Wind Protection Needed A new law that was effective Jan. 1 requires homeowners to install wind protection for windows and doors if they are insured with Citizens for a value of $750,000 or more and live within the wind-borne debris zone. ...more

April 2, 2009

A new company has been formed in Sebring by the joining of two existing companies - a blinds company owned by Mike Smith and a floor covering company owned by Daniel Epley. ...more

March 8, 2009

Filing your federal taxes could put a few extra bucks in your pocket this year, especially if you pay close attention to the fine print. ...more

March 1, 2009

moved to follow my head as I righted myself in the chair. Joop sighed and shifted beside me. I was grateful for the tiny sound of his breathing. ...more

January 18, 2009

When I was little, I wanted a troll for Christmas. It wasn't just me; my brothers wanted one, too. Only problem was our mom hated trolls; she thought they were ugly and pointless. And, in the lean years after her divorce, I'm sure she thought trolls were a luxury in a household constantly in need of new shoes and mittens and hats for three growing children. ...more

December 25, 2008

The building at 32 Kartashov St. had had enough. It once served as home to a 19th century merchant, a little log masterpiece with ornate doors and shutters carved like doilies and a structural swagger that said, "Look at me!" ...more

July 6, 2008

Sit down with your family and make a plan for keeping safe during a storm. Here are some things you should think about: ...more

May 29, 2008

Sit down with your family and make a plan for keeping safe during a storm. Here are some things you should think about: ...more

May 23, 2008

TAMPA - For low-income residents in Hillsborough County, the cost to participate in the My Safe Florida Home grant program often can exceed their meager means. Faced with paying upfront for improvements, as much as $5,000, then waiting for a state reimbursement, low-income residents are finding the program is out of their financial reach. It wasn't supposed to be this way. ...more

January 27, 2008

For low-income residents in Hillsborough County, the cost to participate in the My Safe Florida Home grant program often can exceed their meager means. ...more

January 27, 2008