Liz Vreeland with Save Our Seabirds Inc. rescued a young pelican from the South Skyway Fishing Pier after the bird got caught on a fishing hook. Vreeland says the holiday weekend will be busy at the pier. She rescued 500 birds from fishing line accidents last year. ...more

July 4, 2009

As a volunteer with the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, Liz Vreeland has rescued songbirds and hawks. She has spent her share of time unraveling fishing line off perplexed pelicans at fishing piers. ...more

January 27, 2009

A volunteer with the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary rescued an eagle this afternoon in Seminole that appeared to have an injured wing, according to the organization. She is bringing the creature to the sanctuary's hospital in Indian Shores, said a volunteer there. ...more

January 26, 2009

Megan Bertoni, 10, has enjoyed writing since the third grade. She showcased her talents Thursday as an author of the month at Oakstead Elementary School. ...more

September 28, 2008