Bay Area families recovering from hurricanes get holiday meals help from Feeding Tampa Bay
The holiday season may be here, but it won’t be a normal one for the families rebuilding their homes and lives while making sure they have food on the table.
Polk County Toys for Tots fears this will be their last year because of lack of volunteers
Polk County Toys For Tots makes sure every child has a Christmas each year, but it may not be around in the future.
Top destinations people dream of traveling to for the holidays
Several cities in Europe claimed top spots for people across the world as their dream Christmas travel destinations.
Lakeland food bank destroyed by arson returns with Thanksgiving drive-thru at Bartow High School
Despite an arson fire destroying its food bank last year, a ministry in Lakeland is determined to continue serving the community this Thanksgiving.
Here are the airports with the longest security wait times during the holidays: Study
Travelers taking trips for the holiday season may encounter longer than usual wait times at these airports in the U.S., according to a new study.
AAA: Thanksgiving holiday travelers to hit 80 million this year
Some 79.9 million people will make trips at least 50 miles from where they live in the six-day span from Nov. 26, the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, and Dec. 2, the Monday following the holiday, AAA said on Monday.
After 112 years, 'Operation Santa' still accepting letters
USPS's Operation Santa returns for its 112th year, helping children and families in need by connecting letters to Santa with generous adopters.
Salvation Army of Manatee County takes a dive to kick off Red Kettle campaign
A kickoff to the holiday season takes on a new meaning for the Salvation Army of Manatee County.
How much it costs to host Thanksgiving in 2024
Inflation and rising food costs are prompting some hosts to alter their plans, cut back on certain expenses or even reconsider hosting next year, according to a new survey.
Metropolitan Ministries’ Holiday Tent preparing for influx of families impacted by hurricanes
This year, the need for holiday meals for families in need is greater than usual because of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Despite the setbacks for some, Metropolitan Ministries said their annual Holiday Tent will be ready and prepared for the influx of families.
The best places to go for Thanksgiving 2024, according to research
If you’re planning to travel for Thanksgiving here are some of the top destinations to consider for the holiday break.
Thanksgiving dinner 2024: How much you can save using store-brand products
Choosing store-brand items for Thanksgiving could save consumers around $17, according to a Wells Fargo report, as food inflation continues to impact holiday costs.
Why is Thanksgiving so late this year?
If you are making Thanksgiving plans, you may notice that the holiday falls later in November 2024 than it usually does. Here’s why.
Most popular Thanksgiving sides in each state revealed
A new report revealed that 56% of Americans would rather pile their plates with side dishes than the turkey itself.
Thanksgiving by the numbers: Where does your food come from and what do farmers earn?
Nearly 300 million Americans celebrate Thanksgiving every fourth Thursday of November with classics such as Turkey, stuffing and cranberries, but did you ever wonder where all the staples come from?
Metropolitan Ministries receives holiday donations for struggling families
Twenty-five pallets of supplies arrived at Metropolitan Ministries’ Holiday Tent in Tampa Friday, all donated by people who live 1,200 miles away in Chicago.
Full list: Stores offering Thanksgiving meal deals this year
Though prices have gone down slightly compared to last year, the cost of groceries are still higher than they were in 2019.
'Adopt' a North Port family and spread holiday cheer
North Port Social Services needs help to bring Christmas Joy to the North Port community.
Thanksgiving dinner will cost less this year, analysts say
Your Thanksgiving turkey and some side dishes are expected to be a bit cheaper this year thanks to cooling inflation.
Bay Area history: 1958 Tampa Snow Show debacle began with good intentions
Ice and snow in Florida have always been rare, but the headlines announced a blizzard in Tampa about 65 years ago and an ice company started spraying real snow.