When he was a Hillsborough County sheriff's deputy, Michael Cartwright signed an agreement with the county allowing him to live in a mobile home at a Brandon park without paying rent. ...more

October 31, 2009

Residents who worried their neighborhood would be overwhelmed with high-rise buildings and concrete finally are seeing green space. ...more

October 21, 2009

A volleyball coach with the city's recreation department was arrested this afternoon, accused of pawning a necklace belonging to one of her players, police said. ...more

June 2, 2009

Audrey Williams from the Brooksville Parks and Recreation Department ...more

April 24, 2009

First Reggae Fest to be held at Pedersen Park. ...more

March 26, 2009

Marilyn Wolf of New Port Richey thanks city officials for the creation of the dog park at Meadows Park. ...more

March 25, 2009

Temperatures could climb this weekend to near 80 degrees, tempting swimmers to make the most of the county's popular swimming areas. ...more

March 6, 2009

A city of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department employee stole a riding lawn mower from his employer, Tampa police say. ...more

February 27, 2009

Volunteers are being sought for the first One Man Rally, an effort to bring male mentors together with young men and boys who need role models. ...more

February 27, 2009

The Pasco County Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a few good rangers. The county department hopes to recruit up to a dozen more rangers, Buckman said, along with donations for communication devices and more uniforms. ...more

February 25, 2009