There was a man named Jack who was ambitious and determined to be successful in life. ...more

December 25, 2009

The long and winding road through three time zones finally came to an end Monday night, but along the way there were been some bumps and bruises. ...more

December 22, 2009

As a former banker for nine years and having been on the front lines during the boom and bust of the real estate market, and then the overall economy, I believe the actions of the banks in the last year are in direct response to the new regulations and oversight being implemented. ...more

December 20, 2009

A new group has formed dedicated to getting Palm Harbor its fair share of attention and support from government officials. ...more

December 12, 2009

Several area events have been postponed or canceled because of heavy rain expected to move through the Bay area today. ...more

December 4, 2009

It's been said, sometimes whimsically, that "no good deed goes unpunished" and that has certainly proven true for the Spring Lake Improvement District Board. It is with great good fortune that the residents of Spring Lake are blessed with a board and district manager that does not spend time looking in the rear view mirror but instead is planning for the future of this fine community with its best interest at the forefront. ...more

December 3, 2009

A Plant City Fire Rescue captain who violated protocol but may have saved a choking boy's life has been named the city's 2009 Firefighter of the Year. Fire Chief George Shiley said Capt. Stacy Stearns' honor was based on the nomination of his peers and a review committee's selection. ...more

November 30, 2009

Thanks to 220 courageous U.S. representatives who voted yes, we now have a chance for health care reform. ...more

November 17, 2009

- Weekly distractions seem to have become par for the course this season for No.1 Florida. ...more

November 6, 2009

With residents in control for the first time, property owners will pay $420 less next year to run their homeowners association. ...more

November 4, 2009