Holidays

The Safe Children Coalition created the Foster Angels Program for families who need help in fulfilling those holiday wish lists. The coalition operates in Sarasota, DeSoto and Manatee Counties.

After a brutal hurricane season, Christmas tree farmers could be feeling the pinch this holiday season.

Retailers are warning Americans to be vigilant about their packages and not let porch pirates steal the holiday spirit,

Code Switch weighs in on preparing for difficult political conversations and when to draw the line and uninvite yourself from that family potluck.

As the Day of the Dead approaches, families across Southwest Florida are preparing to honor their loved ones. One local restaurant is embracing this historic tradition in a musical way.

To mitigate the risk of accidents, doctors say pedestrians and drivers should stay alert and exercise extra caution. Wearing safe costumes and avoiding open flames for decorations are also must-dos.

One Jewish community has faced serious challenges in the wake of Hurricane Milton—flooding, damaged homes, even a house fire. But as Yom Kippur approaches, Rabbi Simon Jacobson says the community is pressing forward.

The 35th Annual Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce Christmas Boat Parade took to the waters to kick off the holiday season after having to cancel last year due to Hurricane Ian.

Gulf Coast Symphony’s theater department delivers an encore production of the Southwest Florida-centric musical revue “Snowbird Follies.”

In 2010, Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin adapted Elf the Movie into a Broadway production. Ever since, the musical has been a beloved addition to community theater schedules around the world. It's on stage at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theater now through Christmas Day. But what makes this production so magical is its quest for personal identity, connection and purpose.