It’s easier to say, “The world is a mess,” than to do the slow, steady work of improving a community, a relationship or a ...

As a 23-year career firefighter, fast approaching retirement, Vick Brown set his sights on a unique income stream as an ...

COURTESY PHOTOS The 18th Annual Camp Bayou Back to School - Back to Nature event is set for Aug. 1 at the Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center, 4140 24th St. SE, Ruskin. Kids visit exhibitor tables to ...

The Observer News has a brand-new look online — same address, fresh design. “We've made it easier than ever for us to stay ...

Save Sun City Center (Save SCC) is launching a new monthly community initiative called Second Saturdays The first open house ...

One of the greatest risks comes from crypto kiosks—machines similar to ATMs that allow users to buy cryptocurrency with cash. Crypto kiosks offer convenience but carry significant risks. Unlike ...

A directory of churches, synagogues and congregations serving South County, organized by denomination.

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The Observer News has organized this directory of often-needed contact information with South County in mind. From The Observer News Welcome Back.

Each month, Deputy Jeffery E. Merry shares practical safety advice to help our neighbors — especially seniors — stay safe and secure. Browse his past columns below. E-mail Deputy Merry at: jmerry@hcso ...

LOIS KINDLE PHOTOS Apollo Beach resident Lyla Ray, right, a frequent customer of The Flip Flops Shops in the Cypress Village Shopping Center, is seen here with store owner Pam Perera. The Flip Flop ...

Often-needed community and social-service contacts for South County, from The Observer News Welcome Back.