The show must go on
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The Straz is finding new ways to help students improve their dancing skills during the summer. They're currently hosting the Next Generation Ballet, a ballet summer camp. It took a lot of planning and Zoom calls to figure out the logistics, but they made it work.

Mote scientists join expedition to investigate gulf's mysterious 'blue holes'

For decades, blue holes have been a sort of sea legend, places that fishermen know hold abundant fish and where scuba divers have gone to explore. A Mote Marine team is among those hoping to learn more about these mysteries.

Behold the wonders of the St. Petersbug History Museum
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The state of Florida's oldest museum is back open after closing at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, and there are many new sights to see after a major renovation.

Mini libraries bring literacy, normalcy to families
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Many Tampa Bay area public libraries remain closed to customers, due to concerns over COVID-19. That makes access to a good book difficult for a lot of people.

Building a butterfly garden
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Do you have extra time on your hands because of COVID-19 or another reason? Kerby?s Nursery has a fun project you can start without even leaving the air-conditioned comfort of your own home

It's a circus with these giraffes in Bradenton
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From alligators to manatees, we have some great animals here in the bay area. But did you know you can also see things like giraffes here? Ken Suarez headed to the Circus Hollywood in Bradenton to show us all of the animals they have.

Fun ways to beat Florida's summer heat
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Staying cool and having fun during a pandemic isn't always the easiest task, especially in Florida, but FOX 13 photojournalist Beth Weber talked to some folks who are finding a way.

Don CeSar claims top spot in Florida architecture contest

The Don CeSar, popularly known as the "Pink Palace," is a historical landmark and well-known tourist attraction in St. Pete Beach that has around for nearly a century. Its eye-catching design hasn't gone unnoticed.

Florida Botanical Gardens offers inspiration, guidance for residential backyards

Looking for inspiration for your home garden or wanting to visit a tropical oasis? Well, Florida Botanical Gardens in Pinellas is the place to go. 

Firing up the machines at TSE Industries
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It?s nearly impossible to go through a day in modern life and not interact with plastics or rubber and many of those components begin right here in the Bay Area.

Know before you go: St. Pete Pier is finally opening, but there are some rules to follow

After years of planning, construction and delays, the new St. Petersburg Pier District will open 5 p.m. Monday, July 6. However, with the pandemic, things are going to be a little different than previously planned.

From the Railroad Era to the inverted pyramid, St. Pete's piers took on many forms since the 1800s

Landmarks are a source of pride for locals and a destination for others. Like the Space Needle in Seattle or the Gateway Arch of St. Louis, the Pier is a visual representation of St. Petersburg's identity and its history. 

Artists brighten bland laundromats with murals
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To those affected financially by the COVID-19 crisis, even the price to wash a load of laundry is an even heavier burden. That's why this year's Laundry Project event is more important than ever.

Pioneer Florida Museum and Village receives 110-year-old Pasco County log cabin

The Pioneer Florida Museum and Village in Dade City, which preserves and celebrates Florida’s 175-year-old history, added something new to its collection that’s 110-years-old.

Sweet day at Nabruzzi Trattoria
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You may have dinner on the mind but our Chip Brewster wants to tempt you with some dessert. He headed to Lutz to check out a local Italian restaurant suggested by a viewer.

Colorful custom metal
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Custom metalwork can take both time and money but one local business is trying to change that through the use of technology. Chip Brewster headed to Zephyrhills to check out Finishline Powdercoating.