The daylong program is a male-focused, teen pregnancy conference targeting 12 to 15 year old boys, but is open to young men up to 18 years of age.

The program emphasizes the social, economic and personal consequences that come with fathering a child. Project Alpha creates a safe environment where young men can learn and explore important life issues. Through education and mentoring, Project Alpha encourages young men to make healthy decisions and prepares them to be responsible, successful adults.   more >>

The odor of burning flesh permeated the air as two blazing hot irons seared the Greek letter Omega into both sides of Byron Washington's chest two years ago. Minutes later, a third and final Omega was scorched into the fraternity member's upper arm.

What Washington endured is known as branding. And Washington was not the only UCF student that allowed a red hot Omega-shaped iron to leave a lasting ...   more »

A teacher who began her career in a Highland Elementary School classroom on the east side of town has been named principal of the school.

Sarah Newman, who has served as interim principal of the school for a year, officially will take the helm July 1.

Anthony Sanders, longtime principal of Highland, began work as a ...  more >>