77 years old. The owners on the floor above me installed a washing machine from which suds and water come into my apartment through the wastewater drains. I reported the problem to the manager but nothing has been done to correct the problem. We have laundry rooms in the building but, of course, people prefer to have their own machines. ...more

March 29, 2009

Recently, there has been a great deal of news coverage that has prompted concern about increased rates for garbage disposal in Hernando County due to alleged "delays" in permitting the Hernando County's landfill expansion. ...more

March 21, 2009

The school district's facilities director faces a three-day suspension for allegedly buying a piece of equipment without the superintendent's permission, records show. ...more

February 14, 2009

The trash talking has begun. In a stinging letter Friday, garbage disposal company Republic Services rejected a $6.19 billion unsolicited takeover offer from larger rival Waste Management, announced this week. ...more

July 19, 2008

Hillsborough County residents will see slightly higher garbage bills starting in January. ...more

July 18, 2008

More than 50 volunteers converged on the home of Norma Hicks, a teacher's assistant and single mom in Clair-Mel City, intent on sprucing up her domicile by slapping on a coat of paint, making repairs and adding a splash of landscaping. ...more

June 20, 2008

TAMPA - More than 50 volunteers converged on the home of Norma Hicks, a teacher and single mom in Clair-Mel City, intent on sprucing up her domicile by slapping on a coat of paint, making repairs and adding a splash of landscaping. ...more

June 19, 2008

The Not-In-My-Backyard label carries a negative connotation, mainly that people who live in an area are selfishly opposed to any more development. It's a convenient label to apply, too, when anyone speaks out. ...more

October 14, 2007