Oh, how I wish more people would write about the Heartland Idol contest. It is truly remarkable to see such talent coming from right here in our own back door. I would not be a judge if they paid me NFL money. For the most part, even the people who don't move on to the next level are good and fun to watch. Don Ewell makes a great emcee; he sure has some quick wit about him and has a way about him that can relax the contestants. You don't have time for dinner before the 6 p.m. start? Not to worry. There is some mighty fine food to be bought. Hey, another reason to come is to see the size of them hot dogs. The bratwurst, pulled pork and hamburgers are nothing to turn your nose up at, either, and then there is the smell of popcorn, as well as all kinds of other snacks. Plus, right across the street is a cold treat wagon with all kinds of cold treats, which is nice on a hot night. ...more

October 27, 2009

The Plant City Garden Club will kick off the fall gardening season Oct. 10 with a new event, GardenFest 2009. ...more

September 23, 2009

The local American Legion post plans to show its appreciation to area veterans at an Oct. 10 open house. ...more

September 20, 2009

Two Memorial Day events have been set for today: At 11 a.m., the Lake Placid Elks will hold a service. ...more

May 25, 2009

Jennifer Johnson wanted her daughter, Je'Neiyce, to have a fun celebration in a city park for her second birthday. ...more

April 2, 2009

Jennifer Johnson wanted her daughter, Je'Neiyce, to have a fun celebration in a city park for her 2nd birthday. ...more

April 1, 2009

With picture postcard weather and calm water, the 25th annual Leon Tolar Memorial Fishing Tournament attracted a large number of youngsters and parents to HL Bishop Park on Saturday. ...more

March 16, 2009

If Wiregrass Ranch High students needed any extra incentive to work hard on last week's FCAT, the aroma of hamburgers sizzling on an outdoor grill may have done the trick. ...more

March 15, 2009

If Wiregrass Ranch High students needed any extra incentive to work hard on this week's FCAT, the aroma of hamburgers sizzling on an outdoor grill may have done the trick. ...more

March 13, 2009

MEET A RAY NAME: Joe Nelson POSITION: RHP ...more

March 10, 2009