Growing up in sunny Florida, Erin Jackson, 33, said she had no plans to become a history-making winter athlete.
Author: Staci Dasilva
US Speedskating announces short track speed skating team for Winter Olympics
KEARNS, UT (WFLA) — US Speedskating has announced the eight athletes who will represent Team USA in short track speed skating at the Olympic Winter Games in Milan in February. The list includes five returning Olympians and three first-time Olympic nomi…
100 days to Milan: Meet Winter Olympic Team USA hopefuls
Athletes have trained for years to compete on the world’s biggest competition stage, and as of Wednesday, they have 100 days to go until the opening ceremony for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Short track speed skater Kristen Santos-Griswold competing again after heartbreaking loss in Beijing
After heartbreak in Beijing, short track speed skater Kristen Santos-Griswold thought about hanging up her skates for good.
Tampa native Declan Farmer shooting for 4th Paralympic gold medal in sled hockey
His parents sought out a competitive outlet for their little boy, a gifted athlete who was born without legs.
Tampa native Declan Farmer shooting for 4th Paralympic gold medal in sled hockey
His parents sought out a competitive outlet for their little boy, a gifted athlete who was born without legs.
Lightning fans kept hope alive during series against Toronto
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Over the last three years, Tampa Bay Lightning fans have become accustomed to playing in the Stanley Cup Finals. They did not expect that trend to end Saturday, when the Bolts faced the Toronto Maple Leafs in game six of their series. The Maple Leafs led the best-of-seven series 3-2 going […]
Lakeland drag performer asks Florida lawmakers to vote against proposed crackdown
“It’s an art. Shouldn’t art and expression be safe for all people?” he said. “It’s time that we speak out against hate and there is so much going on that is attacking the LGBTQ+ community. Who better to do it than someone in a wig and a dress?”
Bartow Florida man drove through graveyard, crashed into home, police say
“We have family members and friends resting in peace and you know, I can’t believe he would come in here and destroy something that’s so valuable to our community,” said Jason Hargrove, Bartow parks and recreation Florida manager.
Polk County Florida man denies offering to sell venomous snake following arrest
Delvin Sasnett was in denial mode Tuesday when it came to allegations he offered a venomous coral snake to an undercover officer.