Above the gardens: Bird's-eye view of Bok Tower
Sitting atop one of the highest points in peninsular Florida is an imposing historic landmark: The 205-foot-tall Bok Tower, constructed 90 years ago by magazine editor Edward Bok.
Sitting atop one of the highest points in peninsular Florida is an imposing historic landmark: The 205-foot-tall Bok Tower, constructed 90 years ago by magazine editor Edward Bok.
Drone Zone: Bok Tower
If you've never been to Bok Tower in Lake Wales, you're missing out. Not only is the tower beautiful, but the gardens are stunning. Here's a look from the SkyFOX Drone.
If you've never been to Bok Tower in Lake Wales, you're missing out. Not only is the tower beautiful, but the gardens are stunning. Here's a look from the SkyFOX Drone.
Electricity restored for elderly woman after Largo first responders pay the bill
An elderly resident in Largo was living without any electricity for the past month. When first responders found out, they immediately decided to change that.
An elderly resident in Largo was living without any electricity for the past month. When first responders found out, they immediately decided to change that.
On the job with the Humane Society of Tampa Bay
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay helps thousands of animals find homes every year. Just think of how many dishes, loads of laundry, and feedings go into caring for all of those animals! And who does the work?
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay helps thousands of animals find homes every year. Just think of how many dishes, loads of laundry, and feedings go into caring for all of those animals! And who does the work?
Broward Elementary students greeted by dads on first day of school
Students at Broward Elementary in Tampa had a very special welcome for their first day of school, as fathers lined up to cheer them on.
Students at Broward Elementary in Tampa had a very special welcome for their first day of school, as fathers lined up to cheer them on.
Tampa cigar-maker's historic home up for sale
If you've ever dreamed of living in a historic mansion, you may find your dream home hidden right in the middle of South Tampa.
If you've ever dreamed of living in a historic mansion, you may find your dream home hidden right in the middle of South Tampa.
Young 'kindness warrior' needs the votes to meet his idol, Ellen DeGeneres
A Tampa boy's wish to meet Ellen DeGeneres has taken one step closer to reality.
A Tampa boy's wish to meet Ellen DeGeneres has taken one step closer to reality.
How lawmakers tweaked amendment meant to help disabled first responders
In 2016, voters overwhelmingly passed Amendment Three to give a property tax exemption to totally and permanently disabled first responders living in Florida. Then, after it passed, the legislature disqualified many totally and permanently disabled first responders living in Florida.
In 2016, voters overwhelmingly passed Amendment Three to give a property tax exemption to totally and permanently disabled first responders living in Florida. Then, after it passed, the legislature disqualified many totally and permanently disabled first responders living in Florida.
Crackdown interferes with kids' autism therapy
Parents across Florida say state Medicaid disrupted therapy for their kids with autism. The disruptions appear to relate to state efforts to address problems with fraud.
Parents across Florida say state Medicaid disrupted therapy for their kids with autism. The disruptions appear to relate to state efforts to address problems with fraud.
Jupiter Donut Company becomes Palm Harbor staple
The Jupiter Donut Company in Palm Harbor is becoming well known for its tasty treats after two years in business.
The Jupiter Donut Company in Palm Harbor is becoming well known for its tasty treats after two years in business.
He makes mermaids -- or, at least, their tails
He's a businessman with an unusual occupation: Transforming everyday people into mermaids. But this Bay Area man is making dreams come true for thousands of people.
He's a businessman with an unusual occupation: Transforming everyday people into mermaids. But this Bay Area man is making dreams come true for thousands of people.
Good Day Gourmet: Provolone-Fontina grilled cheese with tomato-basil bisque
It's been a rainy week for Tampa Bay, making it the perfect storm for a comfort recipe.
It's been a rainy week for Tampa Bay, making it the perfect storm for a comfort recipe.
Bradenton couple helps thousands of animals yearly
Shuffleboard? Canasta? A trip to the mall for shopping and lunch? Not for Ed and Gail Straight.
Shuffleboard? Canasta? A trip to the mall for shopping and lunch? Not for Ed and Gail Straight.
Mole Patrol: Free skin cancer screenings on Clearwater Beach
One in five Americans will develop skin cancer. Just this year alone, doctors will diagnose more than 5 million people with the disease.
One in five Americans will develop skin cancer. Just this year alone, doctors will diagnose more than 5 million people with the disease.
Pasco firefighters finish lawn work for family after husband's heart attack
Pasco County first responders stepped out of their daily duties to help a local family finish their landscaping at a time when they needed it.
Pasco County first responders stepped out of their daily duties to help a local family finish their landscaping at a time when they needed it.
Legislature raids Florida's affordable-housing fund
A government fund called the State Housing Initiatives Partnership helps struggling families buy homes. It also helps the elderly and disabled stay in their homes. However, many of the people the program is intended to assist may lose out, because state lawmakers have been raiding the affordable housing trust funds.
A government fund called the State Housing Initiatives Partnership helps struggling families buy homes. It also helps the elderly and disabled stay in their homes. However, many of the people the program is intended to assist may lose out, because state lawmakers have been raiding the affordable housing trust funds.
Sarasota man strings together 200 years of music history
Black Diamond Strings have been the standard in the music industry for more than a century. The brand is cemented in legend through songs by artists like Florida native Tom Petty.
Black Diamond Strings have been the standard in the music industry for more than a century. The brand is cemented in legend through songs by artists like Florida native Tom Petty.
Stars and stripes spruce up Pinellas Trail thanks to Dunedin VFW post
You might expect flags in front of the VFW post in Dunedin, but you might be surprised by what's out back. A giant 95-foot-long mural of honor was dedicated on the wall of the VFW facing the Pinellas Trail.
You might expect flags in front of the VFW post in Dunedin, but you might be surprised by what's out back. A giant 95-foot-long mural of honor was dedicated on the wall of the VFW facing the Pinellas Trail.
From 1990: 'Edward Scissorhands' castle
Many people know that the movie 'Edward Scissorhands' was filmed at locations in Lutz and Lakeland, Florida. But the castle itself was in Dade City. Here's Deanna Lawrence's report from April 24, 1990.
Many people know that the movie 'Edward Scissorhands' was filmed at locations in Lutz and Lakeland, Florida. But the castle itself was in Dade City. Here's Deanna Lawrence's report from April 24, 1990.
Good Day Gourmet: Salmon spread pinwheels
This seafood dish is basic fun with some store-bought puff pastry, Vanessa says. It's a simple salmon spread pinwheel recipe.
This seafood dish is basic fun with some store-bought puff pastry, Vanessa says. It's a simple salmon spread pinwheel recipe.