Readers share memories of Bob Tanner as mentor, friend

The following are comments left on a guest book for the late Bob Tanner on TBO.com. To read all of the comments or add your own, go to plantcity.TBO.com and search for "Bob Tanner." ...more

December 23, 2009

Who's the holiday you?

Some beloved Christmas characters embrace the holidays; others need a little convincing. Which classic character best describes your holiday personality? ...more

November 29, 2009

Matriarch's Love Lives On As Ybor Family's Legacy

With three generations of my family in Ybor City, my childhood memories are the catalyst for the ideal of a kinder, gentler society. ...more

March 15, 2009

Do As The Romans Did And Eat Your Meatloaf

It seems that everybody is putting his or her own twist on meatloaf. Yes, meatloaf. ...more

March 5, 2009

Festival Job Is 'A Dream Come True'

Few people are fortunate enough to be living out their dreams while working in a position that they love. ...more

February 25, 2009

Mentor Counts Blessings

Evelyn Johnson Taylor of New Tampa never expected to be a published author. Growing up as a pastor's daughter in North Carolina, putting pen to paper never crossed her mind. Years later, after raising two daughters, working as a nurse and earning a degree in women's studies, she felt led to try something new. ...more

February 4, 2009

It Was A Royal Good Time

Kristen Smith's dream come true - her reign as Florida Strawberry Festival queen - draws to a close at a pageant Saturday night. ...more

January 14, 2009

Strawberry Queen Prepares To Pass On Her Crown

Kristen Smith's dream come true – her reign as Florida Strawberry Festival queen - draws to a close at a pageant Jan. 17. ...more

January 6, 2009

Holocaust Survivor's Art, Life To Be Explored

Art lovers and history buffs can learn about a new art exhibit before it arrives in the Tampa Bay area next year. ...more

October 22, 2008

Art Of Remembrance