We know that Tampa Bay is special and a big part of what makes this area an amazing place to live is the people. We’re introducing you to kids and adults whose stories you should know. This is not a ‘pay for play’ list like those published by some other sites and magazines. We are simply featuring people who are doing incredible things in our community and deserve the recognition. Let’s dive in and meet your extraordinary Tampa Bay neighbors!
Every once in a while a child is called to make a big difference in a very short time, because that is all they are given. We remember Taylor for how she lived and learn more about her through her mother, Alexa Parker.
You may recognize this mother of beautiful birthday bashes, creative costuming and idyllic ideas: Diana Blinkhorn @mrsblinks
Every Monday, I assemble a rotating panel of moms from diverse backgrounds and in different stages of parenting for ” Maggie and the Moms “
Bright and joyful statement accessories are every little girls’ dream…but a bright and joyful accessories business? Meet Little Miss Emily.
St. Petersburg mom Elisha Bixler has a sweet job. Her company, How’s Your Day Honey, bloomed from her passion for bees, beekeeping and honey.
Miles Fetherston-Resch is known locally for ocean conservation through his Kids Saving Oceans nonprofit organization.
My journey with Miles started when he was 18 months old. He was diagnosed with SMA, which is a rare neuromuscular condition.
As April captures the most important holiday on the Greek Orthodox church calendar, it is the perfect time to meet these three moms to know
The Tampa mom talks about her children’s books written to help civilian families understand military family life, ‘The Military Child Chronicles’.
When Frozen the Musical’s Jeremy Morse isn’t playing the Duke of Weselton on stage, he’s navigating parenthood as a new dad.
Joshua and Jordan launched JL Fun Colorz, a custom crayon business that offers allergy friendly products that all children can safely enjoy.
Sara Roman | University Area Community Development Corporation and iCommunity Multiservices | International Women’s Day is March 8
Since April 2019, Delanie has raised over $34K for organizations and nonprofit rescues that directly benefit animals in the Tampa Bay area.
On Jan. 6, 2021, after about four hours in the operating room, Wilfre had his new heart, and second chance at life.
With a booming business that reaches across the U.S., Libertiny of Savvy Jack Wear is sure to make history in the fashion world.
Unless he takes his shirt off to reveal his scars, you’d never know that he was born with the congenital heart defect tetralogy of Fallot.
The Gasparilla parades are deeply engrained traditions for many local families dating back generations. We recently spoke with Maiken Stefany of EventFest whose family has helped put on the parades each year since 1985.
Gasparilla’s roots run deep in Tampa dating back generations to 1904 when the very first ‘invasion’ was concocted as a way to promote the city
Julie Tingley’s latest venture, Wee Macree, continues uplifting others by donating 40% of the sales of each child’s shirt to a nonprofit
“Her outlook for a healthy life is a good one, thanks to the team at Johns Hopkins All Children’s,” her mother says.
Carolynn Smith-Jones, owner of 7 Marketing + PR, has rebuilt her life from the ground up. Follow her journey, struggles, and faith!
Maggie Rodriguez interviews Roo Powell, a child advocate who disguises herself as a teenager to nab online predators
Shaq Barrett Tampa Bay Bucs’ linebacker and his wife Jordanna Barrett – share life lessons on perseverance, character, family & teamwork.
Social Entrepreneur Kristen Brown talks about TRIBE Seminole Heights, an after school program which serves 1,800 families and 2,500 students
Zach Bogosian is BACK and we’re sitting down with the Tampa Bay Lightning player to learn more about life off the ice as a parent and his return to the team.
If you asked someone what the heck a social media influencer was 10 years ago, they’d probably think you were crazy. (Remember those old school Facebook status updates…or worse…MySpace?) My oh my how time has changed! Social media influencers play a big role in many of our lives. Maybe their posts will inspire a…
Don’t miss a minute! We’re sharing all of the recent episodes of Maggie and the Moms. You can also watch Mondays on Daytime at 10 am.
Maggie Rodriguez, a monthly contributor to our magazine, has forged a new, more flexible career path as the co-host of Daytime on WFLA.
Meet Kelly Hawaii and her husband Parosh, launched their business Lufka Refillables Zero Waste Store right here in Tampa!
