Strawberry shortcake one step closer to becoming Florida's official state dessert
The strawberry shortcake could soon become the official dessert of Florida. The Florida Senate unanimously approved a bill to make it a reality.
The strawberry shortcake could soon become the official dessert of Florida. The Florida Senate unanimously approved a bill to make it a reality.
Teenage bookworm shares passion for reading with thousands of underprivileged students
Recently, Chase Hartman and his family delivered more than 2,000 books to students at Wimauma Elementary School.
Recently, Chase Hartman and his family delivered more than 2,000 books to students at Wimauma Elementary School.
Event venue gives free wedding dresses to Hillsborough County teachers
After giving away 17 wedding dresses to front-line responders last year, the Regent is continuing the tradition by giving away 45 bridal gowns to Hillsborough County educators.
After giving away 17 wedding dresses to front-line responders last year, the Regent is continuing the tradition by giving away 45 bridal gowns to Hillsborough County educators.
Free wedding dresses for teachers
It's what's right with Tampa Bay
It's what's right with Tampa Bay
Plein Aire artists bring color to the cottages of Indian Rocks Beach
Plein Aire artists began painting the cottages in Indian Rocks Beach 20 years ago when it looked like they may give way to condos and many credit them with saving the colorful homes.
Plein Aire artists began painting the cottages in Indian Rocks Beach 20 years ago when it looked like they may give way to condos and many credit them with saving the colorful homes.
Polk County Youth Fair celebrates 75 years
Charley Belcher visited the Polk County Youth Fair in Bartow.
Charley Belcher visited the Polk County Youth Fair in Bartow.
Great Rides: 2015 Can-Am Spyder and 2019 Camaro
Wellington Clarke Jr loves going on long rides around Sebring in his 2015 Can-Am Spyder. Sara in Clearwater has special designs o nhis 2019 Camaro to help bring awareness to MS.
Wellington Clarke Jr loves going on long rides around Sebring in his 2015 Can-Am Spyder. Sara in Clearwater has special designs o nhis 2019 Camaro to help bring awareness to MS.
Great Rides: 1955 Chevrolet 3100 4x4 and 2019 Ford Shelby GT
Dale's 1955 Chevrolet 3100 4x4 has custom interior. He says he loves to drive it across the Skyway Bridge. Robert's 2019 Ford Shelby GT gets over 700 horse power.
Dale's 1955 Chevrolet 3100 4x4 has custom interior. He says he loves to drive it across the Skyway Bridge. Robert's 2019 Ford Shelby GT gets over 700 horse power.
Here’s a taste of the new fair foods to try at the 2022 Florida State Fair
The Florida State Fair is always a time for foodies to congregate for classic treats and new twists: like the Deep Fried Banana or the Loaded Fried Pickle Nachos. They’re even incorporating some nostalgia into the mix.
The Florida State Fair is always a time for foodies to congregate for classic treats and new twists: like the Deep Fried Banana or the Loaded Fried Pickle Nachos. They’re even incorporating some nostalgia into the mix.
Nurses administer COVID vaccines to seamen docked at Port Tampa Bay
International cargo ships sail into the Port of Tampa with seafarers every day. Those on the ships are not allowed off if they are not vaccinated, so two Tampa organizations started a program to help the seamen get time on dry land by providing the shots.
International cargo ships sail into the Port of Tampa with seafarers every day. Those on the ships are not allowed off if they are not vaccinated, so two Tampa organizations started a program to help the seamen get time on dry land by providing the shots.
Seamen get vaccines thanks to USF nurses
International cargo ships sail into the Port of Tampa with seafarers every day. Those on the ships are not allowed off if they are not vaccinated, so two Tampa organizations started a program to help the seamen get time on dry land by providing the shots.
International cargo ships sail into the Port of Tampa with seafarers every day. Those on the ships are not allowed off if they are not vaccinated, so two Tampa organizations started a program to help the seamen get time on dry land by providing the shots.
Tampa Parks and Recreation expands garden offerings
The city of Tampa is working on a new initiative to expand accessibility to community gardens at its parks and recreation centers.
The city of Tampa is working on a new initiative to expand accessibility to community gardens at its parks and recreation centers.
Bouquets made in Winter Haven last years longer than traditional flowers
A florist in Winter Haven is making stunning bouquets that will last so much longer than ones you pick up at the store, you might not believe they're real.
A florist in Winter Haven is making stunning bouquets that will last so much longer than ones you pick up at the store, you might not believe they're real.
Bringing the past into the future at Sunken Gardens
Charley Belcher visited Sunken Gardens in St. Petersburg.
Charley Belcher visited Sunken Gardens in St. Petersburg.
Snail slime and gold could boost sunscreen's power
Two materials may be the secret to better sunscreens -- snail slime and gold.
Two materials may be the secret to better sunscreens -- snail slime and gold.
Gasparilla pirates meet with Tampa mayor to negotiate surrender of city
Ye Mystic Krewe took over the Tampa Convention Center for their annual meeting with the city's leader, who had two choices: surrender the city or face the pirates this weekend.
Ye Mystic Krewe took over the Tampa Convention Center for their annual meeting with the city's leader, who had two choices: surrender the city or face the pirates this weekend.
St. Pete studio gives space for children to create imaginative works of art
A local artist opened an art studio in St. Pete, hoping to use art to help kids find common ground.
A local artist opened an art studio in St. Pete, hoping to use art to help kids find common ground.
Diversity art program for kids in St. Pete
A local artist opened an art studio in St. Pete, hoping to use art to help kids find common ground.
A local artist opened an art studio in St. Pete, hoping to use art to help kids find common ground.
Reduce, reuse, recycle: Tampa Art & Poetry contest engages youth in environmental stewardship
Youth across Tampa have a chance to see their artwork on display across the city. The 3 R’s Art and Poetry contest is accepting submission now through February 4.
Youth across Tampa have a chance to see their artwork on display across the city. The 3 R’s Art and Poetry contest is accepting submission now through February 4.
3 Rs Art and Poetry Contest
The city of Tampa's 3 Rs Art and Poetry Contest aims to promoted youth involvement in environmental stewardship while conveying a recycling and waste reduction message.
The city of Tampa's 3 Rs Art and Poetry Contest aims to promoted youth involvement in environmental stewardship while conveying a recycling and waste reduction message.



















