In this New Year, All Faiths United Church of Christ has "new" as a star attraction - its new pastor, the Rev. Dr. David A. Wild is here to help give new direction to what the congregational and community outreach needs may desire. ...more

January 3, 2009

Late on Christmas Eve, one last wish was sent, by e-mail: Please let NASA Administrator Michael Griffin keep his job. It was from his wife. ...more

December 31, 2008

Thanks From The Hoffman Family This holiday season, Kyle Martin, a staff writer for the Hernando Today, highlighted a family in dire straits as they attended the Jericho Ministries Christmas Eve luncheon. I wanted to take the time to thank Kyle and those who support the recovery of the Hoffman family. ...more

December 31, 2008

As a teenager, this man once spent his nights prowling the swamps of Florida in search of snakes and raccoons. ...more

December 31, 2008

Santa Claus might not have any trouble whisking around the world on Christmas Eve, bringing every boy and girl toys and other special gifts. ...more

December 31, 2008

Piccadilly Cafeteria, an institution on State Road 60 for more than 21 years, closed its doors for good on Christmas Eve. ...more

December 30, 2008

Bruce and Sylvia Pardo started the new year in 2006 with all signs pointing to a bright future - an upcoming marriage, a combined income of about $150,000, half-million-dollar home on a quiet cul-de-sac and a beloved dog, Saki. ...more

December 28, 2008

Lightning center and No. 1 overall draft pick Steven Stamkos is making the transition this season from junior star to NHL regular. Throughout the season, the 18-year-old from Markham, Ontario, will share his experiences with Tribune writer Erik Erlendsson to give readers an insight into a new way of life during his rookie journey. ...more

December 28, 2008

A man who carried out a Christmas Eve massacre and arson dressed as Santa at the home of his former in-laws apparently intended to flee the United States, but his plans were dashed after the inferno he created severely burned his arms and melted his red costume onto his body, police said Friday. ...more

December 27, 2008

American Red Cross volunteers helped a family of five who lost their home to fire on Christmas Eve, according to Phil Attinger with the American Red Cross Polk County chapter. ...more

December 26, 2008