Two St. Petersburg police officers shot and killed a 40-year-old woman who appeared about to stab another woman with a large carving fork Tuesday night. ...more

February 11, 2009

Right-hander Erica Maldonado escapes first-inning jam with two strikeouts and Lady Leopards explode for nine first-inning runs to crush Central via the mercy rule in 4 1/2 innings, 13-1. SEASON-OPENER FOR BOTH TEAMS ...more

February 10, 2009

The Great Depression was not caused by business failure; it was a financial downturn that was mitigated by the government's reactionary and blundering response to the situation. This resembles our situation today. Our government has not learned a thing from history, and it is on the verge of plunging us into another economic disaster because Congress doesn't have enough sense to study in depth and debate the pros and cons of bills that come before them. How will they create another economic disaster for us? ...more

February 3, 2009

The Rays are on the verge of addressing their final apparent area of need this offseason, left-handed relief help, by signing veteran Brian Shouse. ...more

January 31, 2009

The nationwide economic downtown is offering few signs it is about to reverse course. This has government on all levels scrambling to keep spending in line with falling revenue. Under such circumstances, public officials should welcome whatever help they can get in shouldering this burden. City government in Tarpon Springs appears to be on the verge of having that sort of assistance. ...more

January 31, 2009

Often they're from out of state. No close friends yet, no relatives to lend a hand. ...more

January 26, 2009

moved to follow my head as I righted myself in the chair. Joop sighed and shifted beside me. I was grateful for the tiny sound of his breathing. ...more

January 18, 2009

trading iconic superstar Vinny Lecavalier. ...more

January 13, 2009

The football coach has had more of an impact on his players than just wins and losses. ...more

December 19, 2008

Setting a holiday table that's all glitter and elegance won't cost you a penny - if you use Great-Grandma's serving pieces. ...more

December 4, 2008