There's a new physical fitness class in South Shore for those who haven't given up on their New Year's resolutions to lose weight. ...more

February 26, 2009

For some 18 years, Willy's Tropical Breeze has been selling food and cold drinks to beach-goers at Pine Island. ...more

February 21, 2009

A Tampa Bay area animal agency is helping some neglected dogs from North Carolina. ...more

February 12, 2009

An 18-month-old Basenji mix that was abandoned at a county dump just before giving birth to seven pups is doting on her brood, animal officials said Friday. ...more

February 7, 2009

An 18-month-old Basenji mix that was abandoned at a county dump just before giving birth to seven pups is doting on her new brood, animal officials said today. ...more

February 6, 2009

A local hospital blood shortage is prompting a call for certain Tampa Bay area donors. Florida Blood Services is in critical need of O negative, O positive and A negative blood. Donors with these types are urged to give blood at a Florida Blood Services donor center or Bloodmobile as soon as possible. Locations are available by calling 1-800-68-BLOOD (1-800-682-5663) or going to www.fbsblood.org. ...more

February 5, 2009

The Pittsburgh-area reporter hadn't even begun to ask his question at this morning's news conference when Steelers coach Mike Tomlin cut him off. "Hines is great," Tomlin said, prompting laughter from the audience. Yes, the status of Hines Ward's right knee remains the hottest topic leading to Sunday's Sunday Bowl, but Tomlin is increasingly adamant that there's no reason for concern regarding his gritty receiver. ...more

January 30, 2009

There's an opening in Tampa for a federal magistrate judge. U.S. Magistrate Mary Scriven recently was elevated to district court judge. ...more

January 19, 2009

Imagine how you would look and feel if you never bathed, brushed your hair or trimmed your nails. To be healthy and happy, your companion animal needs basic grooming, too. ...more

January 11, 2009

The ball has dropped on another year, 2009 has arrived and resolutions are often a part of it. ...more

January 1, 2009