The good news is that Floridians' personal income rose throughout 2008, even in a recession. Unfortunately, income didn't keep up with inflation so we couldn't enjoy it. ...more

March 25, 2009

Hundreds of homebound or impaired seniors throughout Hernando County rely on hot meals delivered to their homes or congregate living centers. ...more

March 25, 2009

Unemployment checks are going up $25 a week for jobless Floridians. ...more

March 24, 2009

The good news is that Floridians' personal income rose throughout 2008, even in a recession. Unfortunately, income didn't keep up with the inflation rate so we weren't able to enjoy it. ...more

March 24, 2009

Although she has nothing against art, state Sen. Ronda Storms said the state is spending too much money on public art when too many residents are suffering financially. She said that's the reason she filed Senate Bill 1104, which would repeal the Art in State Public Buildings Program established by the Florida Legislature in 1979. ...more

March 24, 2009

Hundreds of homebound or impaired seniors rely on hot meals delivered to their homes or congregate living centers. ...more

March 23, 2009

Should some items be taxed, and others not? The Florida House of Representatives studied that issue last week to decide whether to levy sales taxes on rent, sports tickets, gym admissions, toll road charges, and hundreds of other goods. ...more

March 22, 2009

Lawn Lunacy With water supplies having dwindled to the level they have here in Florida it makes no sense ... for Floridians to continue their maniacal quest for lush green lawns. It's certainly irrational to allow homeowners' associations to maintain their water guzzling "St. Augustine Grass Only" rules. ...more

March 22, 2009

In Ebba Patrick's backyard, more than a half-dozen black-and-white puppies bounce and roll. ...more

March 20, 2009

Auto insurers should not be allowed to use credit scores to determine rates, especially in tough economic times, two state officials said Thursday. ...more

March 20, 2009