No. 2 for the past couple of years, Caladesi Island has finally made it to the top of Dr. Beach's list of America's best beaches. ...more

May 23, 2008

Here's a guide to planning your activities for the coming Memorial Day weekend. On Saturday, think indoors, at least in the afternoon. Sunday think outside, but be prepared for a 20 percent chance of rain. Monday is definitely an outside day. ...more

May 22, 2008

It's no myth. It's just M.J. For the past few weeks, the "Gas Phantom" has handed out wads of cash to grateful motorists at dozens of gasoline pumps across the Tampa Bay area. After doling out more than $14,000 to patrons, a man in a dark business suit appeared today at a Shell station on North Dale Mabry Highway and revealed his identity. ...more

May 22, 2008

DUNEDIN, Fla. – What locals have known all along is now official around the country: Caladesi Island State Park has the best beach in the nation. ...more

May 22, 2008

After coming in No. 2 for the past two years, Caladesi Island has finally made it to the top of Dr. Beach's list of America's best beaches. ...more

May 22, 2008

Will spiraling gas prices impact your vacation plans? ...more

May 22, 2008

Just a Memorial Day weekend barbecue? Or an early grilling by Arizona Sen. John McCain and campaign aides of potential vice presidential running mates? ...more

May 22, 2008

Sen. Edward Kennedy gave a thumbs up to well-wishers and kisses to relatives as he walked out of the hospital Wednesday, a day after learning he has a cancerous brain tumor. ...more

May 22, 2008

Local veterans groups are planning several events over the Memorial Day weekend in Keystone and Town 'N Country to honor those who died in military service to their country. ...more

May 21, 2008

Police and state highway officials are cautioning motorists to slow down and buckle up this Memorial Day weekend, the season's deadliest time for driving. ...more

May 21, 2008