It might have been accidental; it might be a crime. But whatever it was, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating. Someone dumped roofing nails on 19th Avenue Northwest near the entrance of E.G. Simmons Park early Sunday morning, said park ranger Paul Calderoni. ...more

November 3, 2008

FAIRS & FESTS Today South Bay Family Fun Festival: includes rides, food and drawings; 1 p.m. today; South Bay Church, 13498 U.S. 301 S., Riverview; (813) 938-5469 ...more

November 2, 2008

There has been plenty of activity in the Little Manatee River for the past few weeks. ...more

October 22, 2008

The first weekend in November is just around the corner, and for South Shore folks, that means it's time for the 20th annual Ruskin Seafood Festival. ...more

October 15, 2008

Nothing could be more apropos in Florida than mixing classical music with shorts, T-shirts and flip-flops. On Sunday, 65 members of the Florida Orchestra will perform at E.G. Simmons Park, 2401 19th Ave. N.W., from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. It would be a good idea to bring a lawn chair or blanket, and something nonalcoholic to drink while you sit back and relax. ...more

October 8, 2008

The Gulf of Mexico water temperature has finally started to drop, and that should trigger the fall fishing bite. This is prime time for a number of species, with snook and redfish at the top of the list. ...more

October 8, 2008

Hillsborough County was a dominant force at Saturday's FSU Invitational in Tallahassee, with Jesuit winning the boys title and Sickles senior Derek Wehunt taking the individual title. ...more

September 28, 2008

John Mitchell's senior season could translate into a big-time scholarship offer for the runner. If his first meet is a sign, Mitchell will have some very attractive offers to mull over. ...more

September 24, 2008

The big outgoing tides that snook fishermen like will occur early in the morning, before sunrise as the full moon begins to wane. Water temperature is still in the high 80s and clarity is not very good. The good news is that there seems to be plenty of bait on the flats but thus far the snook have not been very cooperative. ...more

September 17, 2008

GO FISHING is a daily look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Fred Everson. ...more

August 31, 2008