Will Gholston became a father and an NFL player at the same time. Eight years and three kids later, he’s mastered both roles.
Fox & Friends co-host Ainsley Earhardt is heading to Tampa Bay with many of her other Fox News Channel hosts for the inaguaral Patriot Awards. She’s sharing more about motherhood, faith and focus at work.
KNOW Tribe members and Jackson in Action 83 Foundation (JIA83), Jackson and Gorrell have worked together with military families since 2012.
It’s a new season for Dan Girardi and his family. The former Tampa Bay Lightning player recently retired from the NHL and shares what life is like after pro hockey.
In Tampa, Gasparilla is a way of life. Below deck, there’s more to Gasparilla than beads. Gasparilla is family. Gasparilla is friends. Gasparilla is a treasure chest of memories and treasure trove replete with tradition.
We’re introducing you to local mom of two, Delilah Dawson, an acclaimed author who not only wrote a novel based on Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, but also created a character you can meet at the park!
We met with Mike Evans of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and his gorgeous family to talk about football, fatherhood and philanthropy.
Former CBS network news anchor Maggie Rodriguez shares her journey of transitioning from a fast paced career in the newsroom to life at home with her kids in Tampa Bay.
WTSP 10 News, the Tampa Bay area CBS affiliate recenlty experienced a BABY BOOM with several members of the team welcoming new bundles of joy at the same time!
Gerald McCoy of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and his wife Ebony share what life is like off the field as a family of seven in Tampa Bay!
Have you thought about the big screen for your little one? A Tampa Bay family shares their journey in making it in the biz as a child actor.
As my high school sweetheart and I prepare to celebrate 12 years of marriage just before Father’s Day, I am honored to shine a spotlight on my hard-working husband, Brooks Boyette, new business owner. For Brooks and me, home was always Tampa. This is where we met, where we grew up and where we…
Dr. George Jallo is a renowned neurosurgeon for All Children’s Hospital John Hopkins Medicine in St Petersburg, but his success wasn’t preordained. “I was born in Bethlehem, and my family (parents and 2 brothers) immigrated to northern New Jersey when I was 5. Our family did not speak any English but we learned fast as young children watching TV and attending school. My grades in first 2-3 years were poor-fair, and teachers had reservations about my potential. There were discussions to hold me back a year, but fortunately I was allowed to stay with my peers.”
Tampa became his home in 2015 when he moved here to become the Medical Director of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital. He and his wife Marina have three children, Astrid (26), Ingrid (23), and Christopher (18).
Meet Evan — Nicholson and Penelope’s dad, Suzanne’s husband, and Howard and Elaine’s son. This senior director of marketing for Checkers and Rally’s Restaurants loves calling the Tampa Bay area home, relocating from NYC 7½ years ago!
Kimberly Guy is president of both St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital and St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital in Tampa. She moved to Tampa in 2005 to begin her career at St. Joseph’s, which is part of the BayCare Health System. “I feel very fortunate for the opportunity to have a positive impact on the health and well-being…
Marne Sutten and her husband met in Germany during a military exercise and have been married for almost eight years. They were married in Reykjavik, Iceland, in a civil service to ensure they would be stationed together upon moving back to the United States. Their official wedding with friends and family took place at the…
Sharona Ross, MD, describes herself as “a 43 year old woman who wanted it all!” All included becoming a surgeon and having four children. Born and raised in Israel, she had to join the military immediately after high school. She says her military service prepared her well for her life today.
At just 7, Madison Cavanaugh has endured more than her youth belies. She battled cancer at age 4, enduring chemotherapy for two years. Now cancer free, she says she is trying to “fit in everything I missed out on when I was sick.” She’s a Girl Scout, and takes dance lessons and plays softball. “I really enjoy being around other people.” While she still visits All Children’s Hospital every other month to “make sure I am OK,” Madison sees a bright future ahead.
Darci Glazer Kassewitz Darcie Glazer Kassewitz is passionate about helping others. As co-president of the Glazer Family Foundation, established in 1999, she is dedicated to improving the lives of residents across the Tampa Bay area. The foundation is dedicated to assisting charitable and educational causes in the West Central Florida region. It works with youth…
