For 30-plus years, Roland D. "Chip" Waller has orchestrated the West Pasco Bar Association's annual officer installation dinner so that it ran like clockwork. ...more

July 4, 2008

African-Americans have been celebrating their heritage throughout February as a part of Black History Month. For those who have shied away from searching for their slave ancestors because they've heard how difficult it is, this month of celebration is a good time to meet the challenge. ...more

February 24, 2008

SEBRING — Valentine's Day is a time for lovers to express their feelings — and sometimes they do it in places you wouldn't expect — like the courthouse. But on Thursday it remained unusually quiet in the marriage licensing department at the Highlands County Courthouse. "We were really shocked because we didn't have very many appointments," said Debbie Carpenter. "I don't know why we don't have the same number (of ceremonies scheduled) as we've had in the past." In all, the courthouse had three marriage ceremonies scheduled on Thursday, but only two couples showed up. Typically, Valentine's Day is so busy for employees that it's the only day of the year where citizens who want to get married have to phone in an appointment. ...more

February 15, 2008