MANATEE COUNTY - Sheriff's detectives say they had arrested two people in connection with several burglaries dating back to August 2007. ...more

July 8, 2008

AVON PARK — Putting a temporary license tag in the rear window or anywhere other than the bracket provided for a license tag could result in a non-moving violation in the state of Florida, since a new law took effect July 1. The law is supposed to help law enforcement officers make a quick and easy identification during routine traffic stops. ...more

July 5, 2008

What's the difference between a school board-sanctioned field trip and students taking a vacation? ...more

July 3, 2008

Visit No Longer Officially Sanctioned By School District ...more

July 2, 2008

With all the regulations and guidelines regarding the use of Medicare and Medicaid, today's seniors may be confused as to their rights and entitlements under these programs. ...more

June 28, 2008

On Monday, the Supreme Court refused to take up the appeal lodged by environmental groups that focused on a two-mile stretch of border fence in the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area near Naco, Ariz. The fence, which has been built since the petition was filed, is a vital part of the Bush administration's drive to secure the border between the United States and Mexico. The Supreme Court's decision is a welcome and needed victory in the war against illegal immigration and efforts to preserve the unique character that is America. ...more

June 27, 2008

Sirchauncey Holloway won't be able tote the football in his senior season of high school, but he knows where he will play the year after that. ...more

June 25, 2008

LAND O' LAKES - The county's pet-friendly evacuation shelter at Pine View Middle School is opening its doors to a broader area this year. ...more

June 1, 2008

BRANDON -- A developer is asking Hillsborough County to approve plans for intense retail and residential uses on 26 acres near Falkenberg Road and Interstate 75. I-75/Palm River Road LLC, which lists Lawrence Bailin of Tampa as the registered agent in state filings, is requesting a modification to a planned development that would allow 200,000 square feet of retail and 400 multifamily residential units in an area the county has designated for up to 35 units per acre. ...more

May 29, 2008

When Gail Greene is feeling bogged down with paperwork and administrative headaches, she goes to school. ...more

May 28, 2008