At a time when many business owners are taking pains to scale back and cut costs, brothers Costa and Sam Waez went to great expense to open their third restaurant, Acropolis Greek Taverna, set to open this weekend in a storefront previously occupied by Mojitos Grill in Winthrop Town Centre. ...more

February 19, 2009

Last weekend I spent several hours at the Westfield Brandon mall, one of the area's largest. ...more

December 17, 2008

Last weekend I spent several hours at the Westfield Brandon mall, one of the area's largest. ...more

December 17, 2008

There was no shortage of enthusiasm at the Buccaneers' home opener Sunday, but the sputtering economy had some fans wondering how much longer they can afford the games. ...more

September 15, 2008

ST. PAUL, Minn. - Their political celebration muted by Hurricane Gustav, disappointed delegates to the Republican National Convention could do little Monday but await the outcome of the storm before gauging its further impact on their four-day gathering. ...more

September 1, 2008

It was supposed to be a winter wonderland. When Beach Park's Howard Hilton was planning the Great Tampa Snow Show, he envisioned smiling kids, Santa Claus spreading good cheer, frolicking reindeer and lots of snow. A giant Christmas tree would hulk over the festivities, and there would be a massive, five-story ski slope. ...more

August 28, 2008

With its festive atmosphere and family-friendly restaurant, San Ann Liquors & Lounge has long been a nighttime destination for locals. ...more

July 12, 2008

SAN ANTONIO With its festive atmosphere and family-friendly restaurant, San Ann Liquors & Lounge has long been a nighttime destination for locals. ...more

July 10, 2008

Encouraged by renewed peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians, Christian pilgrims from around the world converged on Jesus' traditional birthplace Monday to celebrate Christmas - a palpable contrast to the sparse crowds of recent years. ...more

December 25, 2007

A family-owned restaurant known for its community outreach and festive atmosphere took on a somber air last week after burglars stole some $20,000 in electronics, food and beer. ...more

December 10, 2007