The top U.S. commander in Iraq announced Monday he would like to station U.S. troops along disputed areas in northern Iraq to build rapport between Iraqi government troops and those under the command of the autonomous Kurdish government. ...more

August 18, 2009

This is an open letter to the school board. I know you are trying to be fair and did the best you can with the budget but please do not cut high school and middle school athletics! They are so important to the kids, especially now. In a recession when many parents are laid off, there is usually more tension in the house. Playing sports can help save the day. As you know, the argument is that sports keep the kids off the street and out of trouble. Many pro athletes have said sports also kept them focused and helped them concentrate better in school. ...more

February 3, 2009

"American Idol" aficionados can soon emulate Kelly Clarkson and others who used the TV show as a path to stardom at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park in Lake Buena Vista. ...more

December 30, 2008

"American Idol" aficionados can emulate Kelly Clarkson and others who used the TV show as a path to stardom with the opening Feb. 12 of an attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park in Lake Buena Vista. ...more

December 29, 2008

Dear Lyn: I'm writing because I'm the caregiver for my husband, who is not well. We have one son. He's 39 and has no children. He got divorced six months ago. He has lived in another state since he graduated from college. Last month he moved back here. He's living with us until he can find a job here and get a place of his own. My husband and our son are both great guys, but they've always butted heads with each other. ...more

July 19, 2008

Johnny Erickson, personal trainer at Lifestyle Family Fitness in Carrollwood, caters his workouts to functional training. He's certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and has a military and firefighter background. ...more

November 16, 2007

Dear Lyn: I take care of my older brother full-time. He's 80 and was diagnosed with progressive dementia a few years ago. Lately he can't seem to sit still, and he's constantly pacing or fidgeting. He doesn't wander outside, but I did get him a Safe Return bracelet. My problem is that his pacing is really getting to me. I took him to the doctor to see if something was physically wrong with him that would make him nervous or upset. The doctor examined him and said he was fine, but he didn't give me any advice about dealing with this. Any suggestions? –- Uptight Little Sister ...more

September 13, 2007

Police arrested two people Saturday and formally named two others who were in custody as suspects in recent bombings in southern Indian that killed at least 43 people, an official said. ...more

September 2, 2007