Where in the world is Matt Lauer? Staying home this year. ...more

March 13, 2009

A world of saber-toothed cats, giant wolves, sharks and prehistoric Indians comes to life this weekend, when FossilFest 2009 opens at the Florida State Fairgrounds. ...more

March 4, 2009

Once again, our Mrs. Harvey's White Fruitcake Haiku Contest prompted much reaction from readers, not all of it favorable. ...more

January 4, 2009

The Tampa City Council has approved the contract with Team Pain to build a skate park at the New Tampa Recreation Center. ...more

August 27, 2008

The Tampa City Council has approved the contract with Team Pain to build a skate park at the New Tampa Recreation Center. ...more

August 21, 2008

It looks like Hillsborough County's public art program might be on the chopping block. ...more

July 30, 2008

It looks like Hillsborough County's public art program might be on the chopping block. ...more

July 30, 2008

A funny thing happened on my way to Memorial Day weekend. OK, it wasn't funny. In fact, what happened pretty much stinks. But if 55 years on the planet teaches nothing else, it's that you don't tamper with success. And that "A funny thing happened" line has been a sure-fire opener since the pyramids were new. ...more

May 25, 2008