Some shelters report uptick in surrendered animals after the holidays but national orgs say that's not a trend
Many local shelters reported an uptick in surrendered animals after the holidays, but national organizations say that gifted animals don't pose a higher risk of abandonment.
Preparations for New Year’s Eve celebration underway in Orlando
Now is the time to plan ahead and give yourself some extra time to get where you need to go tonight.
Florida man's hand partially severed after lighting firework inside truck, deputies say
Authorities believe that the victim lit the firework while holding it inside the truck. It exploded in the victim's hand, causing significant injury. Hospital staff reportedly said that his hand may be amputated.
Florida charity will use your Christmas tree to make canes for veterans
Do you have a Christmas tree that you need to dispose of?
Christmas miracle: Man reunited with beloved dog missing for 5 months just in time for holiday
Four days before Christmas, an Ohio man got the best gift he could have asked for when his beloved silver lab, Lucy, was returned to him after five months of being lost.
Texas man who transforms leftover Christmas trees into canes for veterans receives 1,000 donations
A central Texas man was overwhelmed by the response after he put out a call asking his local community to donate their leftover Christmas trees to him instead of throwing them out so that he could turn them into canes for veterans in need.
Here’s what you can do with your Christmas tree after the holidays
There's many ways you can re-purpose your Christmas tree after the holidays.
Christmas and New Year's Day fall in the middle of the work week this year, but 2020 looks much better
It's been hard to focus between Christmas and New Year's Day, as both holidays fall in the middle of two work weeks.
It's time to get rid of your Christmas tree, fire officials say
Christmas tree fires are among the deadliest type of household fires, officials said.
Disney World to live stream New Year's Eve fireworks show from Magic Kingdom
If you can't make it to 'The Most Magical Place on Earth' to ring in 2020, no worries: you'll be able to watch Disney World's New Year's Eve fireworks from wherever you are.
Christmas comes to an end but crowds continue holiday shopping
Christmas may be over but holiday shopping is not.
Secret Santa Operation: Police officers gift over $5,000 to Florida citizens for Christmas
For the third year in a row, Ocala police officers gave money to citizens to help with their holiday needs.
Don't leave pricey gift boxes by curb after Christmas, police warn
Police are warning residents not to leave empty boxes for expensive gifts by the curb after Christmas.
Residents, tourists spend Christmas in Florida at the beach and movies
Movie theaters and the beach are always open for fun on Christmas Day.
Holiday shopping season isn't over for consumers
Holiday shopping doesn’t end with Christmas. While many stores are closed for the holiday, experts say many stores will be packed the day after Christmas.
Non-profit group gives foster children an unforgettable Christmas experience in Central Florida
The non-profit group took 180 foster children to various entertainment spots in Central Florida, including Fun Spot Orlando and Gaylord Palms.
'This is a family': First responders across Central Florida work on Christmas
Firefighters in Ocala worked a 24-hour shift on the holiday.
Florida woman makes Christmas ornaments for fallen law enforcement officers
The woman has made more than 300 ornaments, which carry the names of police officers killed in the line of duty.
PHOTOS: Tallahassee hospital dresses up newborns for Christmas
Nurses at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare posted photos to Facebook of their newest arrivals all decked out for the holidays.
Walgreen’s, CVS, Starbucks: These brands stay open on Christmas Day
Even though it’s Christmas, many stores and restaurants are staying open to meet your last-second shopping or food needs. While some major brands aren’t open today – including Target, Walmart and Best Buy – the following retailers may be just what you’re looking for.