There was a time not so long ago when none of this would have mattered, at least on this side of the pond. ...more

July 21, 2008

With energy prices soaring, Americans are reacting by changing their basic routines and opting for smaller, more fuel-efficient automobiles. I'm not surprised; I saw the same response following the nation's first "energy crisis" in the 1970s. ...more

July 6, 2008

The challenger in the race for Hernando County Supervisor of Elections is criticizing the incumbent for spending too much on postage to mail out sample ballots for this year's presidential primary. ...more

June 25, 2008

Annie Williams could have saved money. ...more

June 24, 2008

Arielle Serrano, the Plant High School student hit by a car two years ago in front of the school, died Saturday. She was 17. ...more

June 23, 2008

TAMPA - Arielle Serrano, the Plant High School student hit by a car two years ago in front of the school, died Saturday. She was 17. ...more

June 22, 2008

In seven years as mayor of St. Petersburg Rick Baker has championed economic development, especially in depressed areas, and been the city's biggest promoter. He deserves credit for helping make the city more attractive and livable. ...more

June 16, 2008

TAMPA Defense attorneys for a California pornography producer, charged with distributing obscene materials through the mail, tried to prove to a jury today that their client didn't mail the DVDs to Tampa – an independent distribution company did. ...more

May 30, 2008

Area Deaths ...more

May 25, 2008

Cases of spaghetti sauce, pasta and ramen noodles are marked with "5-20" and awaiting distribution for those in need at the Santa Maria Mission. ...more

May 10, 2008