Some sad news to start off with, and then a couple of announcements. Apollo Beach Boot Camp is hosting Exercise for Emma, a fundraiser for 5-year-old Emma Lewis, daughter of the Rev. Charlie and Coco Lewis, to help with her mounting medical expenses. Emma was recently diagnosed with leukemia and will need to receive treatment over the next two to three years. ...more

October 28, 2009

Lock up pedophiles I have to vent. I am so sick of hearing about another child being sexually abused and/or killed. ...more

October 25, 2009

'Fair and balanced' Thank God for the First Amendment, and I can choose to purchase The Tampa Tribune every day. Because of the First Amendment I chose not to purchase the other paper across the bay. That is my right. ...more

October 24, 2009

Two Hillsborough County charter schools are closing today and Monday because so many students and teachers have swine flu. ...more

October 23, 2009

A pair of Hillsborough County charter schools are closing Friday and Monday because so many students and teachers are sick with the swine flu. ...more

October 22, 2009

After the first cold front of the season passed through the Bay early this month, summer weather returned. The highs were in the low 90s for about a week in mid-October, and that brought the water temperature back up to 89 degrees. That's pretty hot for this time of year. ...more

October 21, 2009

Retailer buybuy BABY anticipates an early 2010 opening for its new location at 11345 Causeway Blvd. in the storefront previously occupied by Linens 'N Things. The subsidiary of Bed, Bath & Beyond carries products designed for newborns to toddlers including furniture, strollers, bedding, toys, clothing and more. ...more

October 21, 2009

For people whose skin itches after a dip in a chlorinated swimming pool, a new indoor salt water pool should make a splash. ...more

October 21, 2009

The Hillsborough County Solid Waste Management Department has closed its Wimauma Community Collection Center at 16180 W. Lake Drive due to low usage. ...more

October 7, 2009

The Apollo Beach Woman's Club will focus on the culture of Ybor City, when members gather for the Oct. 14 luncheon and meeting. ...more

October 7, 2009