Robotic toy hamsters, the latest Barbie dolls and stylish boots are disappearing from store shelves as holiday shoppers start to get serious. But don't confuse this with the days of Tickle Me Elmo. ...more

November 10, 2009

A not-so-glorious part of Tampa Bay Buccaneers' history came tumbling down Tuesday. Its original headquarters and training facility for its first 30 seasons was a noisy, cramped, musty, rodent-infested maze of concrete block buildings and portable offices. ...more

January 14, 2009

Are hard times threatening your Christmas dinner? If so, Peru has the answer: guinea pigs. ...more

December 16, 2008

Steve Raymond told me about a year ago that he never expected to live this long, by at least a half century. ...more

September 10, 2008

He is the world's most famous personality, better known in this country than anyone living or dead, real or fictional. Market researchers say his 97 percent recognition rate in the United States edges even Santa Claus. He is the one - and for now only - Mickey Mouse. ...more

August 29, 2008

So Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog in Pennsylvania, saw his shadow on Saturday. This supposedly indicates six more weeks of winter weather. I'm not sure why a rodent is determining our weather outlook, but I have a tough time believing in winter weather when I live in Florida. Make me wear a sweater and we'll talk. Too bad Punxsutawney Phil can't predict the outcome of the November election. Sure would save us all a lot of time and aggravation, not to mention nine more months of rallies and debates. Yes, our job is finished for the time being, our primary duties completed last week. But it's a "Super" week. Yesterday was Super Bowl Sunday and tomorrow is Super Tuesday. ...more

February 4, 2008

Rose Taylor has entertained her grandchildren for years with her tale of Timothy T., 'The Mouse with a House in Cat Valley.' ...more

September 19, 2007

Rose Taylor has entertained her grandchildren for years with her tale of Timothy T., 'The Mouse with a House in Cat Valley.' ...more

September 17, 2007