Carrollwood News

Leto's Deering cancels trip to North Carolina

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:33:00 EST

Leto running back Jeremy Deering cancelled this weekend's official trip to North Carolina because of an injury he suffered in the final game of the regular season.

Nolen wins photo contest

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

TBO.com's Halloween photo contest has ended, and the winner is Jennifer Nolen of Carrollwood.

Battle of the bands

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Students will hit the football field Saturday for a head-to-head competition to determine the best team. But it won't be athletes battling against each other on the gridiron.

Soccer teams shuffle districts

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

The soccer season has begun, with many of the area's top girls teams changing classes and districts. Here is a brief look at one of the Northwest area's top teams, Berkeley Prep, and the breakdown of the rest of the area's district assignments.

Wharton hockey back on top

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

A strong senior class and an influx of young talent have lifted Wharton's hockey team back to the top in the Lightning Conference Central Division.

Ride a pony, celebrate fall at VillageFest

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Neighbors will come together once again to celebrate the fall season at the annual VillageFest.

Local heroes get grants for causes

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Roberta Skinner likes seeing people overcome limitations. She volunteers are Quantum Leap Farms in Odessa, where she helps children with autism, disabled adults and returning veterans with brain injuries through therapeutic horseback riding and equestrian activities. She also serves as vice president of the board of directors for the 9-year-old nonprofit organization.

Broadway project inspires students

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

After six weeks of studying and working on a performance loosely based on "In the Heights," students from Blake and Leto high schools are ready to put on a show.

With all due respect, your word choice couldn't be worse

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

"With all due respect." When, quite candidly, was the last time that phrase ever preceded anything remotely respectful? It's a rhetorical staple on political talk shows - and a predictable press conference preface to a skewering query.

Walmart opens in Land O' Lakes

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

LAND O' LAKES - Nearly seven years after it was proposed, a new Walmart Supercenter opened Wednesday morning near the apex of U.S. 41 and North Dale Mabry Highway.

Skaters make good roll models

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Roy Paz employs many skills as a veteran Tampa police officer, but the training that gives him the most joy and keeps him in tip-top condition happens on a skating rink.

Things to do

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Things to Do is a list of interesting upcoming events. Today Smokey Robinson tribute

Local golf standout Mallory Code, 25, dies after lifelong battle

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:50:00 EST

Although she had a lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis, Tampa's Mallory Code became a celebrated golf star who won a state championship at Chamberlain High School and earned a scholarship to the University of Florida.

Leto running back suffers broken collarbone

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:16:00 EST

Leto running back Jeremy Deering ended his high school career with a victory and an injury.

Leto's Gutierrez picks HCC

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:13:00 EST

Leto senior baseball player Erick Gutierrez has committed to Hillsborough Community College, Falcons coach J.J. Pizzio said Tuesday.

Tampa area communities, groups honor veterans

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:05:00 EST

Rundown of larger local events planned for Veterans Day

Carrollwood Crime Tracker for Oct. 28-Nov. 4

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:11:00 EST

This is a partial list of service calls reported Oct. 28 through Nov. 4 to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department. Questions about a specific event should be directed to the department at (813) 247-8200. 33548 Crenshaw Lake Rd, Block 700, burglary/residence, Nov. 4, 6:01 p.m. Crystal Grove Blvd, Block 500, sexual offender/predators, Oct. 29, 8:04 p.m. Orangewood Dr, Block 17200, theft, Oct. 30, 10:57 a.m.

Softball: Gaither's McGraff twins to sign with UAB

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:30:00 EST

Alabama-Birmingham next Thursday at the high school, Gaither athletic director Henry Strapp announced. Kristen batted .439 with 29 hits, 22 RBIS and three home runs and also went 11-9 on the mound with a 2.33 ERA, 115 Ks and 40 walks. Megan, an infielder, batted .377 with 29 hits, 15 RBIs and five doubles.

More thoughts about the brick-paver issue

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

I can't say I was surprised a couple of weeks back when I got a more-than-normal amount of reader comments concerning an Oct. 21 column I wrote concerning Westchase and an issue involving speed humps.

Post your calendar of events at carrollwood.tbo.com

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Things to Do is a list of interesting upcoming events. Friday and Saturday Actors at work