The slumping economy is placing a strain on food banks that are being forced to turn away some people seeking food. ...more

November 29, 2008

The Shops at Wiregrass flipped the switch Saturday night on its Symphony In Lights holiday display. ...more

November 22, 2008

In reference to an article about "Godless" ads set to appear during the holiday season by "Humanists," their spokesman claims that the reason for doing it during the holidays is to reach out to the non-believers because they feel a little alone during the holidays, because of its association with traditional religion. Um, hello! The holidays are religion. Christmas is about Jesus. ...more

November 16, 2008

"The Necklace," by Cheryl Jarvis (Ballantine Books, $24) ...more

October 26, 2008

Baseball's World Series is a time when the dreams of platers and fans come true. It is only fitting that such an occasion can help make the dreams of others come true as well. ...more

October 25, 2008

Presidential candidate John McCain isn't happy about having to explain why the Republican Party has had to spend $150,000 on clothes, hairstyling and accessories for running mate Sarah Palin. ...more

October 23, 2008

A T-shirt created by Tampa Bay Rays manager Joe Maddon and handed out to players and team personnel is for sale to the public with proceeds going to charity. ...more

October 6, 2008

PLANT CITY Unity in the Community, which helps the needy in the Plant City area, will have a fundraising barbecue Friday at Sweetbay Supermarket, 205 W. Alexander St. ...more

September 27, 2008

PLANT CITY The city is exploring the possibility of selling the former site of the Plant City Family YMCA. ...more

September 26, 2008

A private school in Tarpon Springs is putting a Ferrari on the charity block to raise money for expansion. ...more

September 26, 2008