America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
Local flag maker selling America 250 flags ahead of milestone anniversary
Tampa's role in the Industrial Revolution: Cigars, cattle, and a port that changed everything
Filmmakers race to make sure images aren’t only evidence Florida panther existed
Mosley Homestead offers rare glimpse into East Hillsborough County's past as the U.S. marks 250
New Americans in Tampa Bay reflect on citizenship as nation marks 250 years
Bobcat squirrel
Bear wildlife
Land clearing drone
Wildlife behind the scenes
Big male panther
Panther hissing
Trump says UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
Events in Your Area
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June 16-Dec. 6
WHAT: An exhibit highlighting the Tampa Bay area's role in American history
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton
COST: Included in museum ticket -
June 20
WHAT: Professional storyteller Windell Campbell brings stories from America’s past to life through performances.
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
WHERE: Palm Harbor Library
COST: Free, registration required -
June 20
WHAT: An America 250-themed festival featuring bounce houses, live music, a scavenger hunt, kids market, activities and more.
WHEN: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Zephyrhills Downtown Historic District, 38500 Fifth Ave., Zephyrhills
COST: Free -
June 22
WHAT: The Tampa Bay History Museum presents a fascinating talk on how Florida's first people lived and what life was like back then.
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Safety Harbor Public Library, 101 2nd St. N., Safety Harbor
COST: Free
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Trump suggests UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
Could a UFC arena become a permanent fixture on the White House lawn? President Trump thinks so. What do you think — should it stay or go?
America 250 events in the Tampa Bay area in June
America 250 is a celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Here are events happening around the Tampa Bay area in June.
Trump to headline 'Great American State Fair' after artists drop out
President Donald Trump is now slated to headline a Freedom 250 event celebrating America's 250th anniversary after several musical acts dropped out over concerns about the event's political ties.
Wave of performers cancel for Trump-linked Freedom 250 concerts
Martina McBride, Morris Day, the Commodores and Young MC have all announced they will not perform at "The Great American State Fair" on Washington's National Mall.
Mobile Museum brings interactive American history experience to New Port Richey
Visitors in New Port Richey this week can step inside a traveling museum focused on America’s founding and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.
US Mint to release quarter commemorating America’s 250th birthday
U.S. Mint will release a Declaration of Independence quarter Monday for America’s 250th, featuring Jefferson and the Liberty Bell.
