Alligator mating season begins in Florida
TAMPA – Alligators in Florida are beginning to mate as the weather warms. Male alligators start attracting females in April and mate from May through June. Gators tend to be…
A surge in shark encounters threatens boaters along the Gulf
ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. — Reports of aggressive shark encounters have increased in the Gulf, making boaters and swimmers worried. These sharks are reportedly aggressive, attacking not only people but…
Loft 181 lends a hand to girls in need
LUTZ, FL – Loft 181’s impact extends beyond its walls. The boutique offers clothes to sex trafficking victims and foster children. Workers guide girls through their selection and help curate…
Jaw-Dropping sand sculptures unveiling the sands of time masterpieces
Sixteen professional sand sculptors from various corners of the world have converged to bring to life the much-anticipated “Sands of Time” exhibition. Housed in a vast 21,000-square-foot structure, this year…
Tampa Bay SPCA Shelters hope you have a “Fur-Ever” Home to share
All pocket pet adoption fees are being waived at SPCA shelters until Sunday, March 31. The SPCA urgently needs help finding loving homes for these pets. The SPCA’s marketing specialist,…
Clearing the air: Expert strategies to conquer Florida’s pollen invasion
Florida residents are facing a tough season as pollen counts soar to unprecedented levels. According to Dr. Richard Lockey oak tree pollen is the primary culprit behind allergy flare-ups from…
South Florida is working to make spring break safer
Law enforcement is placing stronger safety measures in crowded places. Florida is saying no more following last year’s episodes of gun violence in Miami. Governor Ron Desantis said there will…
Alabama takes action to protect IVF procedures
TAMPA – Alabama has moved to protect access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) services after a recent court ruling threatened to halt fertility treatment in the state. “In vitro fertilization”…
Local animal rescues take action after an increase in dog dumping
Tampa has experienced a recent increase in owners leaving their unwanted dogs on the side of streets and other places around Tampa. This increase has led to possible solutions to…
Uber reveals new feature for teens
TAMPA – Parents can now add their children ages 13 to 17 to their Uber account to allow them to request rides. The feature also allows for live trip tracking,…