A new networking group that aims to strengthen the bond between small businesses and their clients and potential customers in the greater Brandon and South Shore areas got off to a great start in October. ...more

November 11, 2009

Vicks VapoRub ointment, the menthol compound created 118 years ago, has been used by millions of parents to relieve symptoms of cough and congestion in their small children. Now a study by the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center is creating new debate about the safety of the over-the-counter medication. ...more

January 21, 2009

Here we go again: Yet another scare over contaminated produce. I noticed the latest food recall during a quick jaunt to the supermarket. I was shocked to see nearly all the fresh tomatoes were gone. At first, I thought there was an outrageous sale. But it only took a few seconds to remember last year's nationwide fresh spinach recall and the barren shelves it left behind. ...more

June 21, 2008