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'They should have told me'
[Times photo: Brendan Fitterer]
In 1993, John Truitt overdosed on heroin and cocaine. Doctors at Tampa General Hospital treated Truitt and, because he was an intravenous drug user, offered him an HIV test. |
Business banks on Amish appeal
An Amish goods retailer quietly opens in Holiday, selling food and crafts and employing salespeople, Avon-like, to peddle the goods in people's homes.
Top tennis events not sure thing
Saddlebrook's owner wants to use tax money to build a tennis center, but the site wouldn't necessarily attract major tournaments, tennis officials say.
Rookie's promising career is cut short
It was the last place David Hink wanted to be.
Colleague's death a loss to us all
Richard E. Hosking of Clearwater was recently shot and killed. Perhaps it is fitting that this loving father, active church member, good neighbor and assistant director of the Pasco County Health Department was laid to rest on the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Abuse victims need to be Salvation Army's priority
Calls for help from abused women are increasing in Pasco County.
Amish market joins successful sales trend
Central Market is part of a booming industry of direct sales. Fifty-one percent of Americans have made purchases through direct sales, more than TV shopping and online sales combined. According to the Direct Selling Association, the Washington, D.C.-based trade group, direct sales in the U.S. have doubled in the last 19 years, to more than $24.5-billion. The largest portion of those sales, 33.5 percent, were made in the South.
Water agency approves project to relieve flooding
The Southwest Florida Water Management District governing board has approved an agreement with Pasco County for a $3.4-million project to relieve flooding along Zephyr Creek and in Zephyrhills.
Multiple charges lodged against Indiana man
HUDSON -- A 21-year-old Indiana man was arrested early Saturday on charges of driving under the influence, not cooperating with sheriff's deputies and bringing contraband into a detention center.
Knights' leader leaves no doubts
River Ridge's Christine Beck led her team to its first district title with her performance on the mound and at the plate.
Post 79 collects early wins
NEW PORT RICHEY -- Post 79 has a head start on its season while the teams in Dade City, Land O'Lakes and Zephyrhills are just getting underway.
Odessa teen achieves rank of Eagle Scout
John Clifford Sorrell has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America. He is the son of Bruce and Teri Sorrell of Odessa.
Embry library offers youth programs
The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., will hold a variety of youth programs for children ages 5-12, at 11 a.m. Thursdays during the summer.
Eye institute provides diabetes help
The Pasco Eye Institute offers free diabetes management classes from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on alternating Tuesdays at the VFW Post 6180 in Hudson and Thursdays at the VFW Post #10167 in Holiday. For information and directions, call (800) 226-2020.
