A woman from whom 121 dogs were taken in April won 60 of them back Wednesday after a county judge ruled the Suncoast Animal League didn't have the authority to seize them. ...more

July 24, 2008

Polk County deputies arrested a man Wednesday morning in Lakeland after witnesses said they saw him throw a kitten from a pickup while driving. ...more

July 24, 2008

Polk County deputies arrested a man this morning in Lakeland after witnesses said they saw him throw a kitten from a truck while driving. ...more

July 23, 2008

A woman from whom 121 dogs were taken in April won 60 of them back this morning after a county judge ruled the Suncoast Animal League didn't have the authority to seize them. ...more

July 23, 2008

The following column is dedicated to families who are moving, thinking of moving or know that a move is in the near future due to the economy or a job change. ...more

July 20, 2008

In the general election in November we will have an opportunity to vote to amend the county's charter to provide for a county mayor. If the amendments pass we will have an improved governance structure that will increase the effectiveness and efficiency of county government. However, if we fail to act in November it may be a long time before we have another chance. ...more

July 20, 2008

The goal is connecting "forever families" with children who long for a bed of their own, a yard to play in and a sense they belong. ...more

July 18, 2008

Sarah, this week's featured pet, is a 1-year-old who loves to cuddle up and sleep at your feet. She has been spayed, is current with her shots and has an ID microchip implant. Stop by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Suncoast shelter, 7734 Congress St., New Port Richey, or call (727) 849-1048 to inquire about Sarah or any of the other animals the SPCA has available for adoption. ...more

July 12, 2008

Marion County Animal Center has closed after an outbreak of diseases contaminated the facility. They expect to euthanize about 80 dogs. ...more

July 10, 2008

A child found two puppies abandoned in a Clearwater parking lot Sunday afternoon. ...more

July 1, 2008