Tampa race will benefit Gold Star families

An organization that helps families of fallen soldiers is holding a race in Tampa, benefitting Gold Star families.

Helping young adults aging out of foster care
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Young adults who have aged out of foster care are getting an extra helping hand thanks to a new grant from the City of St. Pete.

Mentorship program brings girl power
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Girl power is on full display at Girls Inc. Pinellas, where the mentorship program is changing lives.

Throat cancer survivor thanks Tampa General staff with singing performance

Throat cancer survivor Steve Jurcik recently returned to Tampa General Hospital to do something he wasn't sure he'd ever be able to do again: Sing. For him, singing in front of a crowd is something he enjoys.

Popular high school football coach becomes mentor
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Horace Drew was a popular high school football coach, known for his dedication and passion 15 years ago. Then, he traded in his whistle to become a mentor, and now he's dedicating his life to guiding young minds and showing them a path to college.

Bay Area outreach program showing kids that higher education is an attainable goal

Horace Drew was a popular high school football coach, known for his dedication and passion 15 years ago. Then, he traded in his whistle to become a mentor, and now he's dedicating his life to guiding young minds and showing them a path to college.

Community Happiness Project bringing neighbors closer together in St. Petersburg

For many years, Adam Peters didn't know most of his neighbors and when Covid hit, it was a big reality check. So, he decided to connect with others and invite them into his world of happiness.

Providing students with clothing, essential items
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For more than 20 years, a local organization has been providing clothing and other essential items to needy students.

Local program helps students maintain good hygiene

For more than 20 years, a local organization has been providing clothing and other essential items to needy students. 

Ministry helps ease pains of expensive groceries
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In a modest Lakeland neighborhood, a small church is doing big things. Once a month, they give away free food baskets for those in need.

World War II veteran honored
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101-year-old Ernest Scango is the last living member of his Army Parachute Infantry, and he's receiving the French government's highest honor for his bravery during World War II.

101-year-old World War II veteran receives French government's highest honor

101-year-old Ernest Scango is the last living member of his Army Parachute Infantry, and he's receiving the French government's highest honor for his bravery during World War II.

Nonprofit reducing teachers' stress with dogs
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Some Bay Area teachers are spending time with dogs during their break time, thanks to the nonprofit Kids and Canines.

Bay Area teachers reducing stress with 'Hug-A-Dog' program

Teaching school can be a very stressful profession with long hours and lots of paper work. However, a local non-profit is trying to reduce the stress teachers face.

Berkeley Prep's beekeeping club
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At Berkeley Preparatory School, the buzz is all about the beekeeping club. The club was started three years ago and teaches students about the fascinating world of honeybees.