St. Petersburg junior welterweight Derrick Samuels physically imposed his will on Roberto Valenzuela (48-46-2) during his seventh-round technical knockout victory at the A La Carte Event Pavilion on Friday. ...more

March 28, 2009

Plant City native Chevelle Hallback makes her MMA debut Friday at the Forum. ...more

December 4, 2008

The Florida Supreme Court has reversed two death sentences, one a 22-year-old murder case from Leon County and the other in the killing of a Brevard County couple in 2000. ...more

September 25, 2008

Much is made of those who work hard to achieve something. They appreciate milestones much more than individuals to whom achievements are handed. ...more

September 13, 2008

Bowing to residents' opposition, county planning commissioners on Wednesday voted against plans to develop Berry Hill Estates on land along Blanton Road west of town. ...more

September 11, 2008

Oscar De La Hoya finally has an opponent for his farewell fight — only the Golden Boy's tantalizing matchup with Manny Pacquiao might not be his final bout after all. ...more

August 29, 2008

only the Golden Boy's tantalizing matchup with Manny Pacquiao might not be his final bout after all. ...more

August 29, 2008

Boxing's unwritten rule goes like this: To beat the champ, you must beat the champ. Belts do not change waistlines on technicalities; in a close match, deference is paid to the titleholder. ...more

August 24, 2008

Some New Tampa community development district incumbents will coast into another term, while others have stiff opposition. ...more

June 28, 2008

LAND O' LAKES - So, this is what happens when one steps up his level of opponent. ...more

June 21, 2008