3 new schools prepare for first bell School registration/immunization What a Way to finish No goals, no wins for Spirit It's time for two-a-days Preparing for your 5-year-old's first day High school requires a balance of fun, study Volunteers needed to fill in gaps at schools Clubs can make move into middle school easy 27 PLACE sites offer after care Looking ahead is the key to success

Lightning strike blamed for injuring Odessa woman
ODESSA -- A woman was reportedly struck by lightning Saturday night at a home in Odessa, in southern Pasco County, authorities said.

Old contributions questioned
Donations the tax collector accepted when he ran for office in 1980 are questionable, Mike Olson's current opponent says.

Road carves up businesses
A road-widening project is slicing into stores and shops; some may later thrive but others might not make it.

Fantasyland freeway your ticket to Mickey
Call it the New Port Mickey Expressway, or maybe the Gulf to Goofy Highway.

PTA advocate works to counter PTO push
She combs the county to boost PTA's flagging numbers as many schools opt for PTOs to keep more of the funds at home.

Check to see if skating rink has insurance
Editor: I would like to warn all parents about a local skating rink that carries no liability insurance. I thought all businesses had to have this.

Ethical lapses stand out
Pasco County Commissioner David "Hap" Clark has said he will make ethics the centerpiece of his campaign against incumbent Tax Collector Mike Olson.