Two Relays for Life hold kickoff meetings next week to prepare for the springtime fundraisers for the American Cancer Society. ...more

November 24, 2007

BROOKSVILLE — Just because an airplane is a "mini" doesn't mean it can't hold its own. ...more

November 13, 2007

LAKE PLACID — Tiles by Fran Inc. has been in business in Lake Placid more than 20 years, but the company's Paula Tharpe believes few people in the community know about the decorative tile operation. But that should change because of a new address. Tiles by Fran Inc. has moved from Placid Lakes to 208 N. Main Ave. in downtown Lake Placid. "I knew we had to move into town to get traffic and let people know we are in business," Tharpe said. Fran and Paul Hadden, Paula's parents, started the business in the mid-1980s. Fran started in her home and then 15 years ago moved the business to Lake Groves Road in Placid Lakes. ...more

November 4, 2007

Things To Do is a list of some of the most interesting upcoming events. For a complete list of Tampa Bay area events, see this week's Friday Extra. ...more

October 31, 2007

Maureen Montalvo has been a consignment store devotee since the 1980s, when she wrapped up a six-year stint as a shoe model in New York City. ...more

October 25, 2007

George and Cassandra Banning hosted the Plant City Daybreak Rotary Club's first Halloween Howl party for charity in 2006 at their Walden Lake home. A second one is planned for Saturday, with profits going to Unity in the Community, which helps Plant City area people in need. It's not too late to buy a ticket for this year's Halloween Howl party starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Banning home, 2506 Clubhouse Drive, Plant City. The festivities include a buffet, cocktails, silent auction, door prizes and costume contests. Tickets are $75 per person. For information, call (813) 752-1078. ...more

October 24, 2007

Halloween Happenings SCARE THE CROW FUNDRAISER: Plaza Bella, 1078 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico. A 'Scare The Crow' fundraiser will be held from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. today. Local businesses and organizations are invited to build scarecrows to be auctioned off to benefit the charity of their choice. Brandon Honorary Mayor George T. May IV will judge the contest. Awards will be given in three categories: trendiest, best and brainiest. Plaza merchants will offer activities throughout the day, including games and face-painting for children, music, door prizes, refreshments and merchandise discounts. Call (813) 685-9494. ...more

October 13, 2007

This weekend will be a busy time for bowlers and bowling fans in Pasco County. The area will host two significant bowling events ...more

October 6, 2007

ST. PETERSBURG - The Tampa Bay Estuary Program is extending an invitation to residents throughout the region to increase their knowledge of the bay. ...more

October 3, 2007

Things To Do is a list of some of the most interesting upcoming events. For a complete list of Tampa Bay area events, see this week's Friday Extra. ...more

October 3, 2007