When Youssef Megahed was trying to gain admission to the University of South Florida, he wrote essays touting his love of the United States. ...more

November 2, 2007

TAMPA – A federal prosecutor says Youssef Megahed made anti-American statements and may have used a computer to visit jihadist Web sites before he was arrested and charged with illegally transporting explosives. ...more

November 1, 2007

Chamber music, costumes and candy will combine for an afternoon treat at Independent Day School. ...more

October 17, 2007

He grew up in Polk County, playing for a youth football team called the Buccaneers, working his way into primary ball-carrying duties as a sophomore at Mulberry High School. His long-term dream was to start in Florida State's backfield. ...more

October 13, 2007

Chamber music, costumes and candy will combine for an afternoon treat at Independent Day School. The private school is offering its Reflections concert series with a Halloween twist this month. The Riverside Brass Quintet from New York will perform at 4 p.m. Oct. 28 at the school's Farish Center, 12015 Orange Grove Drive. The program will last about an hour and is open to the public. Tickets cost $8 for students and $10 for adults and are available at the door or in advance by calling (813) 961-3087. ...more

October 10, 2007

Independent Day School put its wishes for peace on display. About 180 teachers, administrators and middle school students observed the United Nations' International Day of Peace on Sept. 21 by forming a human peace sign at the private school in Carrollwood. They arrived early to school and stood to form the symbol, holding a moment of silence to recognize hopes for peace worldwide. ...more

October 10, 2007

Independent Day School put its wishes for peace on display. About 180 teachers, administrators and middle school students observed the United Nations' International Day of Peace on Sept. 21 by forming a human peace sign at the private school in Carrollwood. They arrived early to school and stood to form the symbol, holding a moment of silence to recognize hopes for peace worldwide. ...more

October 6, 2007

Hillsborough High's Reed Shimberg swims the 100 and 200 freestyle, and he takes classes harder than most of us remember from high school. ...more

September 19, 2007

The Florida Board of Education today will interview seven finalists for state education commissioner, including someone whose candidacy raises a red flag. ...more

September 17, 2007