Remarkable Women 2023
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March is National Women’s History Month, and WFLA is celebrating some of the most remarkable women in the Tampa Bay region. A panel of judges selected four finalists from nearly 200 essays written by people who know and admire them.
News Channel 8 announces local Remarkable Women contest winner, Karen Mertes
Lt. Col. Karen Mertes (Ret.)
Lt. Col. Karen Mertes was just months away from fulfilling 20 years of service in the US Air Force and on target to become a full colonel when an unfortunate twist of fate turned her world upside down. Yet she refused to allow this misfortune to dictate her destiny. Read More…
Dr. Robin Moore
You may be familiar with the story of Doctor Dolittle, a fictitious naturalist who was able to speak with animals. But in Largo, there is a veterinarian who has a similar connection with her animal patients. Dr. Robin Moore has a busy practice at East Bay Animal Hospital treating dogs, cats, and many exotic species, and in the process, she’s been able to accomplish some remarkable things. Read More…
Allison Sakara
From her humble beginnings, Allison Sakara entered the nursing field, but never imagined her career would take her to people in trouble all over and outside the U.S.
And today, besides rendering aid where needed, she has taken a huge step to help others answer their call to service. Read More…
Candy Caldwell
Coworkers at Tampa’s Lighthouse for the Blind describe Candy Caldwell as someone who at age 65 could be retired and sitting on the beach and drinking coffee. Instead, she is the first one at work every day at 6 a.m. and is ready and willing to take on anything that comes her way. Read More...
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