Every year, 20,000 rubber ducks race down the Hillsborough River to help end hunger in this area. ...more

October 14, 2009

The Florida Lottery is giving up Lotto Plus less than a year and a half after offering higher jackpots to people who spend more on tickets. ...more

September 24, 2009

Saint Leo University's Drama Ministry program is presenting a new Easter-season musical revue, "Hear My Song: a Journey of Faith," featuring compositions that reflect the themes of faith, hope and love. ...more

April 2, 2009

IT TAKES TWO USF and Kentucky each received bowl bids this season after winning only two conference games, only the third and fourth teams to do so. ...more

December 18, 2008

100-YARD DROUGHT The University of South Florida has not had a 100-yard rusher in 14 consecutive games, dating to the 11th game of last season, when Mike Ford rushed for a career-high 140 yards. ...more

December 17, 2008

See the man on the flying trapeze for free Friday when you donate nonperishable food to Metropolitan Ministries. The local pantry, which provides goods and services to poor and homeless families, is in need of food stuff, including cereal, stuffing, canned meat, vegetables and canned fruit. Metropolitan Ministries serves more than 150 families a day, according to a news release. ...more

November 19, 2008

Catholics will kick off the Advent season with a concert featuring national Christian recording artist Matt Maher. ...more

November 19, 2008

Gov. Sarah Palin's approach is correct. ...more

October 12, 2008

Tampa Fire Rescue officials will no longer accept free tickets to Tampa Bay Lightning games, fire officials said Friday. ...more

December 21, 2007