Thanksgiving

Are you serving pumpkin or sweet potato pie this Thanksgiving? A look at the history and cultural ties that influence why Americans may prefer one or the other.

Scattered storms will impact parts of the state through Wednesday. Cooler and partly to mostly cloudy for the northern half of the state on Thanksgiving.

In this interview from The Zest Podcast in 2019, hear from historian Rodney Kite-Powell about the true origins of Thanksgiving (hint: he says it started with the Spaniards and predates the pilgrims).

This year’s holiday travel forecast of three million Floridians on the road is a 3% increase over last year; the second highest since 2001.

People in Florida already seem to be planning for their upcoming holiday trips. According to a recent AAA survey, 61% of those polled are securing their travel plans ahead of time.

A study finds the oldest evidence of using fire to cook, dating back to 780,000 years ago. Scientists think learning to cook was a big step for evolution, because it helped early humans fuel their bigger brains.

Tampa International Airport is preparing to see 75,000 to 80,000 passengers on peak days, with higher numbers than before the pandemic in 2019.

Some charitable groups are getting donations for Thanksgiving meal giveaways in the middle of recovery from Hurricane Ian devastation.

Want a truly authentic Thanksgiving dinner? You may have to forgo the standard mashed potatoes and stuffing and opt for some stewed pumpkin.

After staying closed on Thanksgiving last year due to the pandemic, the chain says the change is now permanent.

Publix has a two-item limits on some foods while Winn-Dixie is restricting turkey purchases to one per customer.

The usual Thanksgiving spreads may be too big for this year's holiday. Instead, Chefs Anita Lo, Aarón Sánchez and Sohla El-Waylly share recipes for a relatively unfussy but still delicious meal.