Crystal River mechanic in his 80s still working on airplanes
Little Mike Crowell Jr. has been working on airplanes since the 1960s, and nothing seems to be stopping him. Crowell became a mechanic in ’63, and since then, he has…
Four-wheel motocross draws racer despite risks
Motocross comes with serious risks, but for one racer, the injuries haven’t been enough to stop. Nick Carelli knows the sound of an engine just as well as he knows…
Real hope for food insecurity brings people to Real Hope
The Bell Shoals Baptist Church Real Hope House has been spreading food and gospel alike to those in need. Latike Morris leads this effort and has grown close with her…
Buddy Baseball coaching gratifies USF student
USF sophomore Aiden Morales spends his Saturdays a little bit different than most college students. After working with the Buddy Baseball program for four years, Morales wouldn’t trade the experience…
The gatekeeper of campus sports news for the Oracle
Every sports story that reaches the public from the USF Oracle passes through Mithil Vyas’ decision first. The sports editor That responsibility comes with pressure. Vyas, a public relations student…
Self-proclaimed ‘sports hater’ goes to a game for the first time
Liam Salb despises the idea of watching a game of sports. “I much prefer indoor activities, sports has just never resonated with me the way it has with others,” he…
InEd Studios at USF provides hands-on production learning for students
Students at the Zimmerman School are gaining real-world media experience through internships at InEd Studios, where hands-on training is helping them build skills beyond the classroom. In his time in…
Carnival museum hosts memorabilia from the big top’s heyday
The Carnival World Museum in Gibsonton is a one-of-a-kind spot that features photos from years of traveling shows in America and fun memorabilia from carnivals and circuses of the past.…
USF student loves the ‘chaos’ of a full plate
Health sciences student, sorority member, Red Bull employee, volunteer for the health andwellness center, executive board member of a student association and EMT certified. SophiaKaklias carries a list of roles…
Sushi chef proud of food, of course, but more gratified by community he creates
Christopher Stout, a sushi chef of more than 20 years, talks about his experiences of owning a restaurant for 3 years, Isekai Sushi in Citrus Park. From the positives and…