At first glance, Gerry Smith could never be mistaken for anything besides a dog lover. First glance, second glance and every glance thereafter. ...more

January 11, 2009

Decriminalize Drugs Regarding "Semi-Subs, Used To Carry Drugs, May Be Outlawed" (Metro, June 27): ...more

July 3, 2008

I loved reading biographies and autobiographies when I was younger, but maybe I'm a little jaded now. Everyone seems to have an ax to grind, an angle to play, a story to spin and a point to make. ...more

June 22, 2008

In his folksy, commonsensical way, Ronald Reagan provided pretty solid guidance on how to decide for whom to cast your presidential vote. ...more

June 12, 2008

As a Rays minor leaguer in 2002, right-hander James Shields underwent shoulder surgery that robbed him of velocity on his fastball. If ever he was to realize his dream of pitching in the major leagues, he'd have to make a change. ...more

May 2, 2008

SPRING HILL - A Spring Hill woman forged her credentials to get extra pay as a licensed practical nurse at Deltona Elementary School, authorities say. ...more

September 20, 2007

Race drivers often say a race can't be won on the first lap but can easily be lost. ...more

September 16, 2007