Jenny Dean

Tampa

Reporter at WTSP-TV (St Petersburg, FL)

Reporter on @10TampaBay

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Tampa Bay's 'Golden' dancers: Retirement filled with rhythm and purpose

1 month ago | wtsp.com | Jenny Dean

SUN CITY CENTER, Fla. — What started as a simple fundraising idea has transformed into a fun community event, bringing joy, entertainment and thousands of dollars in donations for important causes. The Sun City Center Men's Golden Review, an all-male dance troupe, is proving that retirement can be anything but boring.
Loop of Love: Hillsborough seniors knit beanies for Tampa Bay's smallest babies

2 months ago | abc10.com | Jenny Dean

LUTZ, Fla. — Some of the oldest members of our community are doing what they can to help the youngest, most fragile babies. Everyday at the Lutz Senior Center, it's not unusual to find a table of friends talking and knitting in a so-called "circle of love." It used to be a just 2 or 3 folks enjoying a hobby, but now it's a mission to help babies. Theresa Browning is one of the knitters who has been going there for years. "Everybody has a special gift.
Waiting on a permit cost a St. Petersburg woman tens of thousands of dollars

2 months ago | wtsp.com | Jenny Dean

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — After a tough hurricane season, homes are literally being lifted out of flood-prone areas. While home lifting isn't new, it's becoming more common in the Tampa Bay area due to rising flood risks. But one St. Petersburg woman found the paperwork can be more complicated than the lift itself. Nancy Biddle has owned a home in Shore Acres for 20 years. She had just spent more than $50,000 renovating it before last year's hurricane season. "It was so beautiful," she said.
Belleair Beach family chooses to lift home rather than leave after multiple hurricane evacuations

Nov 25, 2024 | wtsp.com | Jenny Dean

BELLEAIR BEACH, Fla — As Tampa Bay residents continue to grapple with an unusually active hurricane season, one Belleair Beach family has found an innovative solution to stay in their dream home despite repeated flooding threats: they're lifting their entire house. "It is a very sad feeling," Rahul Shukla recalled of evacuating his family's waterfront home on Oct. 8, as Hurricane Milton approached.
'It makes you change as a person': Woman delivers supplies to children in need

Oct 30, 2024 | wtsp.com | Jenny Dean

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — Each month Erica Karaoulanis fills up her car full of supplies to deliver to Pasco Kids First. She's part of a group called Tampa Bay Newcomers. They were looking for a way to give back to the community they love. "They would bring me the items and I would deliver them," Karaoulanis said. When COVID-19 hit and they couldn't meet in person, they came up with another way.
What Is Jackfruit: What You Need To Know About This Tropical Superfood

Sep 17, 2024 | ellisjamesdesigns.com | Jenny Dean

Are you looking for a new, versatile ingredient to add to your meals? Look no further than jackfruit! This tropical fruit has gained popularity in the food world due to its unique taste and impressive nutritional benefits. Hi beautiful! Just to let you know, we earn a modest commission off of purchases made through Amazon affiliate links on this page. Don't worry, it's of no extra cost to you.
St. Petersburg woman honors her brother who died of ALS

Sep 11, 2024 | wtsp.com | Jenny Dean

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a devastating illness that affects muscle movement. It causes increased muscle weakness, paralysis and eventually, death. There is no cure. A St. Petersburg woman knows firsthand how devastating this disease can be for the patient and the family because her brother died of it. She is now hoping to help other families touched by ALS.
After tragic loss of their own, teens volunteer to help others through their grief journey

Aug 14, 2024 | wtsp.com | Jenny Dean

SARASOTA, Fla. — A shocking loss turns into an opportunity to help others through grief. Two teens now volunteer to help other young people cope with the death of a loved one. In September 2018, 15-year-old Matthew Powers was on his way to homecoming at Lakewood Ranch High School when he was killed in a crash on State Road 64. He left behind an 11-year-old sister and 13-year-old brother who suddenly had to face life without him. Katie Powers remembers her big brother Matthew as protective.
Local author hopes to help others find freedom through forgiveness

Jul 31, 2024 | wtsp.com | Jenny Dean

TAMPA, Fla. — When someone hurts you or causes you pain, finding forgiveness can be one of the hardest things to do. Natalie Baird-King is a successful attorney who grew up in Polk County. She's also a survivor of childhood abuse and domestic violence. But it wasn't until recently that Natalie took on one more title, author. She wanted to share a message that unlocked her purpose of helping others heal. "I grew up in an abusive household," she said.
Wounded Veteran ready to compete in Wheelchair Games this weekend

Jul 26, 2024 | wtsp.com | Jenny Dean

TAMPA, Fla. — The National Veterans Wheelchair Games are happening now in New Orleans and continue through the weekend. It's the world's largest annual wheelchair sports and rehab event solely for military veterans and a local athlete is hoping to win big. Getting back in the game is the key for so many of our wounded veterans who really thrive off of competition. For many, it's a reason to go through some tough rehabilitation. Mark Lalli is a retired U.S. Army veteran.