TAMPA - As dozens of people sang "I Wish I Was in Dixie," a giant Confederate flag was raised this morning at one of Tampa's major crossroads. ...more

June 14, 2008

Flat tires, overheated engines and accidents make up the bulk of calls for assistance by the state's Road Rangers, but now they're reporting a slight uptick of stranded motorists whose gas tanks run dry. ...more

June 7, 2008

It's understandable that members of the Sons of Confederate Veterans don't want their loved ones or heritage to be forgotten. Who does? ...more

June 4, 2008

I thought it was kind of nifty a couple of years ago when the city put lights on that old water tower just off Interstate 275 coming into town. It became a welcoming beacon when we returned from somewhere after dark. ...more

June 4, 2008

Heritage for some, hate to others, the battle flag of the Southern rebellion causes a stir wherever it flies. ...more

June 3, 2008

Evacuating can be the most stressful decision when a hurricane is barreling toward your area. To make the evacuation as stress-free as possible, disaster experts advise residents to decide early whether to leave. Recent studies indicate it can take 10 times longer than normal to get to a destination during an evacuation. Of course, a lot of questions arise during an evacuation. Here are some answers based on interviews with local and national disaster experts: ...more

June 1, 2008

A giant Confederate battle flag may soon be flying near a Tampa highway intersection. ...more

June 1, 2008

If you plan to drive to Central or North Florida if a hurricane threatens the Tampa Bay area, the Department of Transportation has a plan that may help you. Here's what you need to know about contra-flow: ...more

June 1, 2008

a lot more. ...more

May 30, 2008

Sit down with your family and make a plan for keeping safe during a storm. Here are some things you should think about: ...more

May 29, 2008