Made in Tampa Bay: Slay Bay Beauty body butters
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In many ways, Joelle Hinds is a typical teenager. She goes to school, plays sports, scours social media and spends time with friends and family. Not so typical, the 15-year-old is an entrepreneur, running her own business.

'You've got cancer': Bay Area author writes guide for what to do after diagnosis

FOX 13’s Linda Hurtado is highlighting books and authors who are making a difference. In this edition of “Tampa Bay Reads,” Hurtado features a book by a fellow cancer survivor who advocates and organizes for those battling breast cancer. 

Focusing on your heart at the YMCA
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Jennifer Epstein, filling in for Charley Belcher, visited Spurlino Family YMCA in Riverview.

Artists from around the world recharge at retreat in Sarasota

A retreat in Sarasota is giving artists suffering from fatigue a place to rest and get their creative juices flowing again. It's called the Hermitage Artist Retreat and a Tony Award winner is singing its praises. 

Artist retreat helps creatives recharge
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A retreat in Sarasota is giving artists suffering from fatigue a place to rest and get their creative juices flowing again. It's called the Hermitage Artist Retreat and a Tony Award winner is singing its praises.

Donating unwanted Gasparilla beads helps local non-profit

The Gasparilla fun might be over, but now you can be part of preparations for next year’s festivities while helping the environment.

At age 63, avid hiker takes on 1,300-mile Florida Trail for fourth time

From the Panhandle to the Everglades, one Bay Area woman hiked the entire Florida trail not once, but three times. Now, she is heading into her fourth attempt.

Inspirational women take shape on canvass of Bay Area artist

Eileen Marquez started painting when she was 10 years old. Her father came home one night with an oil painting set for her and from that moment on, she was hooked. 

Artist's inspirational women series in St. Pete
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Eileen Marquez started painting when she was 10 years old. Her father came home one night with an oil painting set for her and from that moment on, she was hooked. She started with landscapes but made the difficult switch to portraits and has gone on to create a series featuring inspirational women from around the world.

Locals, businesses and pirates ready for return of Gasparilla parade

The pirates are restless after a year off due to the pandemic, but Gasparilla is back this weekend. Locals and businesses are prepared to take on the chilly day.

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.

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.

Great Rides: 2015 Can-Am Spyder and 2019 Camaro
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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
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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.