Video that appeared to show Yankees closer Mariano Rivera spitting on the ball made the Internet rounds Tuesday, with Major League Baseball saying there was no reason to consider any discipline. ...more

October 21, 2009

In reference to your editorial that Kennedy kept decency alive, you folks have a short memory. Political differences aside, Kennedy's lack of personal character and decency was so legendary that it was fodder for late night talk show hosts and stand up comedians, many of whom agreed with his politics. ...more

August 30, 2009

We live in a world filled with scandal and corruption, at least that's what some people believe. And some folks make the same claims right here in Highlands County. In fact, they thrive on making such claims and insinuations. Sometimes there is a hint of truth in what they say, but mostly it's blatantly untrue. The damage, however, is real whether it's true or not, and it's up to all of us to keep the conspiracy seekers at arm's length. ...more

March 25, 2009

As Jerry Seinfeld took the Mahaffey Theater stage Thursday night, he told the sold-out audience that he was happy to be in St. Petersburg, "A tiny city without one curb. Don't you guys like curbs?" ...more

February 27, 2009

Think of a Chris Rock blended with a Billy Graham. That might be hard to do. But that's how Keith Deltano, a "serious Christian comic" from a one-stoplight town in North Carolina, describes himself. ...more

February 7, 2009

Once upon a time, the American public could buy household equipment that had a decent life expectancy. Not anymore. ...more

January 2, 2009

Let's Get Busy The Republican VP candidate, Sarah Palin, is being hailed or excoriated depending on your personal beliefs, for allowing her teenage child to get a pass on getting pregnant. For political fodder, the issue twists to one of parenting style as leadership litmus. ...more

September 13, 2008

The Rays and Yankees made a bit of history Wednesday night as instant replay was employed for the first time in a major-league game. ...more

September 4, 2008

Alex Rodriguez's rumored alliance with Madonna has the fans buzzing. What are they saying? ...more

July 17, 2008

Cindy McCain does not look like the kind of would-be first lady who has ever eaten a cookie, much less baked one. ...more

June 20, 2008