A tough economy and high unemployment is catching up to Metropolitan Ministries' ability to meet the needs of those seeking its help this holiday season, officials with the nonprofit organization say. ...more

December 22, 2009

The first day of winter didn't disappoint, as it was partly cloudy with lows overnight in the 40s and highs in the mid-60s. Northern winds blew 5 to 10 mph. ...more

December 22, 2009

A tough economy and high unemployment is catching up to Metropolitan Ministries' ability to meet the needs of those seeking its help this holiday season, officials with the nonprofit say. ...more

December 21, 2009

While long lines of customers greeted clerks in post offices across the Tampa Bay region this past weekend, lines today were much more manageable. Lines this morning were not as long as expected, said Gary Sawtelle, spokesman for the U.S. Postal Service in Tampa. ...more

December 21, 2009

First Baptist Church of Dade City is participating in the annual Church Street Christmas activities from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday. ...more

December 20, 2009

Editor's note: This is a reprinted column from January, 2004. ...more

December 20, 2009

Nazdar, Prajeme Vam Vesele Vianocne Sviatky. We wish you a Merry Christmas holiday. ...more

December 20, 2009

Toys donated by customers who filled a large gingerbread house at the Dollar General Store No. 1313, in Sebring, were delivered Thursday to the National Guard Armory at Avon Park for the families of the soldiers of Bravo Battery. ...more

December 19, 2009

The best Christmas present you can give could save the life of a perfect stranger. ...more

December 18, 2009

Nazdar, The deadline is getting close for two positions on the Masaryktown council. A vice president and one director are needed. The election will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17, at the annual community meeting at the Masaryktown Community Hall on Lincoln Avenue. ...more

December 13, 2009