Bayport Inn told to close its doors
Health officials accuse the inn of environmental contamination in wetlands.

Sentencing hearing put on hold
A decision on whether death row inmate Todd Mendyk will receive a new sentencing hearing based on allegations that his trial lawyers were incompetent has been put on hold.

Abandoned dogs rescued 'just in time'
Inspectors find 24 dogs left in filthy kennels without food. When found, the dogs' owners could face charges. It is estimated that the dogs were unattended for between five and 10 days.

Outback Steakhouse looks at property in Spring Hill
The company has submitted blueprints for a site near U.S. 19 and Pacific Avenue. Nothing is final.

Gushing review of 'Company' holds true
Sometimes when I read reviews I've written (complimentary and otherwise), I wonder if I was right. It happened again recently when I re-read my review of Company, in its final performances tonight and Sunday at the Richey Suncoast Theatre.

Former teacher files for School Board seat
Now the owner of a retail store, he says he wants to improve a system that he's familiar with.

Spring Hill teen arrested for sexual act with boy, 9
SPRING HILL -- A 14-year-old boy faces a charge of lewd and lascivious conduct after authorities say he offered another boy two Pokemon cards if the 9-year-old would perform a sexual act on him.