Winter Village, outdoor ice rink returns in downtown Tampa
It's a holiday tradition that even the pandemic couldn't cancel, but while the annual Winter Village returns Friday to downtown Tampa, there will be some changes.
It's a holiday tradition that even the pandemic couldn't cancel, but while the annual Winter Village returns Friday to downtown Tampa, there will be some changes.
Florida's first snow park officially opens in Pasco County
It was a very rare snow day for Floridians as the state's first outdoor snow park opens Friday, Nov. 20.
It was a very rare snow day for Floridians as the state's first outdoor snow park opens Friday, Nov. 20.
Tampa native to paddle 400 miles to raise money for foster children
Nicholas Holzerland is traveling from Florida to the Bahamas by paddleboard to raise money for the Crossroads Hope Academy.
Nicholas Holzerland is traveling from Florida to the Bahamas by paddleboard to raise money for the Crossroads Hope Academy.
400 miles on a paddleboard to raise money for kids
Nicholas Holzerland is traveling from Bartow to the Bahamas on his paddleboard to raise money for Crossroads Hope Academy in Punta Gorda, a foster home for boys.
Nicholas Holzerland is traveling from Bartow to the Bahamas on his paddleboard to raise money for Crossroads Hope Academy in Punta Gorda, a foster home for boys.
Dachshund rescues family's small dog from mountain lion attack in Colorado
Winston the dachshund saw a mountain lion grab his best friend Mijo, a 15-year-old chiweenie. But instead of running away in fear, Winston courageously chased the large cat and barked until it dropped the tiny pup.
Winston the dachshund saw a mountain lion grab his best friend Mijo, a 15-year-old chiweenie. But instead of running away in fear, Winston courageously chased the large cat and barked until it dropped the tiny pup.
Community heroes meet the Stanley Cup
Lightning ownership, through the Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation, has given away millions of dollars to local charities through the Community Hero Award. On Thursday, all of those recipients from this past season have been invited to the arena to get their photo taken with the Stanley Cup.
Lightning ownership, through the Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation, has given away millions of dollars to local charities through the Community Hero Award. On Thursday, all of those recipients from this past season have been invited to the arena to get their photo taken with the Stanley Cup.
Rays superfan brings smiles and spreads joy to his family, community
Ellis is a big Tampa Bay Rays fan. While he might seem like an ordinary baseball fan, who gets joy out of the success of our local team, he has a way of impacting others through the joy he spreads.
Ellis is a big Tampa Bay Rays fan. While he might seem like an ordinary baseball fan, who gets joy out of the success of our local team, he has a way of impacting others through the joy he spreads.
Adorable owl rescued from Rockefeller Christmas tree
The owl had not had anything to eat or drink in 3 days, so the center gave him fluids and "all the mice he will eat."
The owl had not had anything to eat or drink in 3 days, so the center gave him fluids and "all the mice he will eat."
Rooted in faith, fueled by adrenaline; ‘Dare Diva’s’ use adventure to inspire and heal
Four best friends are encouraging everyone to become their own Dare Diva.
Four best friends are encouraging everyone to become their own Dare Diva.
Ybor City celebrates 10th Christmas tree lighting
The annual tree lighting at Ybor City’s Centro Ybor is officially a decade old. And the lighting of the Ybor City Christmas tree means the holidays are officially here.
The annual tree lighting at Ybor City’s Centro Ybor is officially a decade old. And the lighting of the Ybor City Christmas tree means the holidays are officially here.
Foster moms team up to buy Christmas presents for 275 foster children
Though foster parents receive a stipend from the state of Florida, it’s not enough money to buy Christmas presents.
Though foster parents receive a stipend from the state of Florida, it’s not enough money to buy Christmas presents.
Moms make Christmas merry for kids who need it most
A group of foster moms are coming together to make Chrristmas better for Bay Area kids.
A group of foster moms are coming together to make Chrristmas better for Bay Area kids.
Myakka Elephant Ranch hidden gen of Florida
When you think of Florida, you might not think of elephants. That's what makes Myakka Elephant Ranch a true hidden gem where you can interact with these lovable beasts like never before.
When you think of Florida, you might not think of elephants. That's what makes Myakka Elephant Ranch a true hidden gem where you can interact with these lovable beasts like never before.
Suncoast Renaissance Festival returns
Over at the Sarasota Fairgrounds, the Suncoast Renaissance Festival will be underway every Saturday and Sunday left in November -- with a bonus day the Friday after Thanksgiving. You can expect a full cast of colorful medieval characters, music, dancing, food, drink, and treats for the entire family.
Over at the Sarasota Fairgrounds, the Suncoast Renaissance Festival will be underway every Saturday and Sunday left in November -- with a bonus day the Friday after Thanksgiving. You can expect a full cast of colorful medieval characters, music, dancing, food, drink, and treats for the entire family.
With a passion to play, kids can reach prodigy-potential through cultural arts program
A free program in Tampa makes cultural arts accessible to everyone in the community, and one little girl is overjoyed for the opportunity to learn the violin.
A free program in Tampa makes cultural arts accessible to everyone in the community, and one little girl is overjoyed for the opportunity to learn the violin.
Florida fishermen team up with St. Pete clinic to distribute 20K lbs of fresh fish to families in need
A group of commercial Florida fishermen partnered with a local non-profit to deliver fresh, sustainably-caught fish to families impacted by the pandemic.
A group of commercial Florida fishermen partnered with a local non-profit to deliver fresh, sustainably-caught fish to families impacted by the pandemic.
Tampa program uses the power of music to help children
Just listening to a song is proven to better our mind and our moods, so imagine the benefits of creating your own. This is why a local organization is making music accessible to everyone -- and one 9-year-old girl is overjoyed for the opportunity.
Just listening to a song is proven to better our mind and our moods, so imagine the benefits of creating your own. This is why a local organization is making music accessible to everyone -- and one 9-year-old girl is overjoyed for the opportunity.
Retired astronaut's love of space and art featured at MOSI exhibit
Retired astronaut Nicole Stott partnered with the Space for Art Foundation for an exhibit at MOSI in Tampa featuring the work of fellow astronauts -- including her own.
Retired astronaut Nicole Stott partnered with the Space for Art Foundation for an exhibit at MOSI in Tampa featuring the work of fellow astronauts -- including her own.
Drone footage shows flamingo flock gathering in Kazakhstan lake
A flock of flamingos was spotted on Lake Karakol near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on November 14, moving in harmony during their migration south.
A flock of flamingos was spotted on Lake Karakol near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on November 14, moving in harmony during their migration south.
Hidden gem: Fishing, skateboarding, swimming, and more at Tampa's DeSoto Park
From a pool to a halfpipe, there's plenty of features at Tampa's Desoto Park.
From a pool to a halfpipe, there's plenty of features at Tampa's Desoto Park.