In August, gospel musicians from across the state and beyond will congregate in South Shore. ...more

August 13, 2008

TARPON SPRINGS -- The former home of what once was one of the city's most notorious nightspots could become a house of worship by early next year. The pastor of the East Lake Church of God in Christ doesn't think this should cause anyone a problem. ...more

August 2, 2008

There are eight elements to a good neighborhood, said Debbie Love. Washington Heights used to have them all, but they've disappeared as this community has disintegrated over the years. ...more

July 21, 2008

It had been more than four months since Judy O'Steen had been able to drive her golf cart. ...more

July 16, 2008

Even children with good grades, who avoid drugs and trouble can fall victim to the deadly game that killed 11-year-old Deneathia Service, her mother said. ...more

June 26, 2008

More than 50 volunteers converged on the home of Norma Hicks, a teacher's assistant and single mom in Clair-Mel City, intent on sprucing up her domicile by slapping on a coat of paint, making repairs and adding a splash of landscaping. ...more

June 20, 2008

TAMPA - More than 50 volunteers converged on the home of Norma Hicks, a teacher and single mom in Clair-Mel City, intent on sprucing up her domicile by slapping on a coat of paint, making repairs and adding a splash of landscaping. ...more

June 19, 2008

SEBRING — Since Washington Heights got a $1.3-million sprucing-up, soaring expectations by some suggest a brighter future for the struggling neighborhood. Antoine Lenton, 27, was putting the finishing touches on the streetscapes project Monday. The lifelong Washington Heights resident said it felt good to work on the neighborhood project where he grew up. "I'm glad to be on the job and give back to the community," said Lenton. "You've got to start somewhere," said Lenton. "You've got to believe it's going to improve things. It looks good, feels good, but takes time to improve." ...more

June 9, 2008

Nazdar, It will be chili in June at the Republican Candidate Chili Cookoff. Come vote for your favorite chili, cooked by our candidate "chefs." This is a way to celebrate our candidates that have qualified to be on the ballot in August. Ballots will be given out at the door, so you can vote for your favorite chili. There will be Polka music, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and lots of fun. This is a good way to meet your candidates. Refreshments and food available will be available at the event, which will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, June 20, at the Masaryktown Community Hall on Lincoln Avenue. Admission is $5, and you may pay at the door. ...more

June 8, 2008

When former Florida Lanes manager Bill Ralston, who died May 6, was told by doctors last September the cancer that had invaded his lungs was terminal, he faced the inevitable with the same grace and style he displayed throughout his 53 years. ...more

May 28, 2008