Why learning hands only CPR is important
Seminole County Fire Lieutenants Dave Williams and Jose Neluna tell us why learning hands only CPR can be truly life saving, explain the basics of how it is properly done and where you can sign up to be certified.
Port Orange Police volunteer turns 100
Mary Wittmeyer was stunned walking into the Port Orange Police Department for what she thought would be a quick meeting. Instead, it was a birthday party for her in a room filled with local leaders, her fellow Volunteers in Policing Services (known as VIPS) and there was another surprise on her 100th Birthday.
Member of victim advocate unit honored with award
Linmary Green, a member of the Seminole County Sheriff's Office's victim advocate unit, was honored with a FOX 35 35 Care Award.
Lady Lake PD honors officer's life saving efforts
The FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing Sgt. Heather Couch, after she helped save a life during a deadly shooting. Her actions have earned her a medal.
Southern Cross Service Dogs
A West Orange County company is training dogs to be of service to military veterans.
First responders honored for Hurricane Ian efforts
Orange County first responders were honored for their efforts to rescue people during Hurricane Ian.
Medal of Valor awarded in response to deadly fire
While people were running out of a massive warehouse fire in Orlando, firefighters ran inside. The deadly fire in 2022 claimed the lives of four people.
Firefighter awarded for response to warehouse fire
FOX 35 spoke to an Orange County fire lieutenant who was awarded with a medal of valor for his response to a deadly warehouse fire.
Boy gifted with new bike after his was stolen
Community members in Central Florida stepped up to gift 9-year-old Frankie Stewart with a new bicycle and a shed to keep it in after his original bike, which was a Christmas gift, was stolen from him.
Volunteers upgrade local couple's home
A local couple got help from the community when volunteers cleaned up their yard and upgraded their outdoor living space through Rebuilding Together.
Florida student athlete honored with national award
David Hull, a student-athlete at Trinity Prep, was honored for his leadership both on and off the field.
Trinity Prep student receives national award
A junior at Winter Park's Trinity Prep has been gifted the "National Making a Difference On and Off the Field" award.
Deputies save grandma, child from sinking car
Deputies in Flagler County were honored with a FOX 35 Care Force award for rescuing a grandmother and a child from a sinking car.
MLK Day of Service
Central Florida celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Locals are honoring the late civil rights icon with a day of service.
FOX 35 Care Force: Using Slurpee's to connect
A Winter Park officer is being highlighted for her unique approach to engaging with the community
Annual Jingle Bell Run kicks off in Baldwin Park
FOX 35's Matt Trezza speaks with participants at the Jingle Bell run in Baldwin Park.
Orange County Mayor's Toy Drive 2023
The FOX 35 Care Force has teamed up with the Orange County Mayor's Toy Drive to help bring holiday cheer to children within the community. Here's how you can help donate to families in need.
Honoring Oviedo SRO Ashley Pierce
FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing one officer going above and beyond the call of duty to help spread some holiday cheer. Lawton Chiles Middle School Resource Officer Ashley Pierce has made it her mission every year for the past five years to organize a food drive for Thanksgiving baskets. This year, 45 families benefited from the generosity.
FOX 35 Shop and Drop
David Martin speaks with Orange County firefighters, Santa, and other participants at the FOX 35 Care Force Shop and Drop event.
Helping families with babies in NICU
A local family is helping others who may have a baby in the NICU.