Fort De Soto’s ecosystem, history make it a ‘piece of paradise tucked away into suburbia’
Consisting of five interconnected keys with a complex ecosystem and even an historic fort, Pinellas County’s Fort De Soto Park is more than 1,000 acres of ‘paradise.’
Consisting of five interconnected keys with a complex ecosystem and even an historic fort, Pinellas County’s Fort De Soto Park is more than 1,000 acres of ‘paradise.’
The little-known history of Fort De Soto Park
Whether sitting on the beach or kayaking near the water's edge at Fort De Soto Park in Pinellas County, people often find themselves absorbed in the abundance of natural beauty for as far as the eye can see.
Whether sitting on the beach or kayaking near the water's edge at Fort De Soto Park in Pinellas County, people often find themselves absorbed in the abundance of natural beauty for as far as the eye can see.
A new look for Bishop Museum's manatee habitat
Charley visited the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Bradenton.
Charley visited the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Bradenton.
Tools for Back to School campaign nets more than $590K in donations
FOX 13 viewers who donated to the Tools For Back-to-School campaign at Publix registers helped raise nearly $600,000.
FOX 13 viewers who donated to the Tools For Back-to-School campaign at Publix registers helped raise nearly $600,000.
Tampa becomes first Bay Area city to mandate COVID-19 vaccine for employees
Wednesday morning, Mayor Jane Castor said the goal is for all city employees to be fully vaccinated by September 30. Those who are not vaccinated will be required to wear N95 masks to work and tested for COVID-19 once a week.
Wednesday morning, Mayor Jane Castor said the goal is for all city employees to be fully vaccinated by September 30. Those who are not vaccinated will be required to wear N95 masks to work and tested for COVID-19 once a week.
Entertaining daily at Treble Makers Dueling Piano Bar and Restaurant
Charley Belcher visited Treble Makers in Wesley Chapel.
Charley Belcher visited Treble Makers in Wesley Chapel.
Interactive art at Pinellas County parks bring out inner child, draw attention to mental health
The Pinellas County arts community is coming together to draw attention to people suffering from mental health issues.
The Pinellas County arts community is coming together to draw attention to people suffering from mental health issues.
Owners of Ol Macs Farm couldn’t resist buying cow-print Western Lido
This 2001 Western Lido had a cow print that caught the eye of the owners at Ol Macs Farm. So, they bought, and it's also used for newlyweds who hold wedding ceremonies on their property.
This 2001 Western Lido had a cow print that caught the eye of the owners at Ol Macs Farm. So, they bought, and it's also used for newlyweds who hold wedding ceremonies on their property.
Great Rides: Moo 1 at Ol Macs Farm
This 2001 Western Lido had a cow print that caught the eyes of the owners at Ol Macs Farm. So, they bought, and it's also used for newlyweds who have their ceremonies on their property.
This 2001 Western Lido had a cow print that caught the eyes of the owners at Ol Macs Farm. So, they bought, and it's also used for newlyweds who have their ceremonies on their property.
Great Rides: 1963 'Sammy Hagar' bobber motorcycle and 1967 Pontiac GTO
The owner of a custom-built 1963 'Bobber' motorcycle got permission from the rock star Sammy Hagar to use his stage name for the bike, and Sammy also signed it. Meanwhile, this 1967 Pontiac GTO has been in the same family for three generations.
The owner of a custom-built 1963 'Bobber' motorcycle got permission from the rock star Sammy Hagar to use his stage name for the bike, and Sammy also signed it. Meanwhile, this 1967 Pontiac GTO has been in the same family for three generations.
Plays cast seniors in a different light
Linda Goldman didn't like the way seniors were being portrayed in plays so she decided to do something about it by writing plays for seniors -- with a purpose.
Linda Goldman didn't like the way seniors were being portrayed in plays so she decided to do something about it by writing plays for seniors -- with a purpose.
Woman's plays give a different view of seniors
Linda Goldman didn't like the way seniors were being portrayed in plays so she decided to do something about it by writing plays for seniors with a purpose.
Linda Goldman didn't like the way seniors were being portrayed in plays so she decided to do something about it by writing plays for seniors with a purpose.
Wine-fueled restoration planned for historic west Tampa cigar factory
An historic Tampa landmark is about to make a big comeback. But instead of cigars, wine and pizza will be on the menu.
An historic Tampa landmark is about to make a big comeback. But instead of cigars, wine and pizza will be on the menu.
Rock out, get fit, relieve stress with Oldsmar Cardio Drumming
Cardio Drumming is the popular fitness craze in Pinellas County and it’s getting people moving and grooving to the beat.
Cardio Drumming is the popular fitness craze in Pinellas County and it’s getting people moving and grooving to the beat.
These Ybor City brewers pour 150 years of history into their lagers
Barriehaus Beer Co. is one of the few breweries in the state that focuses almost exclusively on classic European lagers.
Barriehaus Beer Co. is one of the few breweries in the state that focuses almost exclusively on classic European lagers.
Made in Tampa Bay Barriehaus Beer Co. in Ybor City
Barriehaus Beer Co. is one of the few breweries in the state that focuses almost exclusively on classic European lagers.
Barriehaus Beer Co. is one of the few breweries in the state that focuses almost exclusively on classic European lagers.
Divine intervention brought together owners of 'Flower Crown Kombucha' taproom
Located in Tampa Heights, Flower Crown Kombucha is where experimentation takes place and delicious kombucha flavors are produced.
Located in Tampa Heights, Flower Crown Kombucha is where experimentation takes place and delicious kombucha flavors are produced.
Fresh off the tap at Flower Crown Kombucha
Charley Belcher visited Flower Crown Kombucha in Tampa Heights to try the fermented tea.
Charley Belcher visited Flower Crown Kombucha in Tampa Heights to try the fermented tea.
Volunteers needed at organization giving school clothes to kids
As kids across Florida get back into classrooms, families on tight budgets are getting some help with back-to-school clothes shopping thanks to a group of volunteers with Clothes To Kids.
As kids across Florida get back into classrooms, families on tight budgets are getting some help with back-to-school clothes shopping thanks to a group of volunteers with Clothes To Kids.
Clothes To Kids helping families get back to school
As kids across Florida get back into classrooms, families on tight budgets are getting help with back-to-school clothes shopping thanks to a group of volunteers with Clothes To Kids.?
As kids across Florida get back into classrooms, families on tight budgets are getting help with back-to-school clothes shopping thanks to a group of volunteers with Clothes To Kids.?