Kids With Cancer Have Specialized School In Brandon: Report

A school that serves children who have cancer opened Wednesday in Brandon. Its founder lost her son to Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma 25 years ago.

Free Summer Passport Program For Brandon Kids

The Summer Passport Program will provide one to two weeks of camp for kids ages 6 to 14 at no cost to families.

Seffner Residents Question Plan For Playground At Passive Park

Hillsborough County will host an open house to discuss building a regional-sized playground in the Seffner-Mango area.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

County To Dedicate Progress Village Playground

The playground at the Emanuel P. Johnson Recreation Center, 5855 S. 78th St. in Tampa, is designed for kids of all abilities.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

In case of emergency: Understand your health care options

Learn where to go before an emergency happens and the differences in cost

Keep Your Children Safe In The Water; County Offers Free Lessons

This is the fourth summer the Children's Board has offered a free mobile water safety program.

Dying Florida Teen's Last Wish Is To Marry High School Sweetheart

19-year-old Dustin Snyder was given weeks to live and he wants to spend them with the person who's been there for him throughout.

Traffic, Not Kids, Most Stressful Part of Holiday Road Trip: Poll

Nearly 2 in 3 parents say traffic is the most stressful part of the family road trip, a Harris Poll found.

Hillsborough County Summer Camp Signups Start Soon

Hillsborough County parents hoping to sign their kids up for summer camp can do so soon.

HCC Hosts STEM, Robotics Summer Camps

Three skill levels of technology camps available for middle and high school students.

Why Ebooks Will Never Be as Good as Real Books

Before you jump on the latest trend, discover why real books may be better for your kids.

30 Hot Days, 30 Lost Children: Season For Hot-Car Deaths Arrives

More commonly than many realize, children are left in hot cars to fend for themselves, and the outcomes are often tragic.

Watch: Robert Downey Jr. Delivers Bionic Arm to Adorable Boy

The ‘Iron Man’ star delivered the new arm courtesy of the University of Central Florida’s Limbitless Solutions.

Florida Strawberry Festival 2015: What You Need to Know

The annual event opened Thursday morning with festivities planned through March 8.

Easter Egg-Stravaganza!

FREE Easter Egg Hunt and Entertainment

Hero Dog Who Took 2 Bullets During Home Invasion Expected to Recover

Legend is living up to his name.

Florida Mom Delivers Baby Boy on Expressway

The newborn just couldn’t wait to get to the hospital.

Watch: Tim Tebow Pays Off Shoppers' Layaway Accounts

The former NFL quarterback created quite a stir at an Orlando Walmart Sunday.

Celebrating Tampa Bay's Veterans

We want to hear about the heroes in your life.

Florida Pastor Preaches for More than 53 Hours Straight

He bested the standing Guinness World Record.

Hillsborough Firefighter Helps Save 4 in Bradenton

He spotted a Saturday morning blaze on his way into work.

Ice Bucket Challenge Has Florida ALS Donations Pouring In

The viral stunt has been paying off for the state’s chapter of the ALS Association.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

At The Korean War Memorial Dedication In Tampa

A video and pictorial look at the July 27, 2103 dedication ceremony of the newly opened Korean War Memorial at Veterans Memorial Park in Tampa.

Behind The Tears Of An 84-Year-Old Soldier And His Wife

Tears of joy and sadness marked the end of the Korean War 60 years ago. So, too, today, at the Korean War Memorial dedication ceremony in Tampa.