As the familiar red kettle bell ringers fan out across West Pasco, Salvation Army leaders are preparing for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays as more people seek assistance because of a poor economy. ...more

November 19, 2008

After ringing more bells than the Salvation Army at Christmas, John Lynch officially quit the game he loves, writes Martin Fennelly. ...more

November 18, 2008

State Sen. Mike Fasano is making good on his promise to give his leftover campaign funds to charity. ...more

November 18, 2008

Just Junk Franchising Corp. has announced that Jacksonville will be home to the first Just Junk franchise in the United States. ...more

November 16, 2008

The Salvation Army and Atonement Lutheran Church in Sebring are teaming up this year to provide a free Thanksgiving turkey dinner with all the trimmings, expecting to serve between 300 to 400 people. ...more

November 14, 2008

By the time she arrived at Lakeshore Mall Thursday, Til Widenhoft, of Sebring, had already made plans for most of her portion of the 80,000 pounds of apples sold during the Gene Scheck Rotary Apple and Cider Sale. ...more

November 7, 2008

5:15 p.m.: The first time he was eligible to vote for the president of the United States, four years ago, William Belle missed out. ...more

November 4, 2008

A tough economy might make the holidays less than happy for cash-strapped Pasco families. Salvation Army officials anticipate more people will need help this Christmas. ...more

October 25, 2008

The holidays are just around the corner and Salvation Army officials anticipate supplying many more Christmas food boxes for needy families this year. ...more

October 21, 2008

Ringo Starr, 68, seems to be one of those rare celebs who never begrudge their fans: They're always ready to flash a smile or sign an autograph. So it makes us wonder just how much pressure the former Beatles drummer must be under to make such a drastic move: He has appealed to the public to stop and desist all fan mail and autograph requests (ostensibly) forever. ...more

October 14, 2008