Fido and Rover, move over. Almost half of American pet owners gave their animal companions a humanlike name, such as Jack or Sophie, according to an Associated Press-Petside.com poll of more than 1,000 pet owners released Tuesday. ...more

June 24, 2009

If ever there was a day to cut out of work early and get home before the sun goes down, today's the day. When the sun drops, so will the temperature, and covering plants is a whole lot easier without mittens on your hands. ...more

February 4, 2009

In the past few months, the Casa del Sol Quilters has produced 225 quilts, all for children at area hospitals. ...more

January 24, 2009

When I was little, I wanted a troll for Christmas. It wasn't just me; my brothers wanted one, too. Only problem was our mom hated trolls; she thought they were ugly and pointless. And, in the lean years after her divorce, I'm sure she thought trolls were a luxury in a household constantly in need of new shoes and mittens and hats for three growing children. ...more

December 25, 2008

Harmless as a puppy, "Bolt" comes bounding into theaters, stumbling over its big, goofy paws, wagging its fluffy tail and begging to play ball. ...more

November 20, 2008

CLEARWATER - Sam, a rust-colored boxer-pit bull mix, sniffs around the exercise yard, keeping his distance. ...more

July 5, 2008

Planning to dodge the risks of secondhand smoke by sitting outside at a wine bar tonight? Surprise: If people are smoking on the patio or sidewalk, the air there is just as bad as it is in the smoking section indoors. ...more

May 23, 2008

I'm snagged. Again. I should have seen it coming, the cattail reeds suddenly showing up behind me like street thugs, quietly swaying in the breeze, patiently waiting for me to make a cast, a mistake. Daring me. ...more

November 2, 2007