'Celebrate Birthdays' bring the party to children on their special day
For most kids, there is nothing more exciting than their birthday -- the cake, the balloons, and the presents -- but not all families have the means to celebrate. That's where 'Celebrate Birthdays' come in.
For most kids, there is nothing more exciting than their birthday -- the cake, the balloons, and the presents -- but not all families have the means to celebrate. That's where 'Celebrate Birthdays' come in.
Community Food Pantry offers hand up for those in need
The Community Food Pantry started out as a few items of food on a shelf in a pastor’s office at Village Presbyterian Church in 2008 and has grown into a program that feeds nearly 50,000 people a year.
The Community Food Pantry started out as a few items of food on a shelf in a pastor’s office at Village Presbyterian Church in 2008 and has grown into a program that feeds nearly 50,000 people a year.
Tampa food pantry offers a hand up
The Community Food Pantry started out as a few items of food on a shelf in a pastor?s office at Village Presbyterian Church in 2008 and has grown into a program that feeds nearly 50,000 people a year.
The Community Food Pantry started out as a few items of food on a shelf in a pastor?s office at Village Presbyterian Church in 2008 and has grown into a program that feeds nearly 50,000 people a year.
State Fair sea lion kisses are the best kisses
Chip Brewster made a new friend at the Florida State Fair, and you can too. Meet Zoe the sea lion, who will wave to fairgoers and even give kisses at the Florida State Fair this year.
Chip Brewster made a new friend at the Florida State Fair, and you can too. Meet Zoe the sea lion, who will wave to fairgoers and even give kisses at the Florida State Fair this year.
The 2020 Florida State Fair is officially open for all the fun and food
The lights are on at the Florida State Fairgrounds after state leaders literally flipped the switch this morning, though bad weather will cut opening day short.
The lights are on at the Florida State Fairgrounds after state leaders literally flipped the switch this morning, though bad weather will cut opening day short.
7-year-old has idea to help charities through family’s café, raises over $1,000 for local horse rescue
RVR Horse Rescue is home to some of the biggest domesticated animals and some of the smallest breeds. Being a non-profit, they rely on those with the biggest hearts even if they happen to have some of the smallest of feet.
RVR Horse Rescue is home to some of the biggest domesticated animals and some of the smallest breeds. Being a non-profit, they rely on those with the biggest hearts even if they happen to have some of the smallest of feet.
Tampa’s newest pirate ship, The Lost Pearl, sets sail this weekend
The Lost Pearl, Tampa’s newest pirate ship makes its maiden voyage for public cruises this weekend in the waters of Tampa Bay.
The Lost Pearl, Tampa’s newest pirate ship makes its maiden voyage for public cruises this weekend in the waters of Tampa Bay.
Believe it or not, you can see these cool items at the Florida State Fair
Wearing white gloves, Charley stopped inside Ripley?s Believe It or Not?s attraction at the Florida State Fair. There, he actually held the lightsaber used by Luke Skywalker in ?The Empire Strikes Back.?
Wearing white gloves, Charley stopped inside Ripley?s Believe It or Not?s attraction at the Florida State Fair. There, he actually held the lightsaber used by Luke Skywalker in ?The Empire Strikes Back.?
Young girl with huge heart raises $1,000 for horse rescue
Delanie Dennis loves animals, and through her family's cafe, she had an idea -- to raise money for charities involving animals. Recently, she raised $1,000 for RVR Horse Rescue.
Delanie Dennis loves animals, and through her family's cafe, she had an idea -- to raise money for charities involving animals. Recently, she raised $1,000 for RVR Horse Rescue.
Dream job: How master builders create those giant LEGO models
Massive, jaw-dropping displays of imagination and engineering are created daily at the Merlin Magic Making hub -- an otherwise nondescript building in Lake Wales, Florida.
Massive, jaw-dropping displays of imagination and engineering are created daily at the Merlin Magic Making hub -- an otherwise nondescript building in Lake Wales, Florida.
Organization offers help to more than 300,000 in Bay Area suffering eating disorders
It's a struggle many don't want to talk about and it can be deadly.
It's a struggle many don't want to talk about and it can be deadly.
One woman's journey with eating disorders
It's a struggle many don't want to talk about and it can be deadly. Thanks to a group in the Bay Area, help is on the way for those battling eating disorders.
It's a struggle many don't want to talk about and it can be deadly. Thanks to a group in the Bay Area, help is on the way for those battling eating disorders.
They admit they eat out a lot, and this sandwich shop is why
It’s a common debate: Make dinner at home or get it from a restaurant? For one local couple, there is no question. Jose Font and Richard English brought Chip Brewster to the Turnpike’s Rest Stop in Spring Hill, where you can build a sandwich so large that you’ll be eating it for two or three meals.
It’s a common debate: Make dinner at home or get it from a restaurant? For one local couple, there is no question. Jose Font and Richard English brought Chip Brewster to the Turnpike’s Rest Stop in Spring Hill, where you can build a sandwich so large that you’ll be eating it for two or three meals.
Get sassy with salsa that has no preservatives, is gluten free and vegan friendly
Tampa Bay’s Missey Rodriguez is putting her work with the American Embassy State Department in West Africa in a way you might not imagine.
Tampa Bay’s Missey Rodriguez is putting her work with the American Embassy State Department in West Africa in a way you might not imagine.
Made in Tampa Bay: Aunt Missy's Sassy Salsa
Missey Rodriguez found inspiration to make delicious salsa in an unlikely place, but now her super-fresh salsa is a hit.
Missey Rodriguez found inspiration to make delicious salsa in an unlikely place, but now her super-fresh salsa is a hit.
Aboard Tampa's newest pirate ship
Pirate cruises have plied the waters of Pinellas County for years. But now there?s a pirate ship cruising the Hillsborough River in Tampa, too. Chip climbed aboard the ?Lost Pearl?, which is owned and operated by Yacht StarShip and will debut this weekend.
Pirate cruises have plied the waters of Pinellas County for years. But now there?s a pirate ship cruising the Hillsborough River in Tampa, too. Chip climbed aboard the ?Lost Pearl?, which is owned and operated by Yacht StarShip and will debut this weekend.
Bay Area Best: Turnpike's Rest Stop
Jose Font and Richard English brought Chip Brewster to the Turnpike?s Rest Stop in Spring Hill, where you can build a sandwich so large that you?ll be eating it for two or three meals.
Jose Font and Richard English brought Chip Brewster to the Turnpike?s Rest Stop in Spring Hill, where you can build a sandwich so large that you?ll be eating it for two or three meals.
This store sells workout equipment for your home and business
Bandit Fitness Equipment in Largo has been in business for nearly 30 years, selling workout equipment for home gyms as well as commercial fitness centers. They have a large selection of pre-owned equipment, and they also train the trainers here, offering classes to help achieve certification. And, of course, there?s a gym on site too.
Bandit Fitness Equipment in Largo has been in business for nearly 30 years, selling workout equipment for home gyms as well as commercial fitness centers. They have a large selection of pre-owned equipment, and they also train the trainers here, offering classes to help achieve certification. And, of course, there?s a gym on site too.
2020 Florida State Fair returns for some deep-fried fun
The Florida State Fair kicks off Thursday at the fairgrounds in Hillsborough County,
The Florida State Fair kicks off Thursday at the fairgrounds in Hillsborough County,
Old high school transforms into first contemporary art museum in Sarasota
The old Sarasota High School building sat vacant for years – until now.
The old Sarasota High School building sat vacant for years – until now.