Through their online programs, the nonprofit Autism Shifts offers specialized training to individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and caregivers, helping to shift their understanding of the diagnosis and to provide a path to a more joyful future. The team at Autism Shifts has experienced this training first-hand and is proof that the programs work. Sarina Fazan takes a closer look at the virtual programs that are now enrolling and what the Autism Shifts team is doing today to shift the future of autism.
Read MoreEduardo and Christine Juarez, just celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary. They’ve had a lot of great times and tough times, but this year, a test of strength they never imagined. They now have oxygen machines in their home just to help them breathe after both of them were diagnosed with the coronavirus.
The couple received convalescent plasma donations through OneBlood. They said it saved their lives and now they are determined to pay it forward.
Read MoreYou’ve heard the saying, “Be the change you want to be in the world.” One Tampa family is putting those words into action. This is the story of Vicky, Pier, and Gabbi Westra, from an autism diagnosis to the foundation of their nonprofit, Autism Shifts – and their ultimate goal to create a worldwide shift in perspectives on autism.
Read MoreKathy Casey-Kirschling extraordinary distinction has gotten her a lot of attention through the years,. Cameras even captured when she applied for retirement benefits and now Casey-Kirshling hopes her national recognition will shed light on another cause, blood donations.
Read More#LetsSpreadKindnes today! What a local company is doing to #StartSpreadingKindness. Tag them on social media as you share acts of kindness in your community. And, if you know someone who needs some kindness, please let us know!
Read MoreWhat do Former Professional Boxer and Personal Trainer Paul Simpson, Young Athlete Palmer Bahlow, and Former Baseball Player and Coach Randy Bahlow have in common? All of these athletes are doing what it takes to win, and that includes wearing CORESHORTS™.
The patented compression shorts are age-defying, providing the necessary support to improve performance at all levels and to prevent injury.
Read MoreIn our continuing coverage of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis, Sarina Fazan takes a closer look at how this pandemic is affecting our children. She talks to seven Tampa Bay area kids, ranging from a second-grader to a high school freshman, about their thoughts on the virus and its impact on their lives.
Read MoreIn our continuing coverage of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Sarina Fazan speaks with COVID-19 survivor Zach Nicolaos and OneBlood employee Vivienne Ceesay about how they are coming together to make a difference.
Read MoreThe Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis has affected us on many levels, from our health to our financial stability. As part of our continuing coverage of COVID-19, Sarina Fazan talks with David Duquette, a local financial advisor and the founder of Impact Medical Advisors, about the financial impacts of the pandemic. David offers great advice to make before making any changes or decisions regarding your finances.
Read MoreIf you have ever wondered about boudoir photography, it’s time to pull back the curtain. Sarina Fazan takes you inside a photoshoot with professional photographer Andi A. Diamond to learn about this romantic and sensual photographic style, which really focuses on loving yourself and your body.
Read MoreEmmy award winning journalist Sarina Fazan is often in front of the camera as a Tampa personality and national commentator. But, this time, crews wanted to feature her daughter, Sammie.
Read MoreIn our continuing coverage of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Sarina Fazan interviews Jean-Paul Chavez, a dentist in Dade County who was diagnosed with COVID-19 in early March and is now a convalescent plasma donor.
Read MoreIn our continuing coverage of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Sarina Fazan takes a closer look at what Big Storm Brewing Company is doing to support local business and to keep people employed during this pandemic.
Read MoreMeet a Tampa Bay OneBlood Donor on a Mission to Save Lives
Read MoreMarcos Lopez started with a dream more than 20 years ago. I had a chance to speak with him about his business, Embassy Limousine and Sedan Service.
Read MoreIn our continuing coverage of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis, Sarina Fazan interviews Judge Nick Nazaretian of the 13th Judicial Circuit about mission-critical courtrooms and what that means for Hillsborough county.
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