Of all the places for President Barack Obama to visit, Arcadia seems like it wouldn't make the list. But we're glad our president will be making it down to our neck of the woods. Maybe he'll see or hear something that opens his eyes to the realities of rural areas like ours. ...more

October 25, 2009

Robert Kirkland wants to build 30 homes on property in Fort Lonesome. ("Red Tape Binds Builders," Metro section, Feb. 26.) ...more

February 27, 2009

As the local economy continues to lose steam, Hillsborough County commissioners are pushing county officials to cut red tape so hundreds of building permits can move forward. ...more

February 26, 2009

As the local economy continues to lose steam, Hillsborough County commissioners are pushing county officials to cut red tape so hundreds of building permits can move forward. ...more

February 25, 2009

A Medicaid privatization program former Gov. Jeb Bush touted as a national model for improving care while limiting state costs is foundering, with nearly a quarter of the participating doctors leaving over payments and the inability to treat patients as they see fit. ...more

January 29, 2009

On Dec. 5, Plant City was shut down by a massive manhunt for a heavily armed suspected killer. ...more

December 17, 2008

Friday, Plant City was shut down by a massive manhunt for a suspected killer. Monday night, that collective experience and individual pain were recognized at Plant City Commission meeting. ...more

December 8, 2008

Don Perna, a winter resident of the Hudson area, says the cleanliness of area roads leave a lot to be desired. ...more

December 6, 2008

City residents and business owners are divided over a state plan to make Gall Boulevard a one-way street. ...more

December 4, 2008

County Commissioner Jeff Stabins' self-styled economic stimulus program will be expanded a second time to try and drum up interest in the community. ...more

November 29, 2008