Exit Jeff Stabins, enter Chris Kingsley. When county commissioners reconvene Jan. 9 for their land use hearing, they are expected to appoint Kingsley as the new chairman for 2008. ...more

December 24, 2007

Picture Ronde Barber cruising down I-275 when he notices a billboard of himself wearing a pair of Nikes. ...more

December 14, 2007

'Shortcomings,' by Adrian Tomine (Drawn & Quarterly, $20) ...more

October 14, 2007

'Playing for Pizza,' by John Grisham (Doubleday, $21.95) ...more

October 14, 2007

Ben Tanaka, the central character in this graphic novel for adults, is self-centered, judgmental and unpleasant. He suffers from self-esteem issues. He's an Asian-American with a thing for white girls. This obviously doesn't sit well with his live-in Asian-American girlfriend, Miko. ...more

October 12, 2007

Don't expect a mystery or a courtroom of lawyers in John Grisham's newest novel. But you can look forward to a light, enjoyable read about a washed-up NFL quarterback who finds his game in Italy. ...more

October 12, 2007

Gaither High football players have taken their trash talking to a whole new level - the phone. Saturday, Jefferson LB Gorby Loreus said he began getting text messages from a certain Cowboys running back, who will remain nameless (last name rhymes with Miles, as in he can run for miles). ...more

September 21, 2007

What's it like to compete in one of the big money B.A.S.S. events that draws top professional anglers from around the nation? Valrico angler Steve Jarrett just had to find out, and last week he got his chance. ...more

September 19, 2007