Poor Museum Coverage As one of a couple of thousand people who witnessed the grand opening of the new Tampa Bay History Center, I was surprised at the lack of coverage from the local media, both print and broadcast, particularly since it was a momentous occasion in Tampa history in its own right. ...more

January 26, 2009

It may come as no surprise, but Floridians have lost even more confidence in the real estate market. ...more

January 22, 2009

Nitchell fought through the distractions as well as a feisty group of Ravens, winning, 61-44 in a class 6A-District 7 matchup. ...more

January 21, 2009

It may come as no surprise, but Floridians have lost even more confidence in the real estate market. Consumers aren't optimistic about any part of the market – housing, retail or office, according to a survey released today by the University of Florida. ...more

January 21, 2009

In his final speech to the nation, President George W. Bush took pride in his record at home and abroad, describing hopeful events and accomplishments. But what he left unsaid was significant too. ...more

January 15, 2009

Protecting Our Children As one who participated in the politics of getting permission from the state of Florida to establish local children's services councils such as the Children's Board of Hillsborough County, it was a pleasure to read Luanne Panacek's op-ed piece ("Hillsborough's Wise Investment In Children," Jan. 4). Congratulations to Dr. Panacek and her colleagues who do things so well in Hillsborough. ...more

January 8, 2009

SEBRING Like most areas of the state and the country, Highlands County saw its unemployment rate rise substantially in 2008. ...more

December 31, 2008

Tough times call for yellow underwear. In the weeks leading up to the New Year, Juan Varon can't keep yellow underwear on the racks of his clothing and lingerie store, Pompis, in West Tampa. ...more

December 28, 2008

This city's 2009 to-do list will focus on dealing with the nation's worst economic downtown in decades while revitalizing local businesses. ...more

December 27, 2008

In many Spanish-speaking countries, wearing yellow panties into the New Year will bring wealth and luck. ...more

December 22, 2008