‘She Wants To Be There For Others On Their Worst Day’ Says Pasco EMT

The husband of a Pasco County EMT says "She wants to be there for others on their worst day." Lance called us for our First Responder Friday segment to tells us all about his wife, Heather.

Heather is a critical care EMT in Pasco County and has been doing the job for around 10 years. Lance tells us that she has been saving lives for about 30 years because she was a lifeguard before she was an EMT. Lance said in his nomination about Heather, "She goes to work every day with a smile, no matter how she feels. She works holidays, sacrificing her own happiness, in order to be there for people on the worst days of their lives."

Heather is the mom of two boys and Lance says that Heather is a great mom. When Heather isn't working they like to go on vacation. When we talked to Lance they were actually in Key West enjoying some time off.

Heather the Pasco EMT has worked through many tragedies, mass casualties and the pandemic. Lance is very proud of his wife and we are so glad that he called him to share her story with us.

Congrats to Heather as she receives a $100 Visa gift card from Crown Buick GMC. She also receives a $100 Visa gift card from Demesmin and Dover Law Firm.

Every Friday we honor a first responder in Tampa Bay. Do you have someone in your life that is a first responder? Someone that you admire, a relative, a friend? Whoever it is that you want to spotlight. We want to hear from you, and you can nominate someone right now by doing so HERE. The nomination process takes about five minutes. Once you nominate someone we will be in touch with you to schedule a call with you.

Hooray! Kids Day in Tampa is rapidly approaching. Over the years Tampa area children have had the chance to meet their favorite Marvel superheroes, play games and participate in interactive exhibits that are fun and educational. To help you get the most out of your day we made a list of essential things to know about Raymond James Stadium and must see activities happening only at Kids Day.

There will be so many things to see and do this year, from scavenger hunts to the Esports tournament, it will be a full day of fun. Before you head out, take a look at our list of things you must know about the event! Tickets can be purchased at the door or online. Click this link to purchase your tickets for adults and kids ages 13 and older. 

Per Raymond James Stadium Policy, this is a cashless event. The only exception will be the ticket window for $10 tickets for adults and kids ages 13 and up.  Once you've made it inside, all activities will be free!

Parking will be $5 and CARD ONLY. Parking will open at 10 A.M.. There is only ONE entrance to the parking lot, it will be off of Martin Luther King Jr BLVD. We recommend getting to the stadium at 10 A.m. when the parking lot opens to avoid long lines. Click here to download pdf of parking map.

Per Raymond James Stadium policy, no bags will be allowed with the exception of 1 small clutch bag no bigger than 4.5” X 6.5".

Other items prohibited inside RJS:

Your youngest one will be able to enjoy all the fun for FREE admission as long as they are accompanied by an adult. 

We are giving all kids ages 12-17 who pre-registered the chance to show their talent on Madden 22 in a 16-Player Tournament. First place will receive a 6 month membership to the Esports Players Club valued at $1,200 and $500 Visa gift card, second place will receive a 3 month membership to the Esports Players Club valued at $600 and Third Place Prize consists of a one (1) month membership to Esports Players Club valued at $200.

If you bring school supplies to donate to Children Home Tampa Bay you will be entered to win a brand new bike from Walmart. Winners will be announced at 3:30 on Sunday at the Club Stage!

Participate in our scavenger hunt and to be considered to win tickets to ADVENTURE ISLAND! Treasure Hunt maps will be passed out at the entrance and you can leave completed maps in the TREASURE CHEST by the exit. Winners will be announced on Monday, July 25th.