The average cost of nursing home care in Hernando County is on a par with other facilities throughout Florida and the nation. ...more

January 6, 2009

Travelers at Tampa International Airport this morning will be the first to experience the new full-body imaging scanners that detect weapons, explosives or other dangerous items. ...more

October 24, 2008

While the housing market is still trying to pull out of a steep nosedive, the value of houses in this portion of southwestern Pasco County has weathered the housing crisis better than many areas. ...more

June 15, 2008

Charity Simon is sharing a bedroom and a bathroom with two other young women she has never met during her stay at the Tropics Hotel & Hostel in Miami Beach. But that's fine with her since she is saving a ton of money every night. ...more

June 15, 2008

TRINITY - While the housing market is still trying to pull out of a steep nosedive, the value of houses in this portion of southwestern Pasco County has weathered the housing crisis better than many areas. "The higher priced homes have held their values better," Pasco Property Appraiser Mike Wells said. "But across the board, everything has gone done some." ...more

June 11, 2008

Arguably the least expensive accommodations you can find on a vacation are "free," in someone else's home. Instead of laying out cash, your "payment" is in providing reciprocal benefits in your own home. Although home exchange sounds enticing, however, you have to carefully consider the plusses and minuses. And as with the proverbial, "lunch," home exchange isn't truly "free," because you face a few cash costs and a few more non-cash costs. But it's still about as inexpensive as you can find. ...more

December 23, 2007

The dining room of Valencia Garden was abuzz with children's voices. One look inside the private room would prove this wasn't a typical after-school party. ...more

December 12, 2007

My husband, Joe, would soon be having his 78th birthday. I was planning a celebration. Friends asked: "Is this a special one?" "Aren't they all" I giggled. Joe and I have always relaxed and enjoyed the ambiance of Sunset Grill. The location on Lake Jackson is serene and naturally beautiful. Inside, its warm and cozy atmosphere makes it comfortable and inviting. It also serves creative and delicious food. ...more

November 12, 2007