Lightning safety: Why standing under trees during a storm is dangerous
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Three people recently died when a bolt of lightning struck in a park near the White House. A fourth person was critically injured. Weather officials said it had been nearly 20 years since three people were killed by a single lightning bolt, but like this time and in 2004, victims had gathered under a tree for shelter.

Tampa police officer thanks actor Gary Sinise for helping him dress for success

A veteran who received a free business suit from the Gary Sinise Foundation got a chance to personally thank the actor for helping him dress for success as he sought employment in the civilian world. 

Celebrating a visionary of the comics industry at University of Tampa
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Charley Belcher visited University of Tampa's Scarfone/Hartley Gallery for their exhibit celebrating the work of local comic book artist, Bob Layton.

Great Rides: Honda bikes and 1927 Essex Coupe
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Dale from Lakeland sent in some cook bikes built by Honda -- 1994 CBR600F2 and 1996 CBR900RR. Steve, also from Lakeland, says he has a lot of fun cruising around his 1927 Essex Coupe.

Great Rides: 1963 Chevrolet Suburban Carryall and 2013 Mini Cooper S
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Craig said he found his 1963 Chevrolet Suburban Carryall in a North Carolina barn. Anthony in Tampa said his 2013 Mini Cooper S was a project car.

After 40 years, Grand Prix Tampa permanently closes

Grand Prix Tampa, a common sight for I-275 drivers, closed for good over the weekend to make way for a new set of apartment buildings.

$13 for 13 campaign helps kids in need get shoes for back to school

FOX 13 is teaming up with Metropolitan Ministries for the $13 for 13 campaign to give kids new shoes to go back to school.

Florida butterfly garden is 6,400 square feet of natural beauty

In the heart of Florida, you'll reach a rainforest that is brimming with butterflies. In fact, you'll be surrounded by hundreds of them.

Explore this Florida rainforest and its butterflies
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A tropical rainforest in the heart of Florida is where you can find beautiful trees and glistening water -- but that's not the only thing you'll find. There is also a butterfly garden.

Lakeland antique shop owner brings own collection to store
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Southern Gentlemen Antiques & More is curated by several collectors, including Harold, the owner. During the height of the pandemic, they had to get creative here to continue to pay the bills. Since people couldn?t visit the store for a while, they launched a Friday night Facebook live show where they sold antiques online. The show was so successful, they are still doing it.