Florida's tourism industry is taking a hit in the sour economy. It's the first time in seven years that tourism has dropped in the popular Sunshine State, according to statistics released Monday. ...more

February 16, 2009

For the first time in seven years, Highlands County residents will again have the opportunity to recycle glass. ...more

February 12, 2009

Professional golfer Jim Thorpe is facing federal tax evasion charges, accused of failing to pay about $1.6 million owed to the federal government over three years. ...more

February 11, 2009

The congregants at St. Anne Catholic Church, "the living stones" of the church, will receive the first blessing Sunday when their new sanctuary is dedicated. ...more

February 11, 2009

In an effort to ward off evil spirits, colorful lions helped ring in the Year of the Ox. ...more

February 11, 2009

Despite the sagging economy, some area businesses are going good thanks to snowbirds. ...more

February 9, 2009

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February 8, 2009

CARROLLWOOD In an effort to ward off evil spirits, colorful lions helped ring in the Year of the Ox. The costume lions were part of a Jan. 31 Chinese New Year event at First International Oriental Market. ...more

February 5, 2009

In her first interview since giving birth to octuplets, Nadya Suleman tells NBC she wanted a huge family to make up for the isolation she says she always felt as an only child. ...more

February 5, 2009

A visit to a strip club turned into a bad night out for one couple after the woman was accused of smashing a beer bottle against her boyfriend's head, an affidavit states. Miranda Sims, 25, of Seffner, was held without bail at the Orient Road Jail today, charged with felony aggravated battery, records show. ...more

January 21, 2009