a traveling exhibit will allow guests to experience life 20,000 leagues under the sea.

Historic home in Bartow still stands as a tribute to its builder

On what used to be South 2nd Avenue in Bartow, is a historic home that stands as a tribute to the builder whose name is now on the roadway where his home stands. 

The Strawberry Festival and Plant City have a special connection

He’s the man they named the town after, Henry B. Plant, a railroad man. But, the plant that became famous here years ago was the berry.

Sarasota man prepares for 80-mile paddle from Bahamas to Florida to support children with cystic fibrosis

Robert Martini is gearing up to use his skills for his upcoming paddle journey from the Bahamas to Florida. The Sarasota resident said he knows the trip will be long and strenuous, but he's doing it to help others. 

'He embraced science': Art meets artificial intelligence at the Dali Museum in St. Pete

He's been gone for more than 30 years, but at the Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, surrealist artist Salvador Dalí lives and tells his story to visitors through cutting edge artificial intelligence (AI).

Coachman Park announces name for new concert venue

A new concert venue opening this summer at Coachman Park officially has a name - The Sound. 

Feed flamingos at Sunken Gardens in St. Petersburg during annual festival

Sunken Garden visitors will be tickled pink this weekend during the Flamingo Festival. It will also be their only opportunity to feed the birds at the botanical gardens.

Behind the scenes of the Cortez Fishing Festival
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Every third weekend in February, thousands gather in a small fishing village in Manatee County to celebrate one of the state’s last true fishing villages.

See the thrilling side of Florida at Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park

Tucked away in a little part of Florida just north of Ocala, there is a place you would never expect to find. The old rock quarries make the perfect place for adventure at Canyons Zipline and Adventure Park. 

'The Sound of Music' by kids, at the Straz
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The young students of the Patel Conservatory are ready to present one of the most beloved musicals of all time. "The Sound of Music: Youth Edition" hits the Tampa stage this weekend.

Yummy preview: Tampa Taco Fest is Saturday
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In case tacos weren't enough to draw you downtown this weekend, here's a preview of what you'll find at Tampa Taco Fest.

Tampa Bay Reads: Veronica Roth and "Arch-Conspirator"
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The New York Times best-selling?author behind the "Divergent" series, Veronica Roth, is turning her talents toward adult audiences with a futuristic retelling of the Greek tragedy "Antigone." He's talking with readers at Oxford Exchange this week.

Pasco County couple commissions revolver-shaped swimming pool

The swimming pool in the backyard of Louis Minardi’s home may be distinctive to Florida: The custom-built pool is shaped like a six-shooter revolver, in a state made famous – sometimes infamous – by guns, gun politics and gun culture.

Fluffy cows are a centerpiece of Plant City's agritourism

For those who live the farm life, it's a serious business, but that doesn't mean it can't be fun – and educational for the city folk. Agritourism draws folks from around the state and the country to pick berries, photograph flowers, and in the case of Cow Creek Farm visitors – snuggle cattle.