Liduvina "Lucy" Nieves sat on a new sofa in her new house Friday morning, overwhelmed and nearly speechless. ...more

January 31, 2009

Liduvina "Lucy" Nieves sat on a new sofa in her new house this morning, overwhelmed and nearly speechless. "The change is incredible," said Nieves, 66, who has lived on Union Street for 30 years. Nieves' home was one of 20 in her neighborhood rehabilitated and completed today as part of Kickoff to Rebuild, a project sponsored by the nonprofit Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay and the National Football League. ...more

January 30, 2009

During your working years, you put money away, hoping that it will grow enough to help provide you with a comfortable retirement. But once you retire, haven't you reached your goal? You don't still need to invest for growth, do you? ...more

January 30, 2009

Public Can Sound Off On Station Relocation County officials will hold a public meeting 6:30 p.m. Tuesday on a proposal to relocate a fire station from Springhead to Bealsville in eastern Hillsborough. ...more

January 28, 2009

While many restaurants are struggling to stay afloat, one local eatery has moved to larger quarters and expanded its menu. ...more

January 24, 2009

It may come as no surprise, but Floridians have lost even more confidence in the real estate market. ...more

January 22, 2009

PLANT CITY Former members of Sweet Rye, Silver Dollar Band and other area musicians will gather Jan. 31 for The Southern Rock Volunteer Jam. ...more

January 21, 2009

It may come as no surprise, but Floridians have lost even more confidence in the real estate market. Consumers aren't optimistic about any part of the market – housing, retail or office, according to a survey released today by the University of Florida. ...more

January 21, 2009

Liduvina "Lucy" Nieves's home for three decades was deteriorating. What remained was an emotional bond and a roof over her head. ...more

January 21, 2009

Liduvina "Lucy" Nieves's home for three decades was deteriorating. What remained was an emotional bond and a roof over her head. ...more

January 21, 2009