Lifestyle

Tony Kerns was participating in a 5K in Safety Harbor when he collapsed in sudden cardiac arrest on Feb. 2. Luckily, a nurse running behind him immediately began to administer CPR. The Sunstar Paramedics special events team arrived within seconds and defibrillated Tony, which brought back a normal heart rhythm.

For Dustin Thomas, getting dentures from the St. Petersburg Free Clinic means feeling comfortable standing in front of a classroom.

Fans of locally grown produce at St. Petersburg’s Saturday Morning Market have a new way to get their fresh fix without traveling downtown every weekend.

Looking to explore new styles of art? You’ll want to check out St. Petersburg-based artist Adam Graham’s solo exhibition, “de/territories” at Studio@620.

What better way to combat the approaching heat waves than with a fun and icy science experience? Here are a few simple and easy experiments that will keep your child engaged and learning this summer.

Alaska is known for rugged mountains, towering glaciers, wildlife, knockout views and its eight national parks. Here are some of our favorites:

Did you know there’s a better place than the trash for that rotten apple? At least that’s what one St. Petersburg Free Clinic volunteer shared back in 2018, which led to a partnership with the Foundation for Sustainable Families.

A new destination in downtown St. Petersburg is one step closer to opening. Over-water construction on the St. Pete Pier is complete, meaning the decks and 425 pilings that carry people to the Pier Head are finished.

Chico the Chihuahua arrived at the SPCA Tampa Bay Veterinary Center after injuring his two front legs. He needed splints for his fractures and many vet visits, but his owners didn’t have the ability to provide this care.

Tampa Bay Businesses for Culture & the Arts is awarding a total of $17,500 to seven local students through the Charlie Hounchell Art Stars Scholarship program.

The “U Drive – U Text – U Pay” campaign brings awareness to the dangers of distracted driving. In Florida, there are two proposed bills that would make texting while driving a primary offense, meaning you could be pulled over for it.

The iconic Tampa Theatre is known for movie classics and indie films, but it offers entertainment beyond the movies. For example, you can catch singer Joe Jackson, former first daughter Jenna Bush Hager and novelist Carl Hiaasen this month.

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I agreed to go on a weekend yoga retreat with my sister in central Colorado. Turns out, it was the perfect opportunity to unwind.

The season for poolside get-togethers with friends and family is quickly approaching, and with it, the need for parents and caregivers to keep water safety top of mind.

A varied menu and vibrant atmosphere at Mole y Abuela make this new restaurant a must-try spot in Tampa’s North Franklin Historic District. On a recent Friday night, the restaurant and rooftop bar were still humming past midnight.

In “A Feast for the Eyes: European Masterpieces from the Grasset Collection,” the new exhibition of old master paintings at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, look for hidden meanings.

Recycling is an important part of conservation, but that alone won’t solve our planet’s pollution issues. Small changes can have a positive impact on the environment.

The Carter G. Woodson African American Museum in St. Petersburg annually honors local “first ladies” in African American history who broke barriers. These women will be honored on April 28.

Hernando County is well known for the Weeki Wachee mermaids. But Tampa’s northern neighbor offers much more than a single, popular tourist destination.

Do you want surprises delivered to your doorstep monthly? From coffee and snacks to personalized beauty products and books, these subscription boxes will brighten your month:

Volunteering can be a fun way to reconnect with your family throughout the year. Here are some tips for successful family projects.

While you’re getting ready to start spring cleaning, it’s also a good time to make kitchen upgrades. Small but impactful updates can add value and make a home more appealing to buyers when the time comes to sell.

Ya La’ford’s art installation at Tempus Projects in Seminole Heights is an experience involving light, shapes and positive and negative spaces. The local artist, who has exhibited in Europe, Asia and Africa, is known for geometric visuals, but this is unlike anything before.

Accidents happen to everyone, including our pets. It’s important to keep a pet first-aid kit in your home in case of emergency.

Here are our favorite apps to make travel easier, more affordable and more fun.

Tampa Jesuit High School grad Clark Bulleit recently garnered the Wall Street Journal’s attention because he custom-designed a brace for a fellow Duke University football player.

Traveling to another country is exciting, but there are a lot of factors to consider before booking an international flight.

Parents across America continue to worry about the apps their children and teens download. Here are two apps that can give parents peace of mind.

French jewelry designer Jean Schlumberger created some of the most beautiful jewelry of the 20th century. The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is currently showcasing his genius, and there will be a rare opportunity Sunday, March 17 to take an in-depth look at Schlumberger’s life.

Cats and dogs might immediately come to mind as a family pet, but they aren’t always the best fit for every family. Not every family has the time or space to care for a cat or dog.