Get back to nature at a Hillsborough County park
If getting outdoors is your thing, or if basking in the green spaces of natural Florida appeals to you, then Hillsborough County's Parks and Recreation Department has more options for you than ever.
Step back in time at ZooTampa’s Dino's Alive exhibit
Now that you can escape the quarantined isolation from the past three months, every experience can seem new again, even if it's 65 million years old.
Wesley Chapel teen creates cultural awareness clothing company
Wesley Chapel teenager Janiah Hinds is the founder of Slay It Proud. It's an education and apparel company promoting cultural awareness and celebrating black pride.
Seminole Heights store creates free food pantry for pets
During the coronavirus pandemic, the country has seen a resurgence of support for local businesses, many of which are struggling to stay alive.
Hopeful messages fill new sculpture at Harvest Hope Park
A new piece of artwork was erected in north Tampa Monday, bringing a message of hope with it.
Troopers deliver baby girl on downtown Tampa street
Florida Highway Patrol troopers helped bring a baby girl into the world on the streets of downtown Tampa Friday.
Manatee High class ring returned 52 years after being stolen from locker
Allan Ackles' 1968 class ring was stolen from his locker. 50 years later, Moody Johnson found it in a field. Now the ring is back with its rightful owner.
Community parade celebrates Manatee County WWII vet on his 100th birthday
The honking of horns and the rumble of motorcycles filled the front of Bill Cheesman's Manatee County home.
Tampa native Pete Alonso powers up foundation to help everyday heroes
After rounding the bases 53 times during his rookie season with the New York Mets, Pete Alonso realized that he's one of the lucky few to get recognition from a stadium full of people.
WWE superstar Titus O'Neil hosts Mother's Day dinner for local single mothers
WWE superstars Titus O'Neil and Natalya Neidhart joined forces Sunday to host a special Mother's Day dinner for Bay Area single mothers who work for Hillsborough County Schools, the Tampa Police Department, the city of Tampa and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
8-year-old cancer patient becomes honorary Pasco County firefighter on birthday
Approximately 400 firetrucks, motorcycles and cars spent an hour driving by David Castle’s house on Sunday to wish him a happy 8th birthday and witness him being recognized as an honorary Pasco County firefighter.
Woman in labor doesn't make it past security; Tampa hospital guard delivers baby
To security guard Philip Kalil, there was something different about the way Andre Garnett drove up to the main entrance at Tampa General Hospital, parked, and got out.
Teachers surprise 250 graduating seniors by hand-delivering caps, gowns
"It just keeps the kids feel included and important when everybody is so isolated and alone,” said one teacher. “It keeps the human touch.”
More than 150 cars turn out for parade to celebrate little girl’s last cancer treatment
Some milestones are meant to be celebrated no matter what it takes. Selah Grace Feely's final cancer treatment was one of those events.
Cancer patient who couldn’t celebrate birthday at the shore gets surprise beach bash at home
Marie Thornton’s birthdays always includes sand and water. This one would be no different. Her daughter Krystal Thornton had it all planned out.
Their walk for cancer continues -- 30 minutes at a time
The coronavirus isn’t going to keep one Sarasota couple from their efforts to raise money to fight cancer.
Gulfport group recruits hundreds to make cardboard masks with artistic twists
Gulfport residents are making artsy masks during the pandemic to place outside their homes.
Crafty nurses show off sewing skills in mask-making effort
So far, the BayCare sewing team has made over 5,000 face masks and 1,500 face shields. It’s a seamless effort that’s saving lives one stitch at a time.
OnBikes advocate turns attention to feeding first responders
Julius Tobin is trying to spread joy amidst the coronavirus chaos. He is stepping up to thank some of the heroes on the front lines.
Community effort feeds hospital workers while supporting local restaurants
At a time when healthcare workers are working overtime and empty restaurants are depending on takeout orders and deliveries to stay afloat, a Tampa woman came up with an idea to help both at the same time.