The Rays parted ways Monday with a pair of veterans who did as much work off the field as on it during the 2008 season. ...more

November 4, 2008

The race for the city council's Group 3 seat pits the current vice-mayor against a former mayor and a political newcomer. ...more

October 26, 2008

"The Necklace," by Cheryl Jarvis (Ballantine Books, $24) ...more

October 26, 2008

A few minutes into the fourth quarter, Armwood's Angelo Hadley intercepted a pass and returned it 25 yards for a touchdown, which led to something that had never - ever - happened in the 16 years Earl Garcia has coached at Hillsborough. ...more

October 25, 2008

In response to the letter by Marlene Barger titled "Grimming is Best" (Oct 18) where she states, "Recently asked city level law enforcement officers how many official meetings they have had in the past four years with the Sheriffs Office, they said zero." Even when one is staying out of politics related to the sheriff's race, one is inclined to set the record straight and make sure people vote based on true and factual information. While our meetings haven't been official, I have personally on behalf of Lake Placid Police Department been in several meetings with the sheriff's office and/or the sheriff over the past four years. ...more

October 20, 2008

The 60-mile 3-Day will take place Halloween weekend in Tampa/St. Petersburg; Proceeds go toward the Susan B. Komen Foundation ...more

October 20, 2008

From Hawaii to Indiana to Washington, D.C., voter rolls are swelling, and now Hernando County can be added to the list. ...more

October 16, 2008

Despite pressure from some parents, the Sarasota County School District is sticking with its plan to let a committee determine when to deliver lifesaving equipment to the schools. ...more

September 30, 2008

TAMPA - A city report says brick walls at the former Gary Adult High School are unstable and in danger of falling but adds that steps can be taken to shore up the historical building. ...more

August 7, 2008

"Waiter Rant: Thanks for the Tip - Confessions of a Cynical Waiter," by The Waiter (Ecco, William Morris, $25) ...more

August 3, 2008