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Party Time!
 What's happening on the social scene?
Want to know who sat at the head of the table? Amy Scherzer dishes in her blog about the bay area's social scene. See photos, and send along yours.
 Join The Party!
3 Bucs plan to build in Brandon
A development company that includes Mike Alstott, Dave Moore and Derrick Brooks plans an $8-million office-condo project.
A surprise eviction
Despite assurances, Fern Hill Mobile Home Park residents are left to scramble for new homes after their park is sold.
New library already outgrowing facility
The Friends of the Bloomingdale Regional Library hope to provide additional money for programs.
Rising sinkholes claims may bring tighter rules
Legislation aims to make it harder for homeowners to get insurance payouts. They'll have to offer proof.
Homes
Front Porch: Menorahs, art bring distinction
As impressive as this home's menorah collection is, the paintings and sculptures are even more amazing.
Neighborhood notebook
Animal control officer earns statewide honor
BRANDON - Loretta Bradley, an animal control officer known as "the little pit bull" for her aggressive handling of abuse cases, has acquired another sobriquet: top dog in the state.
Obituary
'Force of nature' found calling in cats
Patricia "Jasmin" Kung: 1959-2005. Brandon's Jasmin Kung helped found a nonprofit organization to assist cats and was doing just that on the day she died at age 46.
Schools
Educator pushes respect, technology at Mulrennen
When Mulrennen Middle School teacher Jonathan Paul Watson typed up his application for Teacher of the Year, he had to use an antiquated typewriter.
Jennifer McCrystal, Valrico Elementary School
Ten years ago, after a difficult spell teaching, Valrico Elementary School teacher Jennifer McCrystal decided she needed to do something different.
Meredith Scribner, Giunta Middle School
Meredith Scribner has had Times Square shut down for her.
Turkey Creek P.E. teacher focuses on student health
Tucked away in a cubby off the gym, Turkey Creek Middle School physical education teacher Tecca Kilmer-Almskog shows off pictures of her students participating in various activities - activities that she spearheaded.
Year in review: 2005
Intriguing people, places stand out in 2005
To end the year, I've decided to present these awards to the newsmakers and neighbors who have made 2005 unforgettable.
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