'Staycation' around every corner in Tampa Bay
The pandemic has put a kink in a lot of summer travel plans. But we found some great spots that are close to home.
The pandemic has put a kink in a lot of summer travel plans. But we found some great spots that are close to home.
Signs remind Polk first responders that they are appreciated
Polk Fire Rescue just got a special thank-you. Aaron Hall and his mom Tanya delivered 48 signs to fire stations across the county that thank firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs for what they do every day.
Polk Fire Rescue just got a special thank-you. Aaron Hall and his mom Tanya delivered 48 signs to fire stations across the county that thank firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs for what they do every day.
St. Pete dog day care gives Fourth of July advice
Workers at Happy Camper Doggy Day Camp & Sleepover care for our furry friends, and discuss how you can protect your pet from the inevitable neighborhood firework displays that can stressful for them.
Workers at Happy Camper Doggy Day Camp & Sleepover care for our furry friends, and discuss how you can protect your pet from the inevitable neighborhood firework displays that can stressful for them.
Polk Museum of Art creates living art exhibit with plants and greenery
The Polk Museum of Art transformed their outdoor sculpture space with a different type of wall covering.
The Polk Museum of Art transformed their outdoor sculpture space with a different type of wall covering.
Pioneer Florida Museum and Village receives 110-year-old Pasco County log cabin
The Pioneer Florida Museum and Village in Dade City, which preserves and celebrates Florida’s 175-year-old history, added something new to its collection that’s 110-years-old.
The Pioneer Florida Museum and Village in Dade City, which preserves and celebrates Florida’s 175-year-old history, added something new to its collection that’s 110-years-old.
Florida suspending any alcohol consumption at bars statewide due to rise in COVID-19 cases
The news came minutes after Florida reported nearly 9,000 new coronavirus cases, a new record for daily increases. Officials have said the number of cases is surging among young adults, which could endanger those who are most vulnerable to the virus.
The news came minutes after Florida reported nearly 9,000 new coronavirus cases, a new record for daily increases. Officials have said the number of cases is surging among young adults, which could endanger those who are most vulnerable to the virus.
Sweet day at Nabruzzi Trattoria
You may have dinner on the mind but our Chip Brewster wants to tempt you with some dessert. He headed to Lutz to check out a local Italian restaurant suggested by a viewer.
You may have dinner on the mind but our Chip Brewster wants to tempt you with some dessert. He headed to Lutz to check out a local Italian restaurant suggested by a viewer.
Troubled Waters Brewing is a family affair
In Safety Harbor, Troubled Waters Brewing is a father-son project that has the dad in the back brewing the beer, and the son running the front-of-house operation. They have added an outdoor beer garden since the pandemic, and if you aren’t comfortable being out right now, you can always pick up a crowler or a growler to go and enjoy some locally brewed craft beer at home
In Safety Harbor, Troubled Waters Brewing is a father-son project that has the dad in the back brewing the beer, and the son running the front-of-house operation. They have added an outdoor beer garden since the pandemic, and if you aren’t comfortable being out right now, you can always pick up a crowler or a growler to go and enjoy some locally brewed craft beer at home
Real estate agency creates Facebook page to promote Bay Area restaurants during pandemic
Brenda Wade and her son Austin enjoy eating at one of their favorite restaurants called The Stein & Vine in Brandon.
Brenda Wade and her son Austin enjoy eating at one of their favorite restaurants called The Stein & Vine in Brandon.
Realtors help promote local businesses
Brenda Wade and her son Austin enjoy eating at one of their favorite restaurants called The Stein & Vine in Brandon.
Brenda Wade and her son Austin enjoy eating at one of their favorite restaurants called The Stein & Vine in Brandon.
Colorful custom metal
Custom metalwork can take both time and money but one local business is trying to change that through the use of technology. Chip Brewster headed to Zephyrhills to check out Finishline Powdercoating.
Custom metalwork can take both time and money but one local business is trying to change that through the use of technology. Chip Brewster headed to Zephyrhills to check out Finishline Powdercoating.
Cake Girl still delivering sweets to your door
Cake Girl in Tampa had to make some adjustments during the pandemic, but their desserts are still as sweet as ever.
Cake Girl in Tampa had to make some adjustments during the pandemic, but their desserts are still as sweet as ever.
Metropolitan Ministries raises over a million dollars to help families during pandemic
Metropolitan Ministries is on a mission to help families stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic -- and, so far, the non-profit has raise $1.5 million in donations for relief.
Metropolitan Ministries is on a mission to help families stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic -- and, so far, the non-profit has raise $1.5 million in donations for relief.
Retiring TGH chaplain leaves legacy of loving care
Wayne Maberry is retiring from Tampa General Hospital after 24 years of service as a chaplain.
Wayne Maberry is retiring from Tampa General Hospital after 24 years of service as a chaplain.
Tampa General chaplain retires after 24 years
Wayne Mayberry is retiring from Tampa General Hospital after 24 years of service as a chaplain.
Wayne Mayberry is retiring from Tampa General Hospital after 24 years of service as a chaplain.
Sweet way to shop local
If you?re a fan of supporting small businesses, it doesn?t get much smaller than this. Chip Brewster is checking out Pattye Cakes in St. Pete, which is based out of the owner?s home.
If you?re a fan of supporting small businesses, it doesn?t get much smaller than this. Chip Brewster is checking out Pattye Cakes in St. Pete, which is based out of the owner?s home.
Bassano Cheesecake now has their own retail space
Before, Bassano Cheesecake's owners were selling their desserts in restaurants and delis. Now, they have their own store, offering their handcrafted cheesecakes, as well as coffee and some other surprises. They just opened last week at 507 Main Street in Safety Harbor.
Before, Bassano Cheesecake's owners were selling their desserts in restaurants and delis. Now, they have their own store, offering their handcrafted cheesecakes, as well as coffee and some other surprises. They just opened last week at 507 Main Street in Safety Harbor.
Watch: Curious manatee joins beachgoers on Father's Day
A lone manatee was seen slowly moving about a Florida beach, but those enjoying the same waters didn't seem to notice.
A lone manatee was seen slowly moving about a Florida beach, but those enjoying the same waters didn't seem to notice.
Tampa cookie company bakes 32 flavors of sugar-filled fun
The owners of a Tampa-based boutique cookie company are serving up your sugar fix in fun and different ways.
The owners of a Tampa-based boutique cookie company are serving up your sugar fix in fun and different ways.
Made in Tampa Bay: Urban Bakers gourmet cookies
Urban Bakers owner Barry Sherman says his dream was always to start an ice cream and cookie parlor but when his partner, Scott, was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson?s disease, his dream took a back seat.
Urban Bakers owner Barry Sherman says his dream was always to start an ice cream and cookie parlor but when his partner, Scott, was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson?s disease, his dream took a back seat.