Lizbeth Gutierrez

BRADENTON, Fla. -- Soccer fans preparing for the start of the FIFA World Cup this week are helping drive more foot traffic and sales at The Art of Soccer in Bradenton , according to the family-owned shop.

MULBERRY, Fla. — Mulberry's first food hall is nearing its first year in operation as city leaders and business owners work to build momentum behind a redevelopment effort they say is already bringing new activity to the city.

Precision Aerial Services Inc. said its drones are used on farms, lakes and other properties to apply pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers in both liquid and dry forms.

TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla. — Temple Terrace city leaders are negotiating with two developers on plans to transform two vacant lots on 56th Street into a more centralized downtown area with new places for people to gather and shop.

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Pinellas County is preparing to vacate and redevelop 17 county-owned properties in downtown Clearwater, a project county officials

TAMPA, Fla. — The Straz Center has nearly reached its fundraising goal, with an expansion project underway, and construction set to wrap by next summer.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is planning a new parking garage and terminal renovations as officials work to accommodate a growing number of passengers.

DUNEDIN, Fla. — The Scottish American Society of Dunedin is hosting FIFA World Cup watch parties for the first time, drawing soccer fans together locally while matches are played on the world stage.

TAMPA — Miss Latina Tampa , a nonprofit, is working to help Latina women, including immigrants, build confidence, leadership skills and community through mentorship, personal development and cultural connection.

HARDEE COUNTY, Fla. — Florida lawmakers did not approve new funding for Florida Forever , the state's flagship conservation and recreational lands