Herald angels, those beings who proclaim the glad tiding of Christmas, don't always fit the stereotype of feathered wings and flowing robes. That they come in various forms and sing a variety of songs will be brought out as Freedom Plaza residents welcome hosts of them to celebrate this holiday season. ...more

December 9, 2009

It can sometimes take no more than three seconds for a Christmas tree to become fully engulfed in flames. ...more

December 8, 2009

In February, people travel to Dade City to celebrate an odd little fruit. In December, thousands flock here for another agricultural product. ...more

December 5, 2009

Rita Daskam stands on a chair to put the finishing touches on the Brooksville Garden Club's entry. ...more

December 3, 2009

A real Christmas tree - it was a new sight and smell for 4 1/2- month-old Taryn as she accompanied her grandparents Monday on their annual venture to find just the right tree to centerpiece their holiday decorating. ...more

December 1, 2009

Kira Taylor of New Tampa will meet her hero Santa Claus today, helping him conduct the lighting of Christmas trees during the Symphony in Lights Kick-Off Celebration at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel. ...more

November 21, 2009

Each month, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 139 sends 25 CARE boxes to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The American Legion, SAL and Auxiliary Post 139 pack and prepare the boxes and pay the postage. All supplies are donated by members of American Legion, Auxiliary, senior ladies groups and through private donations. ...more

September 2, 2009

Grab your wallet and car keys and get yourself over to Chamberlain High School. Right now. No excuses. ...more

March 8, 2009

That wilting evergreen that only days ago stood so tall and green in the living room may be running out of life, but there's no reason to throw it out with the trash. ...more

January 1, 2009

TAMPA -- That wilting evergreen that only days ago stood so tall and green in the living room may be running out of life, but there's no reason to throw it out with the trash. Beginning Monday, the city's solid waste department will collect Christmas trees from city residents, free of charge. Then it will grind the old trees into mulch. ...more

December 31, 2008