Like much of Cuba's work force, Alfredo Congas is going gray. ...more

March 27, 2009

With state and local budgets in fiscal free-fall, many of Florida's cities are looking at their revenue and expenses to judge how to improve their fiscal responsibility. But when we look at the long-term picture for cities, one issue in particular leaps out as one that could burden city taxpayers terribly in the years ahead. ...more

March 22, 2009

During his 34 years with the Hillsborough County school district, Jeff Millman has certainly accepted his share of transfers. ...more

March 4, 2009

A budget committee Tuesday was split on whether to continue offering a tuition reimbursement plan to government employees. ...more

March 4, 2009

QUESTION: What benefits would a stay-at-home, non-working (outside the home) wife receive from Social Security and Medicare when she reaches the age at which she would be eligible? Would she receive benefits based on her husband's work record or would she receive no benefits at all? ...more

January 6, 2009

What benefits would a stay-at-home, non-working (outside the home) wife receive from Social Security and Medicare? ...more

January 5, 2009

When state budgets take a beating, college students and their families seem to be first to feel the pain. ...more

January 3, 2009

The likely consequences of an alleged encounter with a 17-year-old student would radically change Timothy Brightbill's life. ...more

January 3, 2009

If the FDA regulated the media, it would require all stories about the economy to carry this warning: "Dizziness and pangs of existential angst may result. Do not read if you suffer from gloominess or are prone to bouts of anxiety. If you are near retirement age or work in the auto industry, consult with a physician before reading." ...more

January 1, 2009

I am 68 but working and receiving Social Security normal retirement benefit payments. ...more

November 17, 2008