Roni Fiolek always knew her daughter, Ashley, would be special. At age 7, Ashley became intrigued with motorbikes and practiced religiously. By the time she was 13, she was one of the top female amateur motocross riders in the country. ...more

July 29, 2008

Ann Wallace was not going to take no for an answer. Years ago, her daughter learned of a place in Florida that has mermaids. When she discovered there was a two-day camp, her heart was set on going. She was not about to be convinced otherwise. ...more

July 28, 2008

It's not just for local girls. Several from out of state come to Weeki Wachee to learn how to swim like a mermaid. ...more

July 27, 2008

When Jason Bartlett went on the disabled list July 3, the Rays called up not one but two shortstops to replace him. They haven't come close to doing the job. ...more

July 13, 2008

Attorneys for the five teens accused of beating one of their peers in Lakeland and videotaping with the intent to post online were at a court hearing today in Bartow. ...more

July 8, 2008

Chris Colwill admits he might have a slight advantage over his competition at this week's U.S. Olympic Diving Trials in Indianapolis. The odd thing is, most people would call his "edge" a physical challenge. ...more

June 19, 2008

The state releases FCAT scores in math, reading and science for grades 4 to 10. Students doing OK in reading and math, but science remains a struggle. ...more

June 10, 2008

Jennifer Closshey, one of two Plant City residents on the Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board, has been elected its secretary. ...more

June 4, 2008

LAND O' LAKES - Pasco County students continue to perform better in reading and mathematics than most of their peers across the nation, according to Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test results announced Thursday. ...more

May 28, 2008

Teaching children about the love of Jesus is utmost in Tina Kimbro's mind. That's her role at First Baptist Church of New Port Richey. ...more

May 24, 2008