Dear Abby: I work for a major lending company and have cleaned out foreclosed homes. Too many times, I find animals who have died from exposure or starved to death. ...more

August 10, 2008

Dear Abby: I'm a 30-year-old woman who has battled compulsive eating and binge eating since my teens. (Yes, I still have a weight problem.) I see a counselor and am trying to find solutions that work for me. ...more

August 3, 2008

Dear Abby: I am a 43-year-old male with major dental issues to take care of. Because I have no insurance, and dental work is costly, I plan to have my treatment overseas. A close friend has arranged for me to stay with his parents for two weeks while I'm there. ...more

July 27, 2008

Dear Abby: I am 12 and have bad problems at school. Whenever I'm behind, can't figure out a problem or just want to get it done, I cheat. ...more

July 6, 2008

A developer with roots in the neighborhood is hoping to build a small apartment complex on Tangerine Place south of Busch Boulevard, but the local civic association questions whether it's the right fit. ...more

June 21, 2008

Tap is on tap. So are ballet, jazz, acrobatic dance and baton routines. ...more

June 19, 2008

Dear Abby: Have you any tips on how to deal with an emotional bully? My mother-in-law is insulting, but sneaky about it. She insists that she's "just trying to help." If I speak up, she says, "Why are you being so sensitive?" or, "I'm just being honest." ...more

February 24, 2008

Dear Abby: I'm a 14-year-old girl and an only child. My parents, "Ellie" and "Miles," are divorced. My dad, a recovering alcoholic, relapsed last year. ...more

February 10, 2008

I thought your Jan. 17 article "Official Demoted For Accepting Gift" (Metro) was interesting. It appears Carlos Llerandi, a Tampa Fire Rescue fire inspector, accepted a free hockey ticket during the 2003-04 season. He attended the game and now his acceptance is considered "inappropriate." ...more

January 24, 2008

It's hard to imagine that a team returning all five starters could fly under the radar. But that's exactly what Freedom has done this season. ...more

January 17, 2008