BOYS BASKETBALL Marty George electrifies the crowd with early buzzer-beater as Lions sink Academy at the Lakes, 71-35. ...more

January 31, 2008

As the Hernando Christian Academy seniors stood in line at halftime, the school honoring them on Senior Night, athletic director Mike Drummond read off each one's personal highlight. ...more

January 31, 2008

It's not often that that five city commissioners voice agreement on an issue up for discussion. During last week's City Commission meeting, however, all members agreed that City Manager Robert "Rob" DiSpirito has done an excellent job during his first year at the helm of the city. ...more

January 26, 2008

Geri Lesch of New Port Richey says Rich Lowry's tribute to the late U.S. Rep. Henry Hyde was off the mark. ...more

January 16, 2008

In the midst of such severe drought conditions as we are under in Highlands County, has anyone given any thought to how many gallons of water it will take to produce 47 tons of snow for simple entertainment purposes? ...more

January 10, 2008

This recent guest column by Dr. Leonard Peikoff was a very interesting, thought-provoking read. His historical timelines and explanations were well researched, easy to follow and shed light on many of the Christmas traditions that we enjoy today. His comment of "let's take the Christ out of Christmas, and turn the holiday into a guiltlessly egoistic, pro-reason, this-worldly, commercial celebration," made me ponder if that hadn't actually already been accomplished. Many no doubt find themselves experiencing Dr. Peikoff's kind of Christmas year after year. While they attempt to have a joyous, bountiful holiday, filled with the mirth and overindulgence they see marketed all around them, they later find themselves feeling empty as they clean up the discarded papers, wash loads of dishes and berate themselves for eating or drinking too much once again. The end result winds up being the same year after year; more debt, more pounds to lose and children who still desire the latest, greatest thing, even in the midst of their overabundance. ...more

December 24, 2007

Arguably the top two girl's soccer teams in all of Pasco County battled each other – and the elements – in a rematch game Friday night, as Mitchell hosted undefeated River Ridge for an out-of-district showdown. ...more

December 15, 2007

For weeks now, the delicate seedlings have been arriving from Canada. ...more

November 27, 2007

I have been thinking about the phrase "role model" for some time, what it means to people, especially our youth. In the midst of my thoughts came the news that another superstar athlete was indicted for drug abuse. ...more

November 25, 2007

Sunlake High's Chris Leko expected the misplayed balls. He expected his players to often be out of position. He even expected the multitude of blowout losses. What he never expected were the questions. ...more

November 14, 2007