Jan 09, 2026
Good Morning Tampa Bay anchor Deiah Riley first introduced our viewers to Tonya Lewis two years ago.Lewis is a tireless Tampa community leader who spends her life showing up for others.Watch report from Deiah Riley Residents ral ly around Tampa community leader Tonya Lewis in cancer fightShe was diagnosed with a rare cancer in October of 2023 and now Deiah Riley is sharing her story again because she shared with her that the cancer has spread.On Thursday, Riley spoke with Lewis at the MLK Gala, where she was honored as a community hero.I don't know about the hero. I'm just honored to be doing God's work and if that's what it saves, I give all the glory to God. That's what pushed me and give me my drive for my communities. But I am honored. Thank you, said Lewis.Now it is the communitys time to show up for Lewis.A fish fry is being held on Saturday, January 10, to help cover the cost of her expensive cancer treatment. The event is from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the parking lot of the former B D grocery store on East Hillsborough Avenue.The fish fry is more than just a meal; its about love, faith, and reminding Lewis that shes not walking this road alone.If you cant make the event but would like to support, click here to donate to a fundraiser for Lewis. ...read more read less
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