Lovers’ Oak: The history behind tree along Lake Morton that’s been around as long as the City of Lakeland
The view of Lake Morton is beautiful no matter where you stand, but there's one spot in particular that's quite famous.
The view of Lake Morton is beautiful no matter where you stand, but there's one spot in particular that's quite famous.
Historic Limona Cemetery in Brandon commemorates 150th anniversary: ‘Those are our ancestors’
A small community in unincorporated Hillsborough County is celebrating 150 years. Historians say Limona, FL, which is now known as Brandon, used to be a small community centered around a cemetery.
A small community in unincorporated Hillsborough County is celebrating 150 years. Historians say Limona, FL, which is now known as Brandon, used to be a small community centered around a cemetery.
Historic Mirasol apartments on Davis Islands up for hotel rezoning after hurricane damage
The Mirasol, one of the first buildings constructed on Davis Islands, is currently a 58-unit upscale apartment building. Its new owners are asking the City of Tampa to approve a rezoning that would allow the property to be converted into a more than 110-room boutique hotel with additional condominiums.
The Mirasol, one of the first buildings constructed on Davis Islands, is currently a 58-unit upscale apartment building. Its new owners are asking the City of Tampa to approve a rezoning that would allow the property to be converted into a more than 110-room boutique hotel with additional condominiums.
Restoring historic Perfecto Garcia Cigar Factory
The Robert F. Holsopple Company is restoring the old Perfecto-Garcia Cigar factory at 2808 N 16th St. in Ybor City. FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers reports.
The Robert F. Holsopple Company is restoring the old Perfecto-Garcia Cigar factory at 2808 N 16th St. in Ybor City. FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers reports.
Descent into the past: City of Mulberry unearths cold war era bomb shelter
Two weeks ago, a bomb shelter from the Cold War era was discovered off Route 60 in Mulberry.
Two weeks ago, a bomb shelter from the Cold War era was discovered off Route 60 in Mulberry.
Mama's offers memorable menu with some nostalgia on the side
Mama’s Kitchen invokes a special place for many people, as they recall sitting at the breakfast table while mom created waffles, pancakes or other succulent sweets.
Mama’s Kitchen invokes a special place for many people, as they recall sitting at the breakfast table while mom created waffles, pancakes or other succulent sweets.
Gasworx development to have three buildings named in honor of Ybor City history
Ybor City is known for its history, and now that history will be in boldface type.
Ybor City is known for its history, and now that history will be in boldface type.
$13M makeover set to transform St. Pete's historic Palladium Theater
The Palladium Theater at St. Petersburg College, a cultural landmark since 1925, is set for a dramatic renovation.
The Palladium Theater at St. Petersburg College, a cultural landmark since 1925, is set for a dramatic renovation.
Historic Anna Maria Island cottage makes its way to new location
Traffic on Anna Maria Island was a bit backed up Wednesday morning, not because of tourists, but because of a house.
Traffic on Anna Maria Island was a bit backed up Wednesday morning, not because of tourists, but because of a house.
Efforts underway to revive Crystal River Historic Cemetery from decades of flooding, neglect
Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery was established in 1884 as one of the area’s earliest burial sites for Black residents.
Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery was established in 1884 as one of the area’s earliest burial sites for Black residents.
Shrimpers for life: A Tampa legacy on the line
The Versaggi family has been a pillar of the Tampa shrimping industry for over a century, with four generations now dedicated to the business.
The Versaggi family has been a pillar of the Tampa shrimping industry for over a century, with four generations now dedicated to the business.
Florida Holocaust Museum reopens Tuesday. Here's a look at what's new
More than a year after closing for $8 million in upgrades, the Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg officially reopened on Tuesday. Holocaust survivors and their families cut the ribbon on Tuesday.
More than a year after closing for $8 million in upgrades, the Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg officially reopened on Tuesday. Holocaust survivors and their families cut the ribbon on Tuesday.
Demolition of Tampa's Robles Park Village slated to make way for new mixed-income community
Robles Park Village, a low-income housing community in Tampa, is set to be demolished starting September 15.
Robles Park Village, a low-income housing community in Tampa, is set to be demolished starting September 15.
Florida Holocaust Museum reopens next week with new exhibits, safety measures
Four local Holocaust survivors tell their stories as visitors ask questions at the new "Dimensions in Testimony" exhibit at the Florida Holocaust Museum.
Four local Holocaust survivors tell their stories as visitors ask questions at the new "Dimensions in Testimony" exhibit at the Florida Holocaust Museum.
Unmarked graves feared as development looms beside historic Tampa cemetery
The historically designated Marti Colón Cemetery in West Tampa is known as the final resting place of many of the pioneers of the city. But for years, neighborhood activists have voiced concerns that the one-acre, grassy property next to it also deserves recognition.
The historically designated Marti Colón Cemetery in West Tampa is known as the final resting place of many of the pioneers of the city. But for years, neighborhood activists have voiced concerns that the one-acre, grassy property next to it also deserves recognition.
Amazing memorabilia collection to be auctioned locally
Tampa Businessman Phil Alessi, Jr. has decided to sell most of his extensive collection of signed memorabilia from sports and entertainment figures.
Tampa Businessman Phil Alessi, Jr. has decided to sell most of his extensive collection of signed memorabilia from sports and entertainment figures.
Historic Jackson House sets date for choosing firm to lead construction efforts
Crews are racing to make emergency repairs to the historic Jackson House in downtown Tampa after part of its side collapsed over the weekend.
Crews are racing to make emergency repairs to the historic Jackson House in downtown Tampa after part of its side collapsed over the weekend.
Tampa City Council helps clear big hurdle toward preserving the historic Jackson House
The Jackson House is a dilapidated structure with almost 125 years of history, and it is moving forward with restoration efforts for the historic landmark.
The Jackson House is a dilapidated structure with almost 125 years of history, and it is moving forward with restoration efforts for the historic landmark.
Sarasota hotel, one owned by a dog, demolished
The Sandcastle Resort on Lido Beach in Sarasota was built in 1953.
The Sandcastle Resort on Lido Beach in Sarasota was built in 1953.
Restoration, renovation project on historic Tampa Union Station begins this summer
Greeting train passengers on and off since 1912, Tampa Union Station will receive some interior and exterior care over the next year as part of a multi-million-dollar renovation and restoration project.
Greeting train passengers on and off since 1912, Tampa Union Station will receive some interior and exterior care over the next year as part of a multi-million-dollar renovation and restoration project.