As families increasingly struggle to put food on the table, South Shore food pantries are seeing record demand—and running low on supplies. Your donation of nonperishable foods or cash, regardless of ...

From missions in the military to mission-driven work in the community, Deborah and Duane Williams have made their mark as Rotarians with servant hearts. At a major event in Riverview last month, ...

The Sun City Center Emergency Squad has once again earned national recognition for its unwavering commitment to volunteer emergency medical service. In October, Chief Mike Bardell and Robin Watt, ...

On Oct. 23, the Rev. Malcolm “Mac” Clements celebrated his 50th year at First Baptist Church of Gibsonton. Located at 9912 Indiana Street, Gibsonton, Florida, the First Baptist Church of Gibsonton ...

The Raptor Center of Tampa Bay will present “I Can Save the Planet,” from 1 to 4 p.m., Nov. 8, at the Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave. NE, Ruskin. The fun-filled, educational experience for ...

During a bit of a lull, with only a couple of South Shore football teams in action, an annual ritual took place in Tampa. The fall is not typically thought of as a time for high school baseball, but, ...

It may be hard to believe, but the HS football regular season ended this past weekend. The Florida High School Athletics Association (FHSAA) will turn its attention to determining who plays into the ...

Lorraine S. Lowell was born in Lewiston, Maine, the daughter of lighthouse keeper Clarence A. and Annette Bourassa Skolfield of North Harpswell, Maine. She passed away suddenly and peacefully on ...

The Greater SouthShore Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the annual Ruskin Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, Nov. 8—and you’re invited to join this patriotic, community-wide celebration. Last year, ...

Lyle Ray Laartz, aged 85, passed away October 21, 2025, at South Shore Hospital, Sun City Center, FL, with family by his side. He had survived a diagnosis of gastric cancer for two years but not the ...

After last year’s cancellation caused by Hurricane Milton, the 7th Annual Treasure Hunt at the Little Manatee River State Park is back and better than ever. Join the Friends of the Park, Nov. 15, for ...

Sumner continued its winning ways with a 30-14 road victory over Strawberry Crest on Oct. 17. The Rays have now won six of their last seven, with the Lakeland loss the only disruption in the string.