The lackluster holiday season and deepening recession will take a toll on retailers across the country. Experts are predicting the worst rash of store closings in 35 years. Already, Circuit City is operating under bankruptcy protection. KB Toys, Linens 'n Things and Mervyns announced last year they're going out of business. ...more

January 4, 2009

As all good things must come to an end my favorite store, Albertsons, is next. Even as the employees know their days are numbered, they still greet everyone with a smile. ...more

August 29, 2008

Many people will watch today's Super Bowl solely to catch the humorous commercials, or to see which body parts might be exposed during the halftime show. However, this year, residents of Tampa Bay have another reason to tune in. ...more

February 3, 2008

TAMPA - More than a year ago, when Gary Wayne Fields wandered away from an assisted-living facility, his mother found him hours later, standing in front of a Wal-Mart. ...more

November 14, 2007