A man was killed this afternoon when he lost control of a sport utility vehicle and crashed into a gas station pump on Shady Hills Road. ...more

March 4, 2009

Law and Order briefs. ...more

February 25, 2009

Responsible pet owners should do it, says Nancy Parry, a New Yorker who is wintering in Wauchula. ...more

February 20, 2009

Twelve Fred Wild Elementary students had been taken out of school early by their parents by 1:20 p.m. on Wednesday. ...more

February 19, 2009

The grandmother of slain Orlando toddler Caylee Anthony says the child's life didn't end "without a purpose." ...more

February 8, 2009

Dear Abby: I'm a fiercely independent and headstrong woman. I have recently begun dating my childhood sweetheart, "Jess," again after 20 years. Jess is traditional and would prefer I surrender my independence and allow him to take the "man's" role. We are trying to compromise, but now another issue has come up. ...more

February 8, 2009

PLANT CITY It's a busy time for one of the city's oldest churches. Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church is observing its founding with special services, not to mention its plans to host a big gospel music extravaganza. It adds up to a celebration that continues over two weekends. The ceremonies to mark its founding include a service at 4 p.m. Feb. 15 featuring J.L. Downing of New Jerusalem M. B. Church of Lakeland. ...more

February 4, 2009

The Exchange Club meets at noon every Monday on Harbour Island. ...more

February 3, 2009

Does the world really need another cookbook? Benita Long thought so. At least that the religious retail market did. ...more

January 31, 2009

The grandfather of a slain Florida toddler was taken to a hospital early Friday morning after he was reported missing and sparked concerns that he might be suicidal. ...more

January 24, 2009