For Jessica Galarza, the 14-year-old car might not have had a red bow around it, but it did represent not only Christmas present, but Christmas future as well. ...more

December 9, 2009

Foods, cultures, dances and traditions of the Tampa Bay area will be the focus of a fundraiser Thursday. ...more

December 9, 2009

Help us first Editor: I couldn't agree more with the Nov. 21 letter to the editor from Connie Perdue. From the debates, to the political ads, to the town hall meetings, Obama made a lot of promises to the American people. ...more

December 9, 2009

For Jessica, the 14-year-old car might not have had a red bow around it, but it did represent not only Christmas present, but Christmas future as well. ...more

December 9, 2009

San Clemente Villas opened recently to the accolades of church officials and residents alike. ...more

December 9, 2009

A group of ceramic artists in the Tampa Bay area are "all fired up" - their words, not mine - and ready to meet the public. ...more

December 9, 2009

NEWS & NOTES Crusaders' Wilkes selects Syracuse Tampa Catholic senior DB Jeremi Wilkes verbally committed to Syracuse, Crusaders coach Bob Henriquez said Monday. ...more

December 8, 2009

Some sun may poke through the clouds this afternoon, but overcast skies will be more the norm through the workweek with the sun coming out occasionally. ...more

December 7, 2009

Joey Johnston reveals his picks for this year's Heisman Trophy - and none of them are quarterbacks. ...more

December 7, 2009

Transportation, moving people and freight, is an essential ingredient for a strong economy. The time has come to recognize that we must complement our existing road systems with rail alternatives. This is vital as we seek to renew our urban industrial centers and build a stronger future for Florida. ...more

December 7, 2009