'I just do it because it's me'
A Meadow Pointe homeowner's idea of ornamentation has nothing to do with Christmas trees.

Pair choose hands-on giving
Two women devoted to helping others stop simply writing checks and start getting involved in the charity work.

Sports shrink
A versatile sports announcer turned radio host, Jim Karvellas goes Beyond the Game into people's heads. He doesn't just want to know things. He has to.

Lutz teams toppled at the top
The Chiefs won the last PPAL Super Bowls. This year wasn't a winning one for the varsity and junior varsity.

Shops blossom on Bruce B. Downs
Eager for customers in the growing Meadow Pointe area, a batch of new businesses plan to enter the market.

Week in Review
WHARTON TEENS THANK FIREFIGHTERS -- Angel Hines knows it takes more than sweet potato casserole, blueberry cobbler and banana pudding to make Thanksgiving complete.

Slate firms up for March City Council election
Incumbent Shawn Harrison will face two opponents for the District 7 seat. A central issue: roads.

Spat with builders stalls fire station
Construction in Wesley Chapel has been suspended. Pasco County is looking for ways to finish the project.

Ride & Run with Stars on Saturday
'Tis the season, and there are not many bicycle rides where Santa and an elf land at the finish line in a helicopter.

Lutz snags 2 crowns at Cheeroffs
LUTZ -- In the first season of the Super Cheeroffs' expanded format, host Lutz won two of four Pasco Police Athletic League division titles.

One woman's mission: caring for stray cats
Billie Dickover, founder of Fix and Feed Feline Ferals, does whatever she can to help cats without homes.

Crafty entrepreneurs
For two self-taught jewelrymakers, creating a piece by hand puts a twinkle in their eye.

37 homes, new lake to replace old tree farm
Lots in the new neighborhood off Newberger Road, dubbed Pinecrest, will start at $80,000. For lots with houses: $270,000.

Northdale having annual Holiday Light Festival
NORTHDALE -- Northdale residents will celebrate their annual Holiday Light Festival again this year, with prizes promised for the houses most aglow.

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