Cadets in the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Training Division completed their final 31/2-mile formation run Friday through Ybor City and downtown Tampa. Formation runs, which include regular stops for callisthenic exercises, are part of the cadets' physical fitness training. These cadets are scheduled to graduate Friday and will report for duty May 18. ...more

May 9, 2009

Emily Moschner didn't choke because Benjamin Rupe didn't choke. ...more

November 5, 2008

Emily Moschner didn't choke because Benjamin Rupe didn't choke. The Ridgewood High School Naval Junior ROTC student is honored for staying cool and aiding a young woman choking on food. ...more

November 5, 2008

I have lived in Highlands County for more than 37 years and have watched with enthusiasm and excitement as many friends, co-workers and now our children, have the opportunity to seek quality education in our community. South Florida Community College has advanced in many more ways than we ever dreamed and the presence of both the past president Dr. Cornelius and the current president Dr. Stephens has brought a great quality of learning and opportunity. It was with great disappointment that I read a letter to the editor from Mr. Jerry Dejonge spewing disparaging remarks about our sheriff. He is the criminal justice representative for the college, and what is most disturbing is that my son is currently enrolled in the law enforcement academy. ...more

October 9, 2008

In this city long associated with the peace movement, some teens are taking an unlikely stance - campaigning to keep the armed forces' Junior ROTC program in public schools. ...more

October 2, 2008

The American Cancer Society and Zephyrhills Fire Rescue Cadets will benefit from Saturday's Trash and Treasures sale, which will take place 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the inactive Fire Station No. 2, 38410 Sixth Ave. across from City Hall in Zephyrhills. ...more

August 8, 2008

With about 30 St. Petersburg police officers and their family members standing behind him, the leader of the local police union lambasted city officials Tuesday for the stance they are taking during contract negotiations. ...more

June 11, 2008

ST. PETERSBURG - With roughly 30 St. Petersburg police officers and their family members standing behind him, the leader of the local police union lambasted city officials today for the stance they are taking during current contract negotiations. The city is offering officers a 3 percent raise while the union, the Pinellas County Police Benevolent Association, is asking for a 7 percent increase, said PBA President Mark Deasaro. The city's offer, he said, constitutes neither a living wage nor a competitive one. ...more

June 10, 2008

With the addition of 32 new deputies at Friday's graduation ceremony, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has added nearly 150 officers to its ranks this year. ...more

December 1, 2007