The Humane Society of the Nature Coast (HSNC) will be hosting the fifth annual Pet Expo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 21 and 22 at Tom Varn Park, 275 Darby Lane, in Brooksville. ...more

March 20, 2009

While most of the nation watched in awe as all 155 passengers and crew were plucked safely from a floating jetliner in the Hudson River on Thursday afternoon, officials with Tampa Fire Rescue observed with a critical eye. ...more

January 16, 2009

Budget cuts have forced Hillsborough County Animal Services to reduce the hours its animal surrender gate will be open for people who want to give up their pets. ...more

September 27, 2008

Hillsborough County budget cuts have forced Animal Services to reduce the hours its animal surrender gate will be open for residents who want to give up their pets. ...more

September 25, 2008

Regarding "Lap Of Luxury" (front page, June 23): As a pet owner and animal lover, I was not surprised to read that people continue to pamper their pets while cutting back on themselves. My wife and I try to provide the very best food and veterinary care for our dog and four cats - all rescues. However, I take exception with some of the excesses. ...more

June 24, 2008