LAND O' LAKES - Nate Schafer looked down at his hands, encased in red tackified gloves, and gave his confession. ...more

September 27, 2008

When the Armwood coaching staff decided to change its offensive scheme in the spring to the spread option, it was hoping it would lead to a more explosive unit. That has certainly been the case through the Hawks' first two go-rounds in the new formation. ...more

September 2, 2008

On paper, the USF-Patel Charter School appeared a perfect marriage. ...more

August 1, 2008

A resident in our condominium is creating serious problems with threats. He has threatened many of our children and adults to the point of saying he has a gun and will kill them. There have been 23 calls to the police in response to his threats. The police say they cannot do anything. Our association attorney says the same. We would like to know if this answer is correct. ...more

June 5, 2008

SEBRING — With shoppers usually waiting outside for the doors to open, the Habitat for Humanity Home Supply store is easily the busiest place in downtown Sebring. Although many Habitat for Humanity affiliates have similar stores selling furniture and building materials, most are not as popular or profitable as the one on 137 S. Commerce Ave. "We have one of the most successful home supply stores in the nation," said Jane Breylinger, executive director of Highlands County Habitat for Humanity. Store Manager Chuck Ball said the store had more than $600,000 of sales last year. That's enough not only to cover the administration costs of the nonprofit organization but also to build two houses every year. ...more

February 23, 2008

Powell's junior varsity, Challenger K-8 varsity each add wins. ...more

February 19, 2008

Men's Fitness magazine named Fowler White Boggs Banker, a Florida-based law firm, as one of the 15 fittest American companies. ...more

February 15, 2008

Billy Donovan taught John Pelphrey well - maybe a little too well for Donovan's own good. ...more

February 3, 2008

Behind an unknown Tom Brady and a turnover-producing defense, the Patriots upset the St. Louis Rams 20-17 on a last-second 48-yard field goal by Adam Vinatieri to win their first Super Bowl. ...more

February 3, 2008

It's no surprise that South Florida Community College's President Norman Stephens received a positive evaluation. He's as good as they come in his position anywhere in the nation. The fact is, our area is filled with leaders who do a fine job. Stephens has continued a tradition of excellence at SFCC. If anyone's been critical of his leadership, we haven't heard it. That's amazing because rarely does anyone in a position of power maintain such high regard from so many people. Even many outstanding leaders, due to the tough decisions they have to make every day, generate a few enemies along the way. City managers, county administrators, school superintendents and a number of other key positions are tasked with difficult jobs that require decision making that upsets some people. Often those jobs have a high turnover. A lot of city administrators around the country last about five years and move on, due to their inability to be effective. ...more

February 1, 2008