Alligator takes a stroll through Publix parking lot in Florida

Alligators are a common sight in Florida, but it still took one man by surprise to see a large gator taking an early morning stroll outside of a Publix.

The Karol Hotel offers a boutique hotel experience with amazing views of Tampa Bay.
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Charley Belcher visited The Karol Hotel in Feather Sound for a some history on the property and a look ahead to the experience Karol Kelly Bullard hopes to offer visitors.

Great Rides: Horses of Florida Sport Horse Club
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The group with the Florida Sport Horse Club says their horses are the best rides on the planet.

Great Rides: 1955 Ford Thunderbird
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Albert from Lutz said he wanted a Thunderbird ever since he was a kid. It took him 47 years, but now he has a ?torch red? 1955 Ford Thunderbird.

Oakland Technical High senior to be school's first Black male valedictorian

When 18-year-old Ahmed Muhammad graduates from Oakland Technical High School next month, he will make history by becoming the school’s first Black male to be named valedictorian.

Every day is Earth Day at the Hillsborough Resource Recovery Facility
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Charley Belcher visited the Hillsborough Resource Recovery Facility in Tampa to see how they turn 1800 tons a day of municipal solid waste collected from residents into electricity.

‘Tampa Bay Taco Takeover’ starts on Taco Tuesday, benefits homeless program

It’s Taco Tuesday, meaning it’s time to eat as many tacos as you want -- guilt-free -- because the “Tampa Bay Taco Takeover” event is all for a good cause.

New Amazon Prime scripted series filmed at The Don CeSar aimed at attracting visitors

When you're kicking back, looking for your next streaming series to binge, don't be surprised when you recognize some familiar Bay Area hotspots. Starting next month, an original scripted series, filmed and produced in St. Pete/Clearwater, will premiere on Amazon Prime.

Florida State Fair gearing up for 11 days of fun and food

Preparations are being finalized ahead of the Florida State Fair's opening weekend. The 11-day event kicks off Thursday, April 22 and lasts through Sunday, May 2.

Lecanto woman's gnomes are part of a patriotic mission

Diana Makovitch's home in Lecanto is filled with gnomes. So many gnomes, she's nicknamed her home ‘gnomeville.’ Each one is named after a real-life veteran. 

How to make the Flaming Hot Cheetos Funnel Cake
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Mama June walks Tony Sadiku through the process of deep-frying Flaming Hot Cheetos as she prepares a new treat for the 2021 Florida State Fair.

Drone Zone: Homeland Heritage Park
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Several miles south of Bartow, visitors can experience what life was like in 1800?s Florida ? long before air conditioning and motorized farm equipment. Homeland Heritage Park contains many of Polk County?s oldest buildings, including a schoolhouse built in 1878 and a Methodist Church built in 1887.

Sarasota Honey Company gives homeowners a chance to raise bees in their own backyards

A family-owned honey company gives homeowners the opportunity to raise bees in their own backyards -- and collect some delicious honey as their reward. The small business also hires individuals with special needs to give them employment opportunities and training.

Giant manta ray spotted near St. Petersburg

The giant manta ray is the largest ray in the world -- and one of them was spotted just 50 feet away from the shores of St. Petersburg.

Riverview Chick-fil-A team leader rushes to help employees during Saturday storms

An employee at a Chick-fil-A in Riverview is being praised for his bravery as he rushed to his coworkers’ aid while they were outside during a stormy day.