On Nov. 1, required entry fees replaced optional, suggested donations at Hillsborough County's regional parks. ...more

November 4, 2009

Patty Clark went to Flatwoods Park and wasn't turned off by the $2 entrance fee that went into effect Sunday. ...more

November 2, 2009

Unmanned donation boxes stationed at regional park entryways, dubbed "Iron Rangers" by county staff, will be replaced Sunday with real rangers assigned to collect entry and boat ramp fees for the first time. ...more

October 31, 2009

Hillsborough County's regional parks will begin charging entry fees for the first time on Sunday. ...more

October 30, 2009

Dick Stowers wanted the school bearing his name to have the latest technology, an innovative teaching curriculum and teachers and staff focused on making learning fun for pupils. ...more

October 30, 2009

We're in a drought, and it's not just a water shortage. Many Bay area families have seen the money for entertaining their children during spring break dry up as well. With that in mind, we have uncovered some free and cheap alternatives to a week at an all-inclusive luxury resort that might just please the progeny population. ...more

March 31, 2009

Daily Fishing Report ...more

October 26, 2008

Bass Bite Remains Strong At Kissimmee Chain ...more

October 12, 2008

GO FISHING is a daily look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Mark Cook. ...more

September 22, 2008

In the era before air conditioning and structured play, simple summertime pleasures in Hillsborough County involved a plunge into Lithia Springs, cold watermelon and ice cream parlors. ...more

July 6, 2008