Most people see Thanksgiving as a day set aside to muse on the blessings in their life, but not me. ...more

November 22, 2007

When Debbie J. Nieto ran Tampa Bay Reads, she used the charity's coffers to finance the lifestyle she thought she deserved, a federal prosecutor said Tuesday. ...more

November 21, 2007

TAMPA - The former executive director of a charity that promoted literacy was sentenced today to two years in federal prison for embezzling more than $200,000 from Tampa Bay Reads, which forced the organization to shut its doors. ...more

November 20, 2007

PLANT CITY - Linda Lawson, founder and executive director of the United Food Bank of Plant City, is retiring at the end of the month. ...more

November 20, 2007

Americans expect to spend about $900 on holiday gifts this season, according to a Gallup poll. One-third of adults plan to spend more than $1,000. If those numbers hold up, this will be biggest spending holiday season in a decade. ...more

November 18, 2007

Some neighbors of Daystar, a faith-based agency that helps the poor and homeless, are complaining the facility on the grounds of the United Methodist Church on Lazella Street, is attracting an unwelcome element to their neighborhood. ...more

October 24, 2007

Wal-Mart Stores became famous for low-price general merchandise. Future stores, however, will better resemble a neighborhood grocer. ...more

October 24, 2007

An appellate court has revived a lawsuit stemming from the 2003 murder of Todd Byers. ...more

October 20, 2007

DETROIT Paper or plastic? If that's the only issue that crosses your mind at the grocery store, you have some catching up to do. As concerns about the environment have gone mainstream, consumers are finding more ways to turn a grocery trip into an eco-friendly experience. It doesn't have to be overwhelming. Experts in green living say taking small steps is a great beginning. "It's not about going home today and trying to change everything or opening your cupboards and saying, 'I've done it all wrong,'" says Sara Snow, host of "Get Fresh with Sara Snow" on the Discovery Home channel, which is relaunching as Planet Green early next year. "It's all about trying one thing. Just try one thing this week, try another thing next week and baby-step your way to a more natural way of living." Here are eight ideas on how to make your weekend grocery run a little friendlier to the Earth. Try a reusable bag. Reusablebags.com estimates the average family gathers 60 bags in four trips for groceries. ...more

October 18, 2007