Not so funny It used to be unprofessional to carry the water of the government, but now we see our First Amendment caretakers in print and television standing in line to unashamedly volunteer to do so. ...more

October 28, 2009

NEW PORT RICHEY As players meandered in the middle of the softball diamond at the Jim Valentine Athletic Complex, it was unclear which set of circumstances made River Ridge coach Ernie Beck happier. ...more

March 27, 2009

Lakyn Shull took care of the pitching, Sarah Simon handled the offense, and River Ridge won 5-1 on Senior Night over visiting Gulf High. ...more

March 26, 2009

Opportunistic bats in concert with solid Land O' Lakes pitching led the Gators to a 3-0 victory against River Ridge. The Gators needed just five hits for the win. ...more

February 17, 2009

Three men were arrested Saturday in separate cases involving battery. Laureano Diaz, 74, of Sebring, was charged with battery of a person 65 years of age or older; Jason Lee Guzik, 34, of Sebring, was charged with obstructing justice, a felony, and misdemeanor battery; and Mike Lopez, 38, of Lorida, was charged with felony battery. ...more

January 13, 2009

Remember Eric With A Smile Thank you to our family and friends for your love and support during this difficult time. To all of you who touched us in so many ways from prayers to food to just a simple "hug" or "I am there for you." Please continue to pray for us in the coming days and months, as we deal with our loss. ...more

December 4, 2008

AVON PARK — Don't hide drugs from this 82-pound bilingual Belgian Malinois from Holland. Or don't be on the lam when he's around. He's likely to "pinch" you. ...more

November 21, 2007