Code Enforcement officials have more cash to tackle the overgrown lawns of vacant homes, but they have a request for frustrated neighbors: Be patient. ...more

August 22, 2008

There's no question that the latest generation of microfiber lines has changed the playing field for anglers during the past 10 years, with a large percentage of seasoned fishermen switching to the braided fiber for spinning tackle, and many thousands more using them in heavier tests on baitcasters. ...more

August 22, 2008

Richie Dellasso has had it up to here with the property across the street from his house. ...more

August 22, 2008

We have concluded our two alley renovations between Pine and Oak avenues and they have been transformed from overgrown dumpsites, laden with hazardous debris, to beautiful alternative pathways for pedestrians and police patrolling. The transition involved over 50 hours of hard labor. Special thanks to Kyle, Reggie, Arthur, Mom, Dennis and the guys, and all of the neighbors and friends who participated. ...more

August 13, 2008

A historic Ybor City building that was the focus of a preservation fight after it caught fire 20 months ago looks much the same as it did in the days immediately following the blaze. ...more

July 27, 2008

Foreclosures stink. Not just for the homeowner but, as Doug Ellison will tell you, the neighbors left behind. In Ellison's situation, the house next door, 3315 Gretna Drive, has been sitting vacant since mid June. ...more

July 25, 2008

Foreclosures stink. Not just for the homeowner but, as Doug Ellison will tell you, the neighbors left behind. In Ellison's situation, the house next door, 3315 Gretna Drive, has been sitting vacant since mid June. ...more

July 25, 2008

QUESTION: "Following some recent heavy rain, I noticed a LOT of tiny bright green weeds suddenly sprouting up through the mulched beds in front of our house. I mean there are hundreds of them. ...more

July 20, 2008

It was like a slice of heaven for Gary and Bonnie King. A couple of years ago, they found the home they loved in a quiet subdivision of a rural town. ...more

July 19, 2008

Code enforcement notices have been mailed to the owner of the former USA Grocers convenience store/gasoline station at Maryland Avenue and U.S. 92, officials said. ...more

July 17, 2008