SEBRING — Every Thursday, representatives from all aspects of child abuse sit around the conference room of the Children's Advocacy Center to discuss open cases and devise plans of action. It's a far cry from when the Children's Services Council was created in 1990. "We couldn't get any questions answered because everything was confidential and secret," said Ruth Handley, a founding member of the council. Things started to change when the Children's Advocacy Center opened in 1997 and things became increasingly better coordinated. With the Highlands County Sheriff's Office Special Victims Unit moving in Dec. 1, even more services will be centralized in the building that helps about 500 children per year. ...more

November 16, 2007

Although there are still a few weeks left until the end of the season, the Lennard Longhorns girls' volleyball team has exceeded expectations. ...more

October 10, 2007

President Vladimir Putin, in a surprise announcement, opened the door Monday to becoming Russia's prime minister and retaining power when his presidential term ends next year. ...more

October 2, 2007

Bucs CB Phillip Buchanon's only responsibilities Sunday were to replace Brian Kelly, who was out with a groin injury, help contain one on the NFL's strongest offenses and remind everyone why he once was a first-round draft pick. ...more

September 17, 2007

Two popular Pasco County bowling centers will hold various bowling-related events in the coming weeks to raise money for special causes. ...more

September 12, 2007