Regarding "Change Attitude, Not Drinking Age" (Views, Oct. 11): Community columnist Meg Wagner nailed it. Being a sophomore in high school, I completely understand where she is coming from. I've been raised almost the same way as her, and I've grown into the mindset of not caring for the stuff. ...more

October 19, 2008

Strong Tower Vineyards & Winery will host a wine tasting fundraiser from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, at the Winery located at 17810 Forge Drive ...more

September 13, 2008

Even in December, the weather does not always make folks feel like it is Christmastime, but in July, that trick can be more daunting. ...more

August 6, 2008

Port Tampa United Methodist Church, 6914 S. DeSoto St., hosted its vacation Bible school from June 29 to July 3. Twelve children attended the weeklong camp, Power Lab: Discovering Jesus' Miraculous Power, which included crafts, games and music led by 25 youth members and volunteers. ...more

July 12, 2008

VFW Post 8713 and Ladies Auxiliary held a Loyalty Day Memorial Service at 11 a.m. Monday, May 26, at the Tangerine Cove Assisted Living Facility in Brooksville. Twenty post members attended. ...more

July 9, 2008

SEBRING — A barbeque has been scheduled to honor John "Johnnyman" Richards, 56, of Ft. Lauderdale, who died June 13 in a motorcycle accident near Clewiston. He was on his way to his second home in Sebring. ...more

June 26, 2008

Coming from a family with a very long history in law enforcement, I find it very hard to understand why Chief Tom Dettman would expect his son to receive any type of special treatment when he is breaking the law. I have parents, siblings, uncles and cousins that were and are in law enforcement. Never once did I, nor my family, expect special treatment when I was in the wrong! I've been pulled over for speeding or "coasting" through a stop sign and because of who my family are, has gotten me out of it but, I have also received tickets for these things. I'm older now and a lot more responsible when it comes to my driving habits. I never once went to my family and asked them to take care of it. I also have never thrown in anyone's face as to who my family is. My parents would have never allowed it. ...more

June 6, 2008

Pirates invaded St. Joseph's Children's Hospital recently - during an event that would have made Jose Gaspar proud. ...more

February 2, 2008

Pirates invaded St. Joseph's Children's Hospital recently during an event that would have made Jose Gaspar proud. ...more

February 2, 2008

TOWN 'N COUNTRY The Northwest Hillsborough YMCA will celebrate the traditional Hispanic event, Three Kings Day, from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. ...more

January 3, 2008