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.
Tampa Museum of Art wants viewers to see themselves through artist's eyes during Arabic art exhibit
The largest collection of Arabic abstract art is currently on display in Tampa at the Tampa Museum of Art.
The largest collection of Arabic abstract art is currently on display in Tampa at the Tampa Museum of Art.
Family friendly fall festival at DK Farm and Nursery
Charley Belcher visited DK Farm and Nursery in Largo.
Charley Belcher visited DK Farm and Nursery in Largo.
Former Univision Tampa anchorwoman turned life coach believes everyone is a genius with a story
Pilar Ortiz was one of two people who helped start the Spanish-speaking television station Univision Tampa and has watched it grow with the community.
Pilar Ortiz was one of two people who helped start the Spanish-speaking television station Univision Tampa and has watched it grow with the community.
Univision Tampa anchorwoman wants you to believe in yourself
Pilar Ortiz was one of two people who helped start the Spanish-speaking television station Univision Tampa and has watched it grow with the community.
Pilar Ortiz was one of two people who helped start the Spanish-speaking television station Univision Tampa and has watched it grow with the community.
Drone photographer captures ‘Skittles rainbow of color’ in Utah
A drone captured the spectacular palette of fall colors in the landscape around the Snowbasin Resort in Huntsville on Oct. 2.
A drone captured the spectacular palette of fall colors in the landscape around the Snowbasin Resort in Huntsville on Oct. 2.
Tarpon Art Guild celebrates 5 years showing local artwork
Charley Belcher visited the Tarpon Art Guild in downtown Tarpon Springs.
Charley Belcher visited the Tarpon Art Guild in downtown Tarpon Springs.
Sierra Club inspiring youth to connect with nature with free outdoor adventures
The Sierra Club is helping youth from the inner city and underserved populations get outdoors and experience the wonder of nature.
The Sierra Club is helping youth from the inner city and underserved populations get outdoors and experience the wonder of nature.
Five films will be shot in Pinellas County over the next few months with hope of inspiring visitors
The gorgeous beaches of Pinellas County not only attract tourists, but they’re also getting a lot of attention lately from film crews.
The gorgeous beaches of Pinellas County not only attract tourists, but they’re also getting a lot of attention lately from film crews.
Working on farms as a child prepared banking executive for success
A woman who went from working in the fields to the board room is an inspiration for anyone who comes to the United States to build a better future.
A woman who went from working in the fields to the board room is an inspiration for anyone who comes to the United States to build a better future.
Woman's journey from working on the farm to the financial industry
A woman who went from working in the fields to the board room is an inspiration for anyone who comes to the United States to build a better future.
A woman who went from working in the fields to the board room is an inspiration for anyone who comes to the United States to build a better future.
Sierra Club inspires kids to appreciate nature
The Sierra Club is helping youth from the inner city and underserved populations get outdoors and experience the wonder of nature.
The Sierra Club is helping youth from the inner city and underserved populations get outdoors and experience the wonder of nature.
Gorilla dies in arms of person who rescued her 14 years earlier
A beloved orphaned mountain gorilla died in the arms of her caretaker and lifelong friend.
A beloved orphaned mountain gorilla died in the arms of her caretaker and lifelong friend.
Volunteers, seasonal staff needed for Metropolitan Ministries holiday tent
Construction is underway for the Metropolitan Ministries Holiday Tent. Starting November 8, you can drop off food donations for the Thanksgiving collection at the tent, located at 2609 N. Rome Avenue in Tampa.
Construction is underway for the Metropolitan Ministries Holiday Tent. Starting November 8, you can drop off food donations for the Thanksgiving collection at the tent, located at 2609 N. Rome Avenue in Tampa.
No boo necklace scares off the monsters at Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream
Charley Belcher visited Busch Gardens of Tampa Bay for their Halloween event, Howl-O-Scream.
Charley Belcher visited Busch Gardens of Tampa Bay for their Halloween event, Howl-O-Scream.
Rescued baby manatee gets bottle-fed by ZooTampa staff around the clock
Rescuers saved this tiny orphaned manatee calf off the coast of southwest Florida and brought him to ZooTampa. He weighs just 45 pounds, and is one of the smallest manatee patients the zoo has ever treated.
Rescuers saved this tiny orphaned manatee calf off the coast of southwest Florida and brought him to ZooTampa. He weighs just 45 pounds, and is one of the smallest manatee patients the zoo has ever treated.
Historic Tarpon Springs sponge dock site changes hands, with renovations planned
The new owners of the Sponge Exchange say they plan to beautify the outdoor shopping and restaurant attraction at the site where giant sponge auctions were held after Greek immigrants started the industry in the early 1900’s.
The new owners of the Sponge Exchange say they plan to beautify the outdoor shopping and restaurant attraction at the site where giant sponge auctions were held after Greek immigrants started the industry in the early 1900’s.
Actor in Hallmark movie shot in St. Pete finds parallels between personal life and starring role
St. Petersburg will be the backdrop of a new Hallmark movie, “South Beach Love."
St. Petersburg will be the backdrop of a new Hallmark movie, “South Beach Love."
Busch Garden introduces three 'super fluffy' penguin chicks born at park
Busch Gardens introduced the newest additions to the theme park. They are fluffy, cute and tiny. They are three baby penguin chicks, barely a month old.
Busch Gardens introduced the newest additions to the theme park. They are fluffy, cute and tiny. They are three baby penguin chicks, barely a month old.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Hillsborough County's first female tax collector
As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, FOX 13 News is highlighting those who have influenced the Bay Area, including the first woman to serve as Hillsborough County Tax Collector. Her passion to serve her community is what's right with Tampa Bay.
As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, FOX 13 News is highlighting those who have influenced the Bay Area, including the first woman to serve as Hillsborough County Tax Collector. Her passion to serve her community is what's right with Tampa Bay.