DENVER - Santa brought just what the nation's ski resorts wanted - the best nationwide snow conditions in several years. ...more

December 24, 2007

It was one cross among hundreds: White stone, about three feet high, glittery flecks sparkling in the sun. ...more

December 19, 2007

The weather early this morning is closer to the necessary variables needed to cause fish to migrate in larger numbers for longer periods — something that hasn't occurred very often lately. Get to the lake as early as possible and there is a very good chance you might catch the larger fish at the tail end of their feeding spree. The barometer should be near the bottom of the drop that happened Tuesday night, or already starting to rise — but only slightly. For this reason, start your presentation in close to the vegetation, or in the shallows working your way out. There's a great possibility of a "top-water" bite, so give that a try before switching to other methods. I prefer working top-water retrieves at top speed at first, then gradually slowing it down if it doesn't produce any strikes. ...more

October 17, 2007

A number of homes in Hillsborough County are slated for safety inspections, not by any official government teams but by newly deputized, pint-sized Safety Rangers. ...more

October 8, 2007

Jesuit senior Andrew Werdine is one of the area's top swimmers. But when he's not swimming, he's usually playing video games. ...more

October 3, 2007

CORAL GABLES Freshman wide receiver Jermaine McKenzie wore a helmet during practice for the first time at Thursday's practice. ...more

September 27, 2007