Old skills, new words [Times photo: On a soccer field in Carrollwood, a coach from the Dominican Republic teaches boys the tricks of soccer. In turn, they teach him their language. Environment is the key to learning language Experts say immersing yourself in a new culture is the best way to learn a new language.

Request to expand center is denied
A gasoline station still may be built, however, near the proposed shopping center, much to the dismay of neighbors.

Building up a business
A competitive bodybuilder opens his dream business, a small gym combined with a cafe, where he provides health and nutrition counseling.

Out & about
VOICES FOR ANIMALS: Learn to eat healthier while protecting the lives of animals with Florida Voices for Animals Inc. as it celebrates 11 years of "Have a Heart for the Animals."

Hogging the prizes
When these little piggies leave Gaither High School's agriculture class, they usually take the top awards at the Florida State Fair.

County does not side with fans of ‘downplanning’
LUTZ -- A tie vote this week quickly killed an effort by residents along Livingston Avenue to block the procession of apartment complexes there.

Speeding problem documented on Compton Drive in Tampa Palms
Action probably is not imminent for the street, which runs in front of Tampa Palms Elementary School.

Sertomans honor dedicated volunteer
Auralee Buckingham has given 22 years of her life to Lutz, and the Sertoma Club wants her to know that residents are grateful.

New principal’s goal: assuring students’ parents
The head of the new Lawton Chiles Elementary School, which will open in August, tells parents: "It's all going to go well."

Veteran officer takes command of patrol unit
NEW TAMPA -- Tampa police have turned to a veteran officer to keep the peace in New Tampa.

Bike path proliferation in works
Two new proposals promise to shift Pasco County's bike trail efforts into high gear.

Outside shooters
At Citrus Park Christian School, basketball players bundle up and try to avoid hitting the asphalt as they practice without a gymnasium.

New home’s price still in dispute
A couple is told they owe $8,060 more on their home because of an error in adding up change orders. To express their frustration, they hang a banner mocking the builder.

Knife threats lead to man’s arrest
CARROLLWOOD -- Marin Garcia, 44, was arrested at 4:30 p.m. Monday on charges of aggravated assault and battery on a law enforcement officer.

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