See the Skyway in a colorful new light

The promise of a colorfully-lit Sunshine Skyway Bridge became a reality this week, much to the delight of photographers, boaters, and drivers around the Bay Area.

Parrish Fire District donates truck to Caribbean Fire Rescue in Bahamas

The truck that sits in front of the Parrish Fire District's first home is a symbol of hard work. The district was formed by volunteers more than 30 years ago. Since then, it's operation has been a true community effort.

Life-sized family games at Jimmy MC's farm
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It's a fourth-generation family farm in the heart of Pasco County. Chip Brewster found some fun things to show us at Jimmy MC's in Spring Hill, including life-size foosball.

Abandoned fishing nets transformed into jewelry with a purpose

We live, work, and play on the waters of Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, but the items people leave behind are dangerous for marine life. A group called Planet Love Life has a solution for the problem of nets left behind by anglers.

Bay Area Best: Richie Cheesesteak
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Nestled in a spot on Deltona Boulevard in Spring Hill, Richie Cheesesteak serves up the Philadelphia classic, with the Whiz or provolone, plus pizza, fires, and much more. FOX 13's Chip Brewster shows us why this is one of the Bay Area's best.

Bay Area Best: Richie Cheesesteak
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Nestled in a spot on Deltona Boulevard in Spring Hill, Richie Cheesesteak serves up the Philadelphia classic, with the Whiz or provolone, plus pizza, fires, and much more. FOX 13's Chip Brewster shows us why this is one of the Bay Area's best.

Made in Tampa Bay: Planet Love Life jewelry
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Discarded fishing nets litter Florida's beaches and waterways, but a Bay Area company is transforming those nets into beautiful jewelry, that's also good for the environment.

Florida venomous snake eats another snake as giant wasp attacks in wild video

Florida wildlife has proven yet again just how wild it can be after a woman shared video of a venomous coral snake eating another snake while it was being attacked by a yellow jacket wasp.

Owners of martial arts studio say self-defense is not what you see in Hollywood

Quest Self-Defense and Martial Arts in Wesley Chapel teaches their students that it’s more about strengthening the mind in addition to strengthening the body.

Quest Self-Defense owners teach students to win in life
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There are people of all ages, sizes and strengths at Quest Self-Defense. None of those factors matter when you enter the Wesley Chapel dojo. In self-defense, there are no rules, the owners said.

Recipe: Tom Kha Soup

Tom Kha soup, a Thai spicy and sour coconut soup, is worth indulging in -- no matter what the weather is outside.

Good Day Gourmet: Tom Kha
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Vanessa cooked up a tasty Tom Kha soup, which is a delicious coconut lemongrass recipe. Give it a try.

Fishermen grow out hair to help 3-year-old battling cancer

It was all laughter and smiles inside a Great Clips in South Tampa Tuesday night. You could hear the sound of clippers slicing off hundreds of thousands of strands of hair. Each will soon help make up a wig, which serves as a special layer of normality for girls like 3-year-old Trinity.

Largo teen granted wish to spend day with Dr. Jen Arnold

At 16 years old, Julie has spent a lifetime struggling with lung and breathing issues. This week, she lived out her dream when she connected with the person that has inspired her to keep fighting.

?Diavolo? comes to the Straz Center
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For the last three years, a professional dance company out of Los Angeles has been bringing its art form to the veteran community. And for the first time ever, it brought that project to Tampa Bay.

Busch Gardens' Howl-O-Scream celebrates 20 years of fear

This year, the theme park is celebrating 20 years of the Halloween event with six haunted houses. Those who dare can enter a haunted asylum, a butcher’s gruesome slaughterhouse, or an insect-infested motel.

'20 Years of Fear' celebrated at Busch Gardens
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Howl-O-Scream is celebrating its 20th year at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with nine scare zones and six haunted houses. The last day to get spooked is November 2, 2019. Enter, if you dare.

Sweet treats at A Fresh Connection
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A catering company, a cafe, a classroom, a commercial kitchen for rent: All of it can be found under one roof in St. Pete. It?s called a fresh connection and FOX 13?s Chip Brewster stopped by ? and got some spooky sweet treats from Rumbles Bakery in the process.

Artsy, charming Gulfport, seen from above
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Gulfport, Florida has been called artsy, charming, and welcoming, with fun boutiques and great restaurants lining its streets. The FOX 13 Drone Zone gives you a look at everything this south Pinellas County town has to offer.