Family Paws Parent Education Hits Tampa Bay

Family Paws Pet Parent hits Tampa Bay. Find out ways to keep your baby and toddler safe around the family dog!

The Health Benefits of Yoga

Yoga is an ancient practice that connects the mind, body and spirit through body poses, controlled breathing and meditation. You've probably heard that yoga is good for you...

Key West?

I can't imagine a better place in the world to be a pirate.

"If I were in high school ..."

Learning is discovery. Discovery creates learning.

Dropping Your Alarm Monitoring

There's a growing trend, in today's economy, to drop alarm monitoring from the family budget. But, there is a way to monitor your home security system yourself.

Ben Affleck, What Were You Thinking?

Sometimes, guys can make the more bizarre choices with their hairstyles. In this column, world-class stylist Darren Pena reveals the worst of them.

Prom and Graduation Night Safety Tips

This time of year, we celebrate prom, graduation, and summer vacation. Deputies will be looking for open house parties where alcohol is served to minors. Be a responsible host and be aware of the law.

How is High School Broken?

How is high school broken?

Brad Pitt's Houses: Hurricane Katrina & New Orleans

Brad Pitt's Post-Katrina MakeItRight.org New Orleans Sustainable Building Project. Loved the houses.

The Endless Emergency of Education

The endless emergency of education.

Measuring Sticky Foods

Measuring sticky foods for your baking a problem?

The Dumbing Down of America : One Man's Opinion

What is happening to our education system? Is it time for a change there too?

Anesthesia-Free Teeth Cleaning for Pets Now Available in Carrollwood

Anesthesia-free dental cleaning service now available in Carrollwood beginning Saturday June 2. Call 813-265-1333 for more information or to schedule your pet's teeth cleaning. Space is limited.

How to Beat The Spring Frizzies

Hair stylist Darren Pena reveals how to keep your hair from going frizzy as Springtime humidity comes to town.

I Can’t Twist Like That!

Ever thought about taking a Yoga class but couldn’t imagine yourself as a human pretzel? If you’re like me, you get a good chuckle of the image in your head...

Florida Boating Under the Influence (BUI): Part 1

Did you know? It is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs in every state. The Coast Guard enforces a federal law that prohibits BUI.

Tomatoes -- How to grow them successfully in Tampa Bay

Growing tomatoes should be easy, but in Tampa Bay it's not. For a few tips that will help, read what a Carrollwood gardener has learned.

What Happened to the Brick Road Inlays in Carrollwood Village? Confused? So am I.

Traffic calming in Carrollwood Village has gone from extreme to nil in a matter of years and as taxpayers, we are having traffic calming devices implemented and removed on our dollars.

Heming's Way

I'd rather crash into eternity than slip slowly into obscurity.

Residents Speak Out Against Proposed Big Box Development

A follow-up on meeting to allow resident's to react to the proposed "Hudson Market Rezoning" for the corner of Floyd Road and Dale Mabry Highway in Original Carrollwood.

Why Tampa Needs a House

Listen in as Michelle Walker, of Miracles Outreach, explains the urgent need for a house in Tampa that's specifically designed for girls who have been commercially sexually exploited.

Natural Lawn/Sod Fungus Remedy

Sod or Lawn fungus? Save money and the environment by doing it yourself.

Local Pet Parent Fights for Her Dog’s Life: Common Household Plant is the Culprit

Information about a poisonous plant used widely in Florida landscaping and the story of one pet parent who learned of its dangers too late.

Help Close the (Garage) Door on Burglary and Theft

A number of garage burglaries and thefts occur due to victims' leaving their garage doors open and left unattended. Don't give criminals a chance! Follow these tips for keeping you garage secure!

Residents React to Developer's Proposed Rezoning at Floyd and Dale Mabry

Developer has requested a rezoning of Floyd Rd./N. Dale Mabry from light commercial/office to heavy commercial to build a Wal Mart Neighborhood Grocery and Wa Wa. Community is opposed to changes.

I'm Separated from My Spouse. Must I Still Pay Temporary Alimony if She has a Large, Separate Inheritance?

Husband and Wife separate. Husband was breadwinner, and Wife was stay-at home mom. Wife has large inheritance. Must Husband still pay Wife support (temporary alimony) during their separation?

Small Business Snippits

Small business owners sharing ideas, advice and insight.

Pet Parents Can Go Green, Too!

Six tips for going green with your pet.

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In Home Euthanasia Expanding

Veterinary hospice and in-home euthanasia is rapidly gaining momentum as veterinarians learn to listen to the needs and desires of their clients.

PIP Law Changes Affect $10,000 Coverage in an Auto Accident

Florida’s PIP insurance law as adopted by House Bill 119 now requires those injured from an auto accident to seek medical treatment within 14 days of their injury.

Bees Dead and Dying

Pesticide spraying plus drought conditions are killing local bees.

Crape Murdering

Don't Murder Your Crape Myrtles

Tips for Avoiding Identity Theft

Florida led the nation in identity theft cases last year. Avoid becoming a victim and follow these helpful tips from the Federal Trade Commission.

Thank You People Who Let the Wild Things Grow

Leave the yard alone and enjoy more nature.

Green-Living-Tampa Club Meeting: Spring Garden Chores

Green Living group meets 6:30pm Tuesday, 4/17, Piccadilly.

Jeff Christy Talks About the Advantages of Preventative Home Maintenance

Preventative maintenance can help to avoid repairs, extend the life anticipation of many machines and in some cases, cut down on energy expenditure.

How Hair is Like Butter - Three Common Mistakes in Blow Drying Hair

Three Common Mistakes in Blow Drying Hair The trials and tribulations of getting your Florida hair to behave. Expert tips from Darren Pena, an expert in formal finishing and cutting.

A Great Article on "Stand Your Ground"

The Tampa Bay Times provides a great argument for overturning this law.

Why Hire a Real Estate Lawyer?

In the past, a real estate agent is the only other team member you need while selling or purchasing your property. A third member, just as necessary as the agent, is a real estate lawyer.

The Name Game

Victim or not? Let's take a look at how the language of the sex industry places shame and responsibility onto the girls and why that needs to change.