So it's the day after Christmas and plenty is stirring. There's much to do, places to go, stores to visit and family and friends to spend time with. For many of us, it's back to the reality that times are tough. For the many charities that did so much good this holiday season, it's back to challenging times. ...more

December 26, 2008

Retailers are suffering through one of the most difficult holiday seasons in years, slashing prices by 70 percent and 80 percent and offering other deals in a desperate effort to ring up more sales. ...more

December 24, 2008

Anyone who knows me is well aware of the fact that 2008 has not been my year. In fact, if do-overs existed in life, I would gladly apply. I would even be willing to fill out forms in triplicate, stand on my head and dance a jig - all at the same time. ...more

December 24, 2008

The sounds of traditional dances and the aroma of authentic dishes filled the grounds of the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center on Dec. 14 as Tampa Bay area Filipinos celebrated the holiday season with Pasko 2008. ...more

December 24, 2008

Wilma Schafer of Sun City Center said she is proud of the Santa sleigh and reindeer that graces the front lawn of the Sun City Center Community Association's main complex. ...more

December 24, 2008

Christmas came early this year for the Redlands Christian Migrant Association Academy. ...more

December 24, 2008

Christmas is upon us and people's thoughts naturally turn to good will and happiness. ...more

December 23, 2008

I would like to thank I-Hop for making the Christmas season an unforgettable experience for students at Fred Wild Elementary School. I-Hop donated two large Christmas stockings filled with several gifts. Students could win the stockings by earning tickets for good work habits and behavior. ...more

December 21, 2008

Looking to beef up your mojo this holiday season? Burger King Corp. may have just the thing. The home of the Whopper has launched a new men's body spray called "Flame." The company describes the spray as "the scent of seduction with a hint of flame-broiled meat." ...more

December 19, 2008

Troopers will be out in force this holiday season to enforce the speed limit and nab drunk drivers. ...more

December 18, 2008