Consumer safety authorities want to get the lead out of products for children, but some West Pasco shopkeepers are concerned a draconian new law could force them out of business. Carol Vaporis, owner of the Duck Duck Goose Consignment store, near S.R. 54 and Seven Springs Boulevard, is among those protesting unintended consequences of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act going into effect Feb. 10. ...more

January 14, 2009

A Coach purse for $20? An Ann Taylor sweater for $10? Cache' jeans for $18? No, you're not dreaming. ...more

November 19, 2008

Many women enjoy shopping. I must have missing chromosomes, as I don't like to shop. If you want to torture me, ask me to go shopping with you. And as a senior, I need to be fairly frugal. Going to Brandon is a no-no on several counts - gas usage, shopping temptations and time spent. ...more

November 5, 2008