'Nothing will ever be the same'
Ten years ago this week, Jennifer Odom's life was taken by someone police have yet to catch. As a cold case unit continues to follow clues, her family and friends cling to their memories and live every day with the unfillable void left behind.
Possible parole haunts families
Thomas Blasi killed two in 1981, the jury said. But the verdict was botched and Blasi was convicted only of attempted murder.
Jan Glidewell: Taping up our nervous nation
It seems that when I wrote a few months ago about the many uses of duct tape, I left some out.
C.T. Bowen: When the issue is water, group has a long memory
The same day a long-dormant east Pasco environmental group reactivated, the head of the water management district indicated there may be no need to do so.
Lemaster gives Wesley Chapel energy boost as sixth man
WESLEY CHAPEL -- There isn't a deeper bench in the county than Wesley Chapel's, where the Wildcats go nine or 10 deep, and maybe even further than that.
Erasing painful memories
Chris Halkitis and Rams not likely to fall flat in postseason
Man who killed wife might be set free
A parole examiner wants to release Donald Armour, who stabbed his wife in 1975. A hearing takes place Wednesday.
Teenage girl killed in Port Richey car crash
PORT RICHEY -- A teenager died in a car crash on Osceola Drive Saturday morning and her two passengers were seriously injured, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Basketball parent arrested after shouting at referee
DADE CITY -- A 46-year-old Lutz man was arrested at a Pasco High School basketball game on Friday after he screamed "You s---" at a referee, according to the Dade City Police Department.
Letters:
Give us details on proposed tax increase
Re: Penny sales tax packs plenty of substance, Feb. 9 guest column
Business
Help on the way for clogged roads
Jams along Little Road and State Road 54 should be eased as projects are undertaken.
Home building still strong
Central Pasco is the place to be for builders these days.
Brisk ticket sales help theaters to refurbish
Show Palace Dinner Theatre hired a new chef and upgraded the sound system. Richey Suncoast Theatre was able to cover its cracked dome.
Retailers salivate at consumer boom
Wal-Mart, Target, mall builders and others see fresh opportunities.
Tennis talks to focus on stadium site
The county is committed to building and paying for a world-class stadium, but the particulars are yet to be worked out.
Nudist colonies, horse racing attract visitors
The stadium planned in Wesley Chapel is expected to be a big draw. But horse and nudist fans continue to flock to the county.
Businesses fight the economy and red tape
Two of four businessmen questioned cite a common gripe: getting permits.
Businesses called on to help schools
The district is asking business leaders to lobby for a sales tax boost to build schools.
Depressed areas get prescription
Residents and the government are starting to polish diamonds in the rough like Tommytown, New Port Richey and Brown Acres.
Depressed areas get prescription
Residents and the government are starting to polish diamonds in the rough like Tommytown, New Port Richey and Brown Acres.
Depressed areas get prescription
Residents and the government are starting to polish diamonds in the rough like Tommytown, New Port Richey and Brown Acres.
Depressed areas get prescription
Residents and the government are starting to polish diamonds in the rough like Tommytown, New Port Richey and Brown Acres.
New Port Richey will have vacant sites to fill
Redevelopment of properties and lost revenues pose long-term challenges to the city even as it enjoys new amenities.
Parking garage may be in waterfront's future
Port Richey officials hope a parking garage would replace parking lots and offer space for fishing village-style development.
Parking garage may be in waterfront's future
Port Richey officials hope a parking garage would replace parking lots and offer space for fishing village-style development.
Popularity can create some conflicts
Its many festivals and events have squeezed the city's calendar. A new committee will scrutinize requests, using the mantra: Limit the number but do them well.
City brainstorms on making most of downtown
Officials look for ways to rejuvenate the area by attracting businesses, generating revenue and limiting sprawl.
Nudism leaves impression on economy
Themed resorts and housing are just part of it. Restaurants and retail businesses benefit, too.
As some growers move out of area, most muddle through
Growers face increasing competition from Brazil in coming years and some are selling to developers. But plenty stay and see good fortune ahead.
Hospitals change to suit market
Small, outdated facilities aren't enough to keep up with rising costs, hospitals say.
Business expansion slowed, but banks didn't rest in '02
Mortgage rates at 40-year lows spurred a surge in refinancings and new home loans
Tough times ahead in insurance industry
Poor stock market performance and some expensive disasters have combined to make insurance harder to find
Airports in Zephyrhills, Odessa buckle up for long ride
Pasco's small but active aviation industry endured some turbulence in 2002.
