The first opinion column, published under this scribbler's name, ran in a Georgia paper about 35 years back. It was a commentary countering a continually popular, liberal-belief that large segments of the population need government financial assistance to merely exist. ...more

March 21, 2009

Serving smaller hot dogs, plastic juice pouches and fewer of the kids' favorite chicken sandwiches can go a long way in shrinking the food budget. ...more

January 6, 2009

hillsborough county schools cuts $1.3 million from the school meal budget ...more

January 5, 2009

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

January 2, 2009

EATING THE BAY If you haven't discovered it yet, there's a relatively new local social network online called Brand Tampa you should check out. (BrandTampa.com) Founded by art historian Julie Gorzka, the network has gathered about 400 members as word of mouth spreads through the Bay area. ...more

November 16, 2008

When my three daughters were still living at home, I'd get the same burning question from at least one of them late in the afternoon each day. ...more

November 5, 2008

The text message from the elephant flashed across Richard Lesowapir's screen: Kimani was heading for neighboring farms. ...more

November 2, 2008

If forced to choose my kitchen arsenal for a deserted island vacation, I'd most definitely pack my cleaver, tongs and a wok. ...more

October 10, 2008

Sunset Beach doesn't have chicken wire. So noted Chuck Motta, drummer with Roadhouse. The band will play next Thursday, Sept. 18, at the monthly Sunset Beach concert. ...more

September 13, 2008

Brittany Barrett finds it almost impossible to resist the alluring smells and scrumptious tastes of freshly baked treats. ...more

September 3, 2008