Society generally has not been kind to those with mental illnesses or quirky personalities. Embarrassed by such relatives, their families of decades past often sent them to institutions and never talked about them again. ...more

January 25, 2009

Wasn't our country founded on Christian beliefs? Yes, it was. Our forefathers wanted to get away from England and be free to worship God. There must have been much enthusiasm in the beginning, even though there were hardships in this new land. However, as the centuries came and went, Christians became so accustomed to routine and common rituals of life that even now, we the people have lost our love for God. ...more

October 11, 2008

One thing's for sure, when Chandler Hayes heads back to River Ridge Middle School next fall, he'll have nothing to worry about if he's hit with one of those "What I did over the summer" writing assignments. ...more

May 3, 2008

A Cut Above The Rest Edward Williams is a man of many talents. He owns an auto accessory company, a production company and a decorating business. But it's his barbershop, Boyz 2 Men on Florida Avenue, that has been attracting national attention. The shop is one of four finalists for the nation's best in the annual Hoodie Awards. centraltampa.tbo.com ...more

September 16, 2007