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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — About 3,000 people marked the Fourth of July by taking part in the annual St. Pete Pier Run in St. Petersburg, an event, organizers…
Read more Thousands kick off Fourth of July at St. Pete Pier RunCITRUS COUNTY, Fla. — Crystal River is offering a July 4th event on Saturday in the city’s town square, leading up to fireworks over Kings Bay that night. The…
Read more Crystal River plans 4th of July fireworks bashPOLK COUNTY, Fla. — Lakeland will hold its Red White and Kaboom event on Friday along Lake Mirror, bringing the community together for Fourth of July celebrations a…
Read more Lakeland celebrates Fourth of July early with Red White and Kaboom eventThe Fourth of July is a day for coming together to celebrate our nation’s birthday! However, some may remember it for the historical weather events that have taken…
Read more A look back at history-making weather events on July FourthNEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — Could New Port Richey, Florida have rivaled Hollywood? About 100 years ago, one man thought so. His name was George Sims, and he…
Read more Could New Port Richey have been the next Hollywood? One Man Thought SoPALMETTO, Fla. — Palmetto’s oyster restoration project is showing new growth in the Manatee River, where scientists are tracking reef development each month to measure its potential effect…
Read more What Palmetto’s oyster restoration project means for Manatee River healthCITRUS COUNTY, Fla. — UPDATE: The roadways that were closed due to flooding have reopened. Previous Story: Officials with the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday that several roads throughout…
Read more Roadways reopen in Citrus County after heavy rains caused floodingFrom splash pads and science stops to art days, animals and air-conditioned adventures, these Tampa Bay picks keep summer fun moving without requiring the same plan twice. Get…
Read more 8 Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Tampa Bay This JulyST. PETE BEACH, Fla. — Loggerhead sea turtle nests on St. Pete Beach are down by 50% this season, which could be blamed on a number of contributing…
Read more St. Pete Beach considers new rules to protect sea turtle nestsIf you’ve hunted for an apartment in Jersey City, you know the routine. You pick a building, search for reviews, and then try to make sense of wildly…
Read more Liberty Harbor Reviews: Reading Between the Lines When Researching Jersey City ApartmentsFLORIDA NEWSWIRE (TAMPA, Fla.) — Jabber Jaw Kids Toothpaste, LLC is proud to announce the launch of Smile Paint™, a revolutionary, one-of-a-kind child’s toothbrushing concept, designed to transform…
Read more New ‘Smile Paint’ is a Play-Based Toothpaste Concept That Turns Toothbrushing into a Creative AdventureBY Spectrum News Staff Tampa UPDATED 10:30 AM ET Jun. 25, 2026 PUBLISHED 2:56 PM ET Jun. 09, 2026 PUBLISHED 2:56 PM EDT Jun. 09, 2026 Spectrum News…
Read more Guide to 4th of July fireworks, events across Tampa BayORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic entered the second round of the NBA Draft on Wednesday night with one pick, No. 46, their only selection in the 2026…
Read more Magic move down in 2nd round of NBA Draft, select USF’s NelsonLAKE WALES, Fla. — People will soon be able to grab a drink to go in downtown Lake Wales. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis recently signed a bill allowing…
Read more Lake Wales secures state approval for open-container districtPALM HARBOR, Fla. — Get ready for a royal British scandal, a mail-order house plan and a money-making ladder business. All this and more can be found at…
Read more A glimpse into the past at the Palm Harbor MuseumPASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park in Pasco County is now part of ‘Road Trip Florida,’ the Florida Department of Transportation’s celebration of America 250.…
Read more Pasco County park featured in FDOT’s America 250 road tripThe summer solstice occurs this week across the northern hemisphere, marking the longest day of the year and the official start of astronomical summer. What You Need To…
Read more It’s the first full day of summerDADE CITY, Fla. — An organization with a storied past is celebrating a big milestone this year. The Dade City Woman’s Club recently celebrated the 100th anniversary of its…
Read more Dade City Woman’s Club celebrates 100 years of historic clubhouseThe remnants of Arthur are gone as the system pushed off the Eastern Seaboard on Friday. What You Need To Know Arthur formed in the western Gulf, just…
Read more The aftereffects of Arthur continue to be felt ithis weekendSAFETY HARBOR, Fla. — Descendants of Odet Philippe gathered at Philippe Park in Safety Harbor for their annual family reunion, continuing a tradition that family members said has…
Read more Descendants honor Pinellas County settler’s family history at Philippe Park
