At least three out of five school board members support county officials reducing residential impact fees at the risk of the district losing more than $600,000. ...more

November 4, 2009

life vests, for example - and some is optional. All come in a wide variety of styles, types and prices. Here is a look at some of the safety equipment that can give every boater peace of mind on the water: ...more

March 6, 2009

The county has launched a review of the fleet department's budget and billing procedures. ...more

February 27, 2009

President Barack Obama is right when he says he won the election, and people voted for change. ...more

February 8, 2009

President Barack Obama is right when he says he won the election, and people voted for change. ...more

February 8, 2009

The effects of an ailing economy often manifest in added stress for a family. ...more

January 31, 2009

One by one, players filed past Leria Jenrette, bending down to shake her hand. Armwood coach Billy Teeden bent down and hugged the Tampa Bay Tech junior guard. ...more

January 14, 2009

It's possible for a franchise to look more foolish than the Lightning do right now, but then again maybe not. They should abandon the Forum for a circus tent. In the league of serious people, these are the guys with big red noses that honk and squirt water. ...more

November 15, 2008

MANATEE COUNTY – Authorities say there is no evidence of foul play in the disappearance of a Holmes Beach motel owner, but her friends and family fear otherwise. ...more

November 8, 2008

Jacory Harris threw a tying touchdown pass in the final minute and another one in overtime to give Miami a 24-17 win over Virginia on Saturday that put the Hurricanes into the race for the ACC title game. ...more

November 2, 2008