Growing in containers

David Whitwam with Whitwam Organics joined Good Day to share the potential benefits – along with a notable drawback – when it comes to growing in containers.

1950 Pontiac

Good Day viewer Sonny in Ellenton shared a 1950 Pontiac lowered over a 1981 Monte Carlo frame. It has two 12-inch subwoofers in the trunk and blue LED lights underneath the car.

1983 Mercury Cougar

Good Day viewer Hugh in Palm Harbor shared his 1983 Mercury Cougar, which he has owned for more than 36 years. He also wanted to show off a black Mustang and a red Charger, which is owned by his father.

How ‘thirstwaves’ impact soil and plants

FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg explains a new study showing “thirstwaves” are becoming more common. A “thirstwave” sucks the water out of soil and plants, especially during dry spells.

Over-the-counter substance could face regulation

Florida lawmakers are weighing whether 7-OH – or hydroxymitragynine – should be regulated, with doctors referring to the opioid-like substance as “legal morphine.” FOX 13’s Regina Gonzalez reports.

Spheres Bubble Show coming to Tampa

Blaise Ryndes, founder and lead performer of the Spheres Bubble Show, joined Good Day to give us a sample of what to expect when the show comes to Tampa on Sunday, April 27.

Friday fishing report: April 18, 2025

Captain Dylan Hubbard shares the rare sighting he captured: two adult female North Atlantic right whales! He also says warmer weather along with a new moon on the way next weekend will make for good fishing conditions.

Planting the ‘Florida cranberry’

David Whitwam with Whitwam Organics joined Good Day to share the process for planting Roselle, also known as the “Florida cranberry.” It’s typically planted in March, April and early May, then harvested in October and November for Thanksgiving.

USF medical school tops state rankings

Dr. Charles Lockwood, executive vice president of USF Health and dean of USF Health's Morsani College of Medicine, joined Good Day to talk about the medical school's high ranking from U.S. News & World Report.

1986 Chevy K5 Blazer

Good Day viewers William and Elizabeth in Lakeland shared their father/daughter project: a 1986 Chevrolet K5 Blazer. They love driving it around Lakeland and taking it to local car shows.

1977 Can Am & 1980 Mustang Cobra

Good Day viewers Adam and Eric Baker shared a pair of rides: a 1977 Pontiac Can Am and a 1980 Ford Mustang Cobra. Both brothers hope to keep their rides in the family, leaving them to their kids.

Lightning benefits certain tropical trees

FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg explains why tonka bean trees in Panama can flourish when struck by lightning, leading to additional research to find out if other types of trees may also benefit from a lightning strike.

Raising organ donation awareness

Dr. Kiran Dhanireddy, Vice President and Chief of Tampa General Hospital’s Transplant Institute, joined Good Day to discuss National Donate Life Month.

Organizations help mother relocate after hurricanes

FOX 13 photojournalist Jason Wright introduces us to two groups – A Servant’s Way and Revive and Restore – that helped a displaced mother move into a new home after the devastating 2024 hurricanes.

Friday fishing report: April 11, 2025

Captain Dylan Hubbard says conditions on the water are looking better with a full moon coming up on Sunday, along with calmer weather for the second half of the weekend into next week.