and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me to recommend to the people of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness. ...more

November 26, 2009

The parents of teenager recovering at a Miami hospital after being set on fire issued a letter of thanks. ...more

October 25, 2009

The Pasco County Health Department has reported the first swine-flu related death of a county resident. ...more

October 8, 2009

Several members from First Baptist Church have been volunteering their time the past week to make repairs on the home of fellow church member Joy Stubbs. The work will take about another week and includes re-roofing, painting, yard clean-up and repairing windows and doors. Local businesses donated supplies to help the church with their first extensive home project. "It's nice to work alongside people with a common goal," said Joy and added as she teared up, "the Lord's just answering prayers." ...more

August 7, 2009

I recently spent several days in Florida Hospital Lake Placid. This was my first experience in 69 years as a patient. The other hospital experiences that I had were as a pastor/chaplain, which is quite a difference. ...more

June 11, 2009

We the Pearson family (Bill, Debbie and Erik of the Blue Crab Restaurant) wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the community of Highlands County and to all of our northern friends for the overwhelming outpour of love, prayers, support and donations. Jason's long recovery has been remarkable and continues to improve daily. ...more

June 1, 2009

Three years ago my husband Sam died after a 10-year bout with Alzheimer's. Since his passing, I have been a part of Lyn and Bill Roche's caregiver support group. What a blessing they have been to me. ...more

May 13, 2009

Saint Leo University's Drama Ministry program is presenting a new Easter-season musical revue, "Hear My Song: a Journey of Faith," featuring compositions that reflect the themes of faith, hope and love. ...more

April 2, 2009

The families of two missing boaters met with the sole survivor of a boating accident to find some answers. ...more

March 9, 2009

The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from a high school football coach who wants to bow his head and kneel during prayers led by his players despite a school district policy prohibiting it. ...more

March 2, 2009