Northwest News

Lancers pair receives first offers

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:31:00 EST

Cambridge Christian senior baseball players Matt Fishman and Derek Self have picked up their first offers to play at the next level, Lancers coach Rick Shears said Friday.

Northwest Crime Tracker for Oct. 28-Nov. 4

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:42:00 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. 33556 Apple Blossom Rd, Block 4100, burglary/residence, Oct. 28, 3:45 p.m. Dale Mabry Hwy N, Block 17800, liquor law violation, Oct. 31, 3:02 p.m.

Family escapes, cat dies in Northdale house fire

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:40:00 EST

An early morning fire at a Northdale home left a pet dead and some family members treated for smoke inhalation.

Sickles football player gets offer from the Lobos

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:35:00 EST

Fresh off a victory against his former team, Sickles defensive lineman Ian Hopkins has received his first official offer.

Alonso High baseball coach earns ABCA award

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:28:00 EST

Alonso High baseball coach Landy Faedo recently earned a pretty big coaching honor. Faedo was named the American Baseball Coaches Association/Diamond High School Regional Coach of the Year. Faedo was one of eight high school coaches honored at the Division I level. He was the Region 3 selection.

Alonso's Anaya no longer on the team

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:01:00 EST

When it comes to dealing with adversity, Alonso may very well be the top seed in Hillsborough County.

Sickles' Hopkins gets first offer

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:57:00 EST

Fresh off a victory against his former team, Sickles defensive lineman Ian Hopkins has received his first official offer.

Alonso baseball player picks University of Tampa

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:06:00 EST

Alonso High senior baseball player Tyler Ding has verbally committed to the University of Tampa, Ravens coach Landy Faedo said Tuesday. Ding, Alonso's starting second baseman, had a huge junior season, hitting .476 with eight doubles, two home runs, 26 RBIs, 31 runs scored and 23 stolen bases for the Class 6A state champion Ravens. He earned Class 6A first-team all-state honors and was a Tribune All-Hillsborough County first-team pick.

Alonso's Martinez commits to Polk Community College

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:04:00 EST

Alonso High senior baseball player Tito Martinez has verbally committed to Polk Community College, Ravens coach Landy Faedo said Tuesday evening. Martinez, Alonso's starting shortstop the past two seasons, has been an asset for the Ravens both in the field and at the plate. He put together his best offensive season with Alonso in 2009, hitting .385 with seven doubles, two triples, a home run, seven RBIs and 33 runs scored out of the leadoff spot for the Class 6A state champion Ravens. He also stole 20 bases. As a sophomore, he hit .338 with six doubles, a triple, 11 RBIs, 26 runs scored and 12 stolen bases.

Running program hitting its stride

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Lynn Gray got her Walk to Run program started while working out of the trunk of her car.

Davis is the point man

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Sickles High senior point guard Jordan Davis may be the best player in Hillsborough County.

The brick-paver issue in Westchase warrants more discussion

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 northwest.tbo.com

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Things to Do is a list of interesting upcoming events. THINGS TO DO Friday and Saturday

A salute to their service

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

TOWN 'N COUNTRY - Even with a harsh economy, the Veterans Parade Group Inc. expects to give folks something to celebrate Saturday.

Students enjoy Fun on the Farm

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

After spending a month of learning about farms, animals and what they do for agriculture, students at Independent Day School-Corbett Campus received a hands-on lesson.

Halloween photo contest winners

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:36:00 EST

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

Northwest Crime Tracker

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:50:00 EDT

This is a partial list of service calls reported Oct. 22-27 to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department. Questions about a specific event should be directed to the department at (813) 247-8200. 33556

Park entry, boat ramp fees take effect Sunday

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:22:00 EDT

Required entry fees replaced optional, suggested donations Sunday at Hillsborough County's regional parks.

2nd suspect arrested in Hillsborough deputy shooting case

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:40:00 EDT

A second suspect has been arrested in a home invasion-robbery in which a sheriff's deputy was shot in the neck.

Fire erupts at vacant house in Keystone

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:48:00 EDT

Fire destroyed a vacant house early this morning along Mobley Road in northwestern Hillsborough County.