Michael Fradera won't buckle to a challenge. Even after losing both legs after a roadside bomb exploded while he served in Baghdad, Fradera has embraced his love for athletics and competition. ...more

March 11, 2009

Michael Fradera lost both legs when a roadside bomb exploded in Iraq in August 2007. ...more

March 6, 2009

The annual St. Petersburg Healthy Start event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at Hospice of the Florida Suncoast, 3050 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg. Available free services will include HIV testing and counseling; pregnancy, blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar testing; and height and weight measurements. There will also be a talent showcase, door prizes and a holiday tree giveaway. Call (727) 767-6782. ...more

December 14, 2007

CANCER NETWORK: The Tampa Bay Affiliate of PanCAN (the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network) will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Tampa Unity Church, 3302 W. Horatio St., Tampa. For information, call Sandi Martin at (813) 654-0977. ...more

December 7, 2007