Christmas is quickly approaching but there are kids in the county who may go without toys and food. ...more

November 18, 2008

A 20-year-old man wanted on warrants for violating probation struggled with deputies as he was arrested Monday night and was stunned a total of four times — twice with pepper spray and twice with a Taser, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said. ...more

November 17, 2008

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November 12, 2008

PLANT CITY The McDonald's at 2001 James L. Redman Parkway was temporarily closed this morning due to a cash register problem. ...more

November 12, 2008

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November 11, 2008

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November 7, 2008

It is late Tuesday evening for me as I write this and it's apparent who will win the election. I and hundreds of those from whom I receive e-mail and have cast their ballots are, right now, hoping and praying that somehow John McCain will overcome the large deficit the polls are showing, but it's not very likely. ...more

November 7, 2008

The roommate of Thomas Andrew Grieco, charged in the shooting death of 17-year-old Brooke McDonald, said he believes Grieco meant no harm and thought the .44-caliber Magnum revolver was unloaded. ...more

October 15, 2008

The funeral service for a 17-year-old girl who was shot at a party Saturday has been moved to Plant City Church of God, 2103 Mud Lake Road. ...more

October 8, 2008

The funeral service Thursday for a 17-year-old girl who was shot at a party Saturday has been moved to Plant City Church of God, 2103 Mud Lake Road. ...more

October 7, 2008