The names of pioneers, harvesters, packers, processors, marketers, scientists and educators who made significant contributions to their profession are being accepted for the Florida Citrus Hall of Fame. ...more

September 9, 2009

Now Brian Burnette says he knows why they call it the century plant. For the first time since he moved into his house in 1963 on West Plymouth Street in Tampa, his ordinarily boring-looking plant is anything but that. About two weeks ago after some heavy rains, he noticed a stalk sprouting in the middle that eventually shot 30 to 40 feet toward the sky. Then the vibrant blooms came. ...more

July 11, 2009

Challenger boys and girls each improve to 7-0 on the season with matching 7-0 victories over West Hernando on St. Patrick's Day. ...more

March 17, 2009

For half of his young life, Jacob Burnette has been a 4-H Club member, following the lead of both older siblings. ...more

February 25, 2009

Human remains found over the weekend have been identified as those of a man who had been missing for a couple of days, St. Petersburg police said. ...more

September 24, 2008

St. Petersburg police are searching for a man who has been missing nearly three months. James Jeffery Burnette, 32, was last seen June 18 at the Derby Lane dog track on Gandy Boulevard. ...more

September 15, 2008

Spring Hill Darlings (ages 7-8) All-Stars Head Coach Mark Kordon appeared prophetic Friday night. ...more

June 22, 2008

In first-round battle of two county teams, Spring Hill rallies then hangs on for win over Hernando, 18-17. ...more

June 20, 2008

Among the galaxy of lights at Christmas Lane, one thing shone the brightest in her eyes and caught her attention. ...more

December 23, 2007

Those Aren't Jingle Bells Step one: Go to Christmas Lane in Dover. Step two: Spot a handsome volunteer. Step three: Start volunteering so you can meet him. Step four: Fall in love. Kendall Burnette and Scotty Jenkins are at step five: They're getting married at the holiday attraction a year after they met there. ...more

December 23, 2007