Sarasota County school board approves 90-day mask requirement
After hours of public comment and several recesses to calm a heated gallery, the Sarasota County school board voted 3-2 Friday night to implement a 90-day mask requirement for students and staff.
After hours of public comment and several recesses to calm a heated gallery, the Sarasota County school board voted 3-2 Friday night to implement a 90-day mask requirement for students and staff.
USF documents historic Tampa with innovative laser scanner technology
The Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information at USF uses laser scanners and other digital equipment to make detailed images of threatened and historical sites around the world.
The Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information at USF uses laser scanners and other digital equipment to make detailed images of threatened and historical sites around the world.
Woman turns late-night cookie craving into booming business
Cookie Munchers sells edible cookie dough, freshly-baked cakes, pints of ice cream and cookies the size of a person’s face. The owner came up with the concept when she had a late-night cookie craving and nothing was open.
Cookie Munchers sells edible cookie dough, freshly-baked cakes, pints of ice cream and cookies the size of a person’s face. The owner came up with the concept when she had a late-night cookie craving and nothing was open.
Recreational vehicles for any budget at Lazydays RV
Charley Belcher visited Lazydays RV in Tampa, where there's more than just recreational vehicles.
Charley Belcher visited Lazydays RV in Tampa, where there's more than just recreational vehicles.
Herd of manatees swims close to shore at Miramar Beach in Florida
Those at one Florida beach had a very close encounter with several of the state's beloved sea cows.
Those at one Florida beach had a very close encounter with several of the state's beloved sea cows.
PARC president, CEO retires after spending 35 years helping people with disabilities
After 35 years of service, Karen Higgins is retiring from PARC, a non-profit organization that helps people with developmental disabilities.
After 35 years of service, Karen Higgins is retiring from PARC, a non-profit organization that helps people with developmental disabilities.
Woman spends 35 years helping people with disabilities
After 35 years of service, Karen Higgins is retiring from PARC, a non-profit organization that helps people with developmental disabilities.
After 35 years of service, Karen Higgins is retiring from PARC, a non-profit organization that helps people with developmental disabilities.
Peppa Pig offers sneak peek at new Winter Haven theme park
Peppa Pig, a wildly popular porcine with her own TV show and videos, showed up Thursday at what will be the Peppa Pig Theme Park in Winter Haven.
Peppa Pig, a wildly popular porcine with her own TV show and videos, showed up Thursday at what will be the Peppa Pig Theme Park in Winter Haven.
SeaWorld Orlando offering teachers free admission for a year
Certified K-12 classroom teachers can now sign up for the SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card that will give them unlimited admission.
Certified K-12 classroom teachers can now sign up for the SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card that will give them unlimited admission.
Help honor SS American Victory's 76 years of service
Charley Belcher visited the World War II-era SS American Victory Ship and Museum in Tampa.
Charley Belcher visited the World War II-era SS American Victory Ship and Museum in Tampa.
Signs of the times: Photographer’s ‘Vintage Neon Project’ documents bygone era
Ten years ago, a St. Petersburg graphic designer started the Vintage Neon Project. He photographs old signs that represent a bygone era of Florida tourism.
Ten years ago, a St. Petersburg graphic designer started the Vintage Neon Project. He photographs old signs that represent a bygone era of Florida tourism.
Take a tour of Florida's vintage neon signs
Todd Bates documents the evolving history of American roadways. 10 years ago, the St. Petersburg graphic designer started the Vintage Neon Project. He photographs old signs that represent a bygone era of Florida tourism.
Todd Bates documents the evolving history of American roadways. 10 years ago, the St. Petersburg graphic designer started the Vintage Neon Project. He photographs old signs that represent a bygone era of Florida tourism.
Vegan goes mainstream in St. Petersburg
In St. Petersburg's Grand Central District, Celine Beltgens is making a mark in the growing vegan industry. The sweet-treat offerings of Valhalla Bakery juxtapose with the savory options at Freya's. Valkyrie Doughnuts is just a few doors down.
In St. Petersburg's Grand Central District, Celine Beltgens is making a mark in the growing vegan industry. The sweet-treat offerings of Valhalla Bakery juxtapose with the savory options at Freya's. Valkyrie Doughnuts is just a few doors down.
U.S. Army veteran caters with low country comfort food
Charley Belcher showcased Vinik Sports Group's Backing the Bay recipient, Ava's Low Country Cuisine in Lutz.
Charley Belcher showcased Vinik Sports Group's Backing the Bay recipient, Ava's Low Country Cuisine in Lutz.
This 1958 Buick Special gets a shot of Lightning
In this week's Great Rides, Mariah took a spin in the ‘Boltmobile:’ A 1958 Buick Special from Good Day view Anthony Urgovitch in Tampa.
In this week's Great Rides, Mariah took a spin in the ‘Boltmobile:’ A 1958 Buick Special from Good Day view Anthony Urgovitch in Tampa.
Great Rides: The Boltmobile
Anthony Urgovitch says he didn't really know much about cars when he bought the classic Buick, which he calls the 'Boltmobile.'
Anthony Urgovitch says he didn't really know much about cars when he bought the classic Buick, which he calls the 'Boltmobile.'
Great Rides: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner and Jeep Gladiator Rubicons
Bobby's 1970 Plymouth Road Runner features a numbers-matching 383 engine and drivetrain, while Mary shows off her family's matching Jeeps.
Bobby's 1970 Plymouth Road Runner features a numbers-matching 383 engine and drivetrain, while Mary shows off her family's matching Jeeps.
Handmade donuts are that much sweeter at this Busch Boulevard shop
Nicola’s Donuts on Busch Boulevard in Tampa is one of the few shops left that still does things the old-fashioned way.
Nicola’s Donuts on Busch Boulevard in Tampa is one of the few shops left that still does things the old-fashioned way.
Made in Tampa Bay: Nicola?s Donuts
There's no shortage of places to grab a donut in the morning. But fewer are doing it the old-fashioned way, made fresh every day from scratch
There's no shortage of places to grab a donut in the morning. But fewer are doing it the old-fashioned way, made fresh every day from scratch
A love letter to Florida at Fairgrounds St. Pete
Tuesday, Charley Belcher visited Fairgrounds St. Pete, an immersive art installation.
Tuesday, Charley Belcher visited Fairgrounds St. Pete, an immersive art installation.