Days after a family of three escaped a fire in their Robles Park home, firefighters and fire inspectors canvassed the neighborhood Friday morning, inspecting and installing smoke alarms and communicating safety tips. ...more

October 24, 2009

Days after a family of three escaped a house fire in Robles Park, firefighters canvassed the neighborhood this morning, inspecting and installing smoke alarms and dispensing safety tips. ...more

October 23, 2009

Each month, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 139 sends 25 CARE boxes to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The American Legion, SAL and Auxiliary Post 139 pack and prepare the boxes and pay the postage. All supplies are donated by members of American Legion, Auxiliary, senior ladies groups and through private donations. ...more

September 2, 2009

A recent online poll shows most Americans support hybrid technology in cars but won't buy one until costs come down or fuel savings are even better. ...more

May 19, 2009

The poll says Americans like the idea of hybrids but think they're still too expensive. ...more

May 18, 2009

Former President George W. Bush has visited a Dallas hardware store that earlier this month made him a lighthearted offer to work as a greeter. ...more

February 22, 2009

TAMPA - A second victim in a house fire Monday has died, according to Tampa Fire Rescue officials. Willie Bynes, 68, died this morning at Tampa General Hospital. His granddaughter Latoya Williams-Jones died Tuesday. ...more

December 10, 2008

Toyota Motor Co.'s Scion brand tops the list of most reliable cars in Consumer Reports' annual vehicle reliability study, as Asian automakers continue to fill the top of the magazine's rankings. Among U.S. automakers, Ford Motor Co.'s brands ranked most reliable. ...more

October 24, 2008

Regardless of Tropical Storm Fay's ultimate path and strength, it is vital to be prepared for her impact. Some residents throughout the Bay area were doing just that Sunday: stocking up on food, water, batteries and medication; filling vehicles with gas; getting hurricane kits together; safeguarding their valuables. Find out the steps to take to protect yourself and your loved ones. STORY, Page 7 ...more

August 18, 2008

In my opinion the city of Avon Park is looking at a good method to mount their Code Enforcement Officers. I have been using an electric GEM car for over a year now. It has required absolutely no maintenance. We drive to church and grocery shopping several times a week. We also drive to the bank, the post office and veterinary, but not to the gas station! I have probably not run it as many miles as the officers will, but it is practically costless with no pollution of any kind, because it uses no gasoline and it charges quickly and easily. The Alan Jay experts can fix any small problem as well as change the batteries and replace any worn parts. I see no reason the city could not put at least half of their police force in the GEM cars too. Install good radios and they can notify a conventional cruiser if a speeder is spotted. ...more

August 7, 2008