From dogs and cats in holiday garb to youngsters sitting with Santa, there were lots of great holiday photos in the Carrollwood News & Tribune's 2008 Holiday Photo Contest. ...more

December 31, 2008

Sickles junior Jason McDade was looking for a service project to earn Eagle Scout status when his sister's old glasses caught his attention. After about four months of research, promotions and a little crafting, McDade found himself with 533 pairs of glasses. He will donate them to the West Hillsboro Lions Club, which participates in Lions Club International eyeglasses recycling. ...more

December 31, 2008

CATARACTS: Learn more about cataracts during a seminar on Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. at Cafe Kili, 5631 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, and from 1 to 2 p.m. at Bay Area Eye Institute, 15511 N. Florida Ave., Tampa. The seminar will feature Craig Berger of the Bay Area Eye Institute. Limited seating; call (813) 265-6940 for reservations. ...more

December 27, 2008

From malls to discount stores, procrastinating holiday shoppers are everywhere today, trying to find those last-minute presents. ...more

December 24, 2008

A Christmas tree lot in Citrus Park is offering to give away the last of its Christmas trees to anyone who still wants one. ...more

December 23, 2008

Most of the struggling teenagers don't have a lot themselves, but they know about giving. ...more

December 19, 2008

Movie listings are submitted by Bay area theaters. They are subject to change without notice. These listings reflect only today's movie times. ...more

December 19, 2008

Most of the struggling teenagers don't have a lot themselves, but they know about giving. ...more

December 18, 2008

MONDAY'S SCORES ...more

December 15, 2008

HERNANDO COUNTY SPORTS CALENDAR (thru 12-21) ...more

December 15, 2008