Everyone, with the possible exception of wealthy folks who don't care, is looking at ways to trim fuel expenses. Local governments certainly are trying to save money where they can, and every option is on the table. That's as it should be. But we also think it's unreasonable to devise gimmicky fuel savings by telling law enforcement and others to brave Florida's sweltering heat to save a buck or two. The good news is that our local law enforcement agencies are not doing that. ...more

July 10, 2008

Convincing county constitutional officers to relinquish some independence could be a tough sell for County Administrator David Hamilton. ...more

July 3, 2008

SHERIFF MOST VOCAL OPPONENT TO CUTS ...more

July 2, 2008

Not So Super Re: "Mailings: Challenger Criticizes Elections Boss," in the June 25 edition of Hernando Today. ...more

June 27, 2008

In America's love affair with the automobile, perhaps a one-day separation might make the hearts of motorists grow even fonder. ...more

June 18, 2008

Richard Allard of New Port Richey says we could save a lot of gasoline by ending Saturday mail deliveries by the U.S. Postal Service. ...more

June 14, 2008

Mayor Pam Iorio and other officials this morning visited Tampa Fire Rescue Station 14, at Neptune Street and Church Avenue in South Tampa, to tout the firehouse's new "Florida-friendly" landscaping. ...more

May 21, 2008

LAND O' LAKES - After exploring the minutiae of an anticipated $16 million shortfall in the Pasco County School District's 2008-09 budget for more than two hours Tuesday, school board vice chairman Frank Parker said he felt pessimistic. ...more

May 21, 2008

It seems like I've been getting more e-mails from readers than ever before, which makes sense in a shaky economy. But before they start piling up too high, I would like to take the opportunity to answer a couple in this space. Here are two of the most frequently asked questions in my inbox: ...more

May 4, 2008

No one knows for sure what lies ahead. Are we likely to head full tilt into an all-out recession, or will it just be an inconsequential business slowdown? Whatever the scenario, this is the time to think smart and make good career decisions. ...more

February 24, 2008