Hillsborough County commissioners approved on Wednesday a lawsuit against a former sheriff's deputy who has been living rent-free at a Brandon park for more than a year. ...more

November 5, 2009

Conga Caliente drew food and music lovers to Al Lopez Park in Tampa on Sunday for a free celebration of Latin American culture. The third annual event, put on by Tampa Parks and Recreation and Coda Sound, included performances by international salsa favorite Rey Ruiz, and Tito Rojas, named Puerto Rico's Best Salsa Artist. Dominoes tournaments, cigar rolling and plenty of ethnic foods were available, along with information on health care and finances. ...more

November 2, 2009

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

At least three of five school board members agree board policy concerning anonymous tips about district employees needs to change. ...more

October 26, 2009

Don Pirk of Weeki Wachee doesn't believe raising the parking fee at Pine Island a buck is a big deal. ...more

October 22, 2009

Tarpon Springs Public Services Director Juan Cruz has retired after working for the city 43 years. ...more

October 21, 2009

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

October 21, 2009

Williams Park pool is closed indefinitely. But city parks and recreation officials are reviewing long-range options to reopen it. ...more

August 5, 2009

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

April 24, 2009

A long-discussed skateboard park at the Land O' Lakes Recreation Complex on Collier Parkway will be open to the public starting at 3 p.m. today. The park, which can accommodate up to 15 skaters at a time, was designed with input from kids who know the difference between a grind rail, grind box and jump box, all of which are part of the $91,000 facility. ...more

March 27, 2009