A snake bit a Verizon worker who was closing a hole in the ground this afternoon, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. ...more

January 2, 2009

The Coast Guard is searching the waters off Florida for a cruise ship employee who reportedly fell overboard. ...more

January 1, 2009

Ed Croake rarely called in sick during his 23 years as a clerk with the U.S. Postal Service. ...more

December 25, 2008

Anyone who knows me is well aware of the fact that 2008 has not been my year. In fact, if do-overs existed in life, I would gladly apply. I would even be willing to fill out forms in triplicate, stand on my head and dance a jig - all at the same time. ...more

December 24, 2008

Even though employees at the Peer Bearing Co. no longer work for the Spungen family that recently sold the Waukegan-based ball bearings maker, they still each received a turkey this Thanksgiving holiday in keeping with tradition. ...more

November 29, 2008

Dear Abby: I work for a small, family-owned business. The owner has strong political views and insists on listening to a political talk show during the afternoon, with the volume turned up quite loud. ...more

November 2, 2008

A man was shocked by 277 volts of electricity in St. Petersburg today as he connected live wires while standing on a ladder. ...more

October 17, 2008

I am a teacher. When I decided to pursue a career in this wonderful profession there were unpleasant circumstances that I knew I would have to deal with on an almost daily basis: managing an unruly student, working hours beyond what my contract requires, patiently awaiting salary negotiations while still performing my job to the best of my ability. ...more

October 15, 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

Spending too much time on "fake work"? You know, churning out reports no one will read, attending meetings with aimless agendas or send e-mails to co-workers who don't need them. ...more

October 5, 2008