All five of my Civil War ancestors were poor, illiterate dirt farmers. Some knew how to scribble their names and others made an "X" when a signature was needed. Not one of them could write a letter home to be treasured and passed down. ...more

August 17, 2008

David Andrew White will have to live a long life if he hopes to walk free again. Friday afternoon, a judge sentenced the 40-year-old to 36 years in prison for the 2005 murder of his wife, Andrea White. ...more

June 6, 2008

It's not a typical presidential story. In "My Life as a First Lady," a book written by Moton Elementary School student Allie Zelakowski, 10, Emily is a woman married to the president of the United States. ...more

May 30, 2008

It's not a typical presidential story. ...more

May 29, 2008

Michelle Faedo's cafe is the home of the very best Cuban sandwich in Tampa, and probably the civilized universe. ...more

December 21, 2007

When the University of South Florida visits Pittsburgh on Saturday, forecasts call for a high of 40 with a low of 29. And that's not a good thing since the Bulls never have won when the temperature is below 45 at kickoff. ...more

November 23, 2007