With security fences removed, mounds of trash collected and the stench of urine largely dissipated, South Tampa residents still are talking about the annual assault they face when the Gasparilla parade rolls into town. ...more

March 6, 2009

Residents surrounding Bayshore Boulevard talked Wednesday night of a war they annually face when Gasparilla rolls into town. ...more

March 5, 2009

Neighborhood groups will present photos of inappropriate public behavior to city officials in hopes of finding a solution. ...more

February 10, 2009

Residents of neighborhoods surrounding Bayshore Boulevard say they love a parade as much as anybody. What some don't enjoy is a prevalence of inappropriate public behavior – underage drinking, urinating in public and open sexuality – during the Gasparilla Pirate Fest. ...more

February 9, 2009

RIVERVIEW Despite the weakened economy, GS Development is taking a chance on South Shore. Based in Tifton, Ga., the company opened a six-story, 119-room Hilton Garden Inn Thursday at 4130 Crescent Park Drive in Riverview. ...more

January 21, 2009

Despite the weakened economy, GS Development is taking a chance on South Shore. Based in Tifton, Ga., the company is opening a six-story, 119-room Hilton Garden Inn today at 4130 Crescent Park Drive. ...more

January 15, 2009

At a meeting of the Brandon Lions Club Nov. 20, Susan Stathas, immediate past district governor, installed officers of the Bloomingdale High School Leo Club. The 20-year-old Leo club is one of three sponsored by the Brandon Lions. Others are at Brandon and Newsome high schools. ...more

December 17, 2008

"Health and Wealth" is the theme of the third annual Women-N-Charge Expo. Aside from promoting the dual cause of improved personal well-being and financial success, this free event reflects the mission of its host organization. ...more

January 18, 2008