A shift in cultural attitudes makes it acceptable for men to primp and preen and still feel macho. ...more

February 18, 2009

The new year of 2009 is here. Last year at Manna saw a substantial increase in the number of families served, a new director and physical building changes. The one obvious fact that we are still open means that God is still blessing us. He blesses us through our wonderful donors. You have given generously of food, clothing, household goods and funds. I would like to say thank you. There have been many sad, wonderful and amazing things happen at Manna this year. Some I have shared with you, others God knows about. Recently I had a lady come in asking for help. Her husband's unemployment had run out, she had been laid off from her job and the prospects of Christmas for her three children were slim. She came to us too late for the Toy Store at the church, all the toys were gone. ...more

January 3, 2009

Besides announcing their 2009 ticket pricing structure Monday, the Rays said they're ready to launch a major marketing campaign to increase season ticket sales and all-around advanced sales. ...more

November 17, 2008

People have started visiting the Highlands County Library's three branches in record numbers, library Director Mary Myers reported on Friday. ...more

October 25, 2008

You might know about Tampa Electric Co.'s request to raise rates next year, but you might not have heard that the same plan calls for a substantial increase in service connection charges. ...more

October 10, 2008

Under a proposal filed with state regulators, connection fees and other charges for TECO customers would more than double. ...more

October 9, 2008

I took a short-term job with a substantial increase in pay and would like to apply the extra money to my mortgage. Is it better to pay an extra amount each month, or should I hold onto the cash and pay a large lump sum each year? ...more

September 25, 2008

As expected, Florida insurance regulators on Monday rejected State Farm's request to raise home insurance rates nearly 50 percent statewide. ...more

August 26, 2008

State Farm Florida wants to raise home insurance rates nearly 50 percent statewide, but its proposal is loaded with excessive costs and profits, Florida's consumer advocate said Tuesday. ...more

August 13, 2008

This is the second season that Dunkin' Donuts has given away a free doughnut on the day after each win by the Tampa Bay Rays. That probably seemed like a safe marketing bet in 2007, when the team won only 66 games out of 162. ...more

May 20, 2008