A group of fifth-grade students from across the county recently had the opportunity to learn about economics and the free enterprise system at Biz Town, a miniature "city." Twenty public and private enterprises were represented, including University Community Hospital, Tampa Electric Co. and The Tampa Tribune. ...more

October 28, 2009

Education has branched out beyond desks and classrooms. Students today have the chance to enroll in studies preparing them for specific careers. Before they graduate, they might design Web sites, operate banks, run restaurants or style hair at school. They can learn fire science, veterinary science or fashion design. Adults can hone their skills or build new ones at technical centers or through night classes. ...more

August 1, 2008

I am writing in response to the letter entitled, "Just a Lot of Hype" (Letters, Dec. 20). ...more

January 4, 2008

Mike Batchelor invited the heads of 46 charities into his downtown office for one-on-one meetings to personally deliver the news. Nearby, on a small table, sat a box of tissues. ...more

November 22, 2007