Our community faces a defining moment. Reeling from an economic downturn unprecedented in our time, we have within our grasp an historic opportunity to invest in our community by funding and developing a state-of-the art transit system in Hillsborough County. This system would connect our citizens to friends, family, jobs, education, health care, cultural resources, retail, restaurants and entertainment not only in Hillsborough but throughout the region. ...more

March 16, 2010

CRIME TRACKER This crime index is published in an effort to help residents keep track of crime in their neighborhood and to promote public safety. Below is a listing of crimes handled by the Pasco County Sheriff's Office from Jan. 24-30 arranged by ZIP code. These are crimes that have been investigated by deputies and don't reflect unfounded calls for service. ...more

February 11, 2010

With the deadline for completion looming, the group building the eastern extension of State Road 56 has asked Pasco County for more time to finish the project. ...more

February 11, 2010

If President Barack Obama attended Carrollwood Day School, he'd have some work to do to bring up his grade point average. ...more

February 10, 2010

If President Barack Obama attended Carrollwood Day School, he'd have some work to do to bring up his grade point average. ...more

February 10, 2010

In my capacity as a member of the Florida Legislature, I have always been intrigued by the rich history of our state. I think Bill Gunter, as a former elected official, would agree that it is important to study and learn from the past because, as Winston Churchill said, "Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it." ...more

February 7, 2010

Frank Hoff Jr. never used his "disability" as a crutch. He was stricken by polio at 7 years old, and the disease left his back bent by scoliosis. ...more

February 6, 2010

A 30-year fugitive was ordered held without bail during an initial appearance today in Osceola County, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. ...more

February 5, 2010

This is a partial list of service calls reported Jan. 28 through Feb. 3 to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. Questions about a specific event should be directed to the department at (813) 247-8200. 33548 Crooked Ln, Block 19000, theft, Feb. 1, 1:02 p.m. Crooked Ln, Block 19000, theft, Feb. 1, 7:24 a.m. ...more

February 4, 2010

This is a partial list of service calls reported Jan. 28 through Feb. 3 to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. Questions about a specific event should be directed to the department at (813) 247-8200. 33556 Taylor Rd, Block 5300, burglary/residence, Jan. 30, 11:59 a.m. 33558 Cellini Pl, Block 19100, mail theft, Jan. 30, 9:22 a.m. ...more

February 4, 2010