WASHINGTON (AP) — Bill Cosby watched as the stars lined up Monday night to pay tribute to his brand of comedy that broke down racial barriers and stereotypes and quipped that usually when a man sees his life flash before his eyes, it's for a bad reason. ...more

October 26, 2009

An arts and cultural festival that began 13 years ago as an attempt to fill a tourism gap between the Reno Rodeo in June and the Hot August Nights car rally is coming of age as a key component of civic leaders' efforts to revive the city's image and restore its sense of community. ...more

June 29, 2008

AVON PARK — Xavier McLeod liked the sound of the trumpet, which inspired him to take up the instrument five years ago. Now the 16-year-old high school junior plays the horn as a member of the Avon Park High School Grenadier Band. Early in the fall he was accepted in the West Coast Symphony Orchestra. He travels to Sarasota every Monday evening to practice with the symphony. McLeod also takes private lessons. "I'm looking at making music as a career right now, but it might change in the future," he said. His present plans are to go to college as a music major, but hasn't yet decided on the college he will attend. ...more

February 9, 2008

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Howard W. Blake High's Magnet School for the Arts has invited some of its graduates to perform and exhibit their work at the third annual Gala Arts Event and Fundraiser on Friday. ...more

January 23, 2008

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Howard W. Blake High's Magnet School for the Arts has invited some of its graduates to perform and exhibit their work at the third annual Gala Arts Event and Fundraiser on Friday. ...more

January 21, 2008