The history of Cypress Gardens, Florida's first theme park
The Sunshine State’s major tourism industry began with a 'Good Housekeeping' article back in the 1930s. Today, Cypress Gardens lives on as part of LEGOLAND Florida.
The Sunshine State’s major tourism industry began with a 'Good Housekeeping' article back in the 1930s. Today, Cypress Gardens lives on as part of LEGOLAND Florida.
‘Krew Kut’: Florida man’s dream comes true after buying revamped 1992 Chevy Dually
A unique little truck, owned by David from Lake Mary, found its way to the 30th Annual Slamfest Car and Truck Show.
A unique little truck, owned by David from Lake Mary, found its way to the 30th Annual Slamfest Car and Truck Show.
Great Rides: 30th Annual SlamFest
A unique little truck, owned by David from Lake Mary, found its way to the 30th Annual Slamfest Car and Truck Show.
A unique little truck, owned by David from Lake Mary, found its way to the 30th Annual Slamfest Car and Truck Show.
Peppa Pig theme park in Winter Haven sets opening date for Feb. 24
There is an opening date now for the Winter Haven theme park dedicated to the popular character, Peppa Pig: Feb. 24, 2022.
There is an opening date now for the Winter Haven theme park dedicated to the popular character, Peppa Pig: Feb. 24, 2022.
Temple Terrace snack shop puts Tampa Bay twist on Turkish treats
Roasted! is a Middle Eastern snack shop located in Temple Terrace. The name comes from the roasted coffee and nuts they serve. But the store offers much more in the way of chocolates, gummies, spices and Middle Eastern knick-knacks.
Roasted! is a Middle Eastern snack shop located in Temple Terrace. The name comes from the roasted coffee and nuts they serve. But the store offers much more in the way of chocolates, gummies, spices and Middle Eastern knick-knacks.
Gowns for Girls gets teens ready for homecoming, free of charge
It's fall and that means it's time for high school homecomings. The dress, the shoes, and the dinner out can get very expensive. One group is committed to helping girls who can't afford to buy a new dress get one.
It's fall and that means it's time for high school homecomings. The dress, the shoes, and the dinner out can get very expensive. One group is committed to helping girls who can't afford to buy a new dress get one.
Group helps teens get ready for prom
It's fall and that means it's time for high school Homecomings. The dress, the shows, and the dinner out can get very expensive. One group is committed to helping girls who can't afford to buy a new dress get one
It's fall and that means it's time for high school Homecomings. The dress, the shows, and the dinner out can get very expensive. One group is committed to helping girls who can't afford to buy a new dress get one
Tampa Parks and Recreation Dept. wins gold in national contest
The city of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating after being awarded the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.
The city of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating after being awarded the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.
Gold medal-winning parks in Tampa
The city of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating after being awarded the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.
The city of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating after being awarded the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.
Made in Tampa Bay: Roasted! Turkish treats in Temple Terrace
Roasted! is a Middle Eastern snack shop located in Temple Terrace. The name comes from the roasted coffee and nuts they serve. But the store offers much more in the way of chocolates, gummies, spices and Middle Eastern knick-knacks.
Roasted! is a Middle Eastern snack shop located in Temple Terrace. The name comes from the roasted coffee and nuts they serve. But the store offers much more in the way of chocolates, gummies, spices and Middle Eastern knick-knacks.
What's new on the ice at Amalie Arena
Charley Belcher visited Amalia Arena ahead of the Tampa Bay Lightning's home opener.
Charley Belcher visited Amalia Arena ahead of the Tampa Bay Lightning's home opener.
Talbot House Ministries marks decades of providing short-term and long-term help
Lakeland's oldest homeless shelter is changing lives for the better. Talbot House Ministries’ mission to help the less fortunate is What's Right with Tampa Bay.
Lakeland's oldest homeless shelter is changing lives for the better. Talbot House Ministries’ mission to help the less fortunate is What's Right with Tampa Bay.
Talbot House providing help to those who need it for decades
Lakeland's oldest homeless shelter is changing lives for the better. Talbot House Ministries? mission to help the less fortunate is What's Right with Tampa Bay.
Lakeland's oldest homeless shelter is changing lives for the better. Talbot House Ministries? mission to help the less fortunate is What's Right with Tampa Bay.
Need for mead leads Odessa couple down new road
Pye Road Meadworks is a boutique meadery in Odessa, Florida. A true mom-and-pop winery, it was opened by Matt and Debbie McDonough in March of 2021 due to an ever-growing demand for their hand-crafted mead.
Pye Road Meadworks is a boutique meadery in Odessa, Florida. A true mom-and-pop winery, it was opened by Matt and Debbie McDonough in March of 2021 due to an ever-growing demand for their hand-crafted mead.
Paul Wilson and Eugenie Bondurant join Tampa Theater for haunted series
With Halloween just weeks away, the stars of 'The Conjuring - The Devil Made Me Do It' Paul Wilson and Eugenie Bondurant talk about a series of haunting films showing at the Tampa Theater, starting with a free showing of their film.
With Halloween just weeks away, the stars of 'The Conjuring - The Devil Made Me Do It' Paul Wilson and Eugenie Bondurant talk about a series of haunting films showing at the Tampa Theater, starting with a free showing of their film.
What's on tap at Pye Road Meadworks
Mead may be the oldest alcoholic beverage in the world. Now, brewers like the McDonoughs are carrying on the tradition.
Mead may be the oldest alcoholic beverage in the world. Now, brewers like the McDonoughs are carrying on the tradition.
Orchids go to the circus at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Charley Belcher visited Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in downtown Sarasota for their annual Orchid show.
Charley Belcher visited Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in downtown Sarasota for their annual Orchid show.
The 'Unusual World of Florida' in 1964
Here?s what a traveler crossing Florida would have seen in the early 1960s, everything from a Fort Lauderdale airboat ride to Marineland to a rocket launch at Cape Canaveral. Produced by Beckley Films in cooperation with FDC; sponsored by Eastern Airlines. State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory.
Here?s what a traveler crossing Florida would have seen in the early 1960s, everything from a Fort Lauderdale airboat ride to Marineland to a rocket launch at Cape Canaveral. Produced by Beckley Films in cooperation with FDC; sponsored by Eastern Airlines. State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory.
Florida attractions: 1948 silent film
This early movie begins with St. Augustine. Next, people are shown catching turtles at Silver Springs. The film continues with brief scenes of Marineland, Palm Beach, Bok Tower, water skiing at Cypress Gardens, St. Petersburg, Miami, Seminoles in the Everglades, and more. Produced by Castle Films. State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory.
This early movie begins with St. Augustine. Next, people are shown catching turtles at Silver Springs. The film continues with brief scenes of Marineland, Palm Beach, Bok Tower, water skiing at Cypress Gardens, St. Petersburg, Miami, Seminoles in the Everglades, and more. Produced by Castle Films. State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory.
Polk County: 'Region with a Record'
This circa 1963 film provides a look at Polk County, showing citrus groves and processing, Bok Tower, the Great Masterpiece and Cypress Gardens. An unusual scenic attraction is Sand Mountain, a phosphate debris pile. Next is a cattle farm and then Florida Southern College. Produced by Sanborn Film Productions; sponsored by Polk County Chamber of Commerce. Video courtesy State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory.
This circa 1963 film provides a look at Polk County, showing citrus groves and processing, Bok Tower, the Great Masterpiece and Cypress Gardens. An unusual scenic attraction is Sand Mountain, a phosphate debris pile. Next is a cattle farm and then Florida Southern College. Produced by Sanborn Film Productions; sponsored by Polk County Chamber of Commerce. Video courtesy State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory.