Oh, how I wish more people would write about the Heartland Idol contest. It is truly remarkable to see such talent coming from right here in our own back door. I would not be a judge if they paid me NFL money. For the most part, even the people who don't move on to the next level are good and fun to watch. Don Ewell makes a great emcee; he sure has some quick wit about him and has a way about him that can relax the contestants. You don't have time for dinner before the 6 p.m. start? Not to worry. There is some mighty fine food to be bought. Hey, another reason to come is to see the size of them hot dogs. The bratwurst, pulled pork and hamburgers are nothing to turn your nose up at, either, and then there is the smell of popcorn, as well as all kinds of other snacks. Plus, right across the street is a cold treat wagon with all kinds of cold treats, which is nice on a hot night. ...more

October 27, 2009

Delicious and different popcorn. ...more

March 17, 2009

Dedicated movie buffs will have a chance to see all five motion pictures that are nominated for "Best Picture" Oscars at a special marathon screening in select AMC theaters on Feb. 21. ...more

February 9, 2009

The historic Tampa Theatre plans to show the live broadcast of the presidential Inauguration Day ceremony for Barack Obama on the big screen on Tuesday. ...more

January 14, 2009

It wasn't many weeks ago that he was everywhere, or at least his name and face were everywhere. ...more

December 19, 2008

Despite its charms, the Tampa Pitcher Show is not the sort of place you go to enjoy a foreign or independent film where you need to catch every nuance to understand what's happening. ...more

December 4, 2008

Take steps to protect your pets from your holiday decorations. ...more

December 3, 2008

Last week I was miffed at the elections office; this week I've crossed over into being just plain disgusted. ...more

October 11, 2008

We usually go to movies simply to be entertained. We buy our tickets, mortgage the house for some popcorn and a soft drink, and settle in with Dolby surround sound. ...more

September 27, 2008

WASHINGTON - Details emerged Thursday behind the break-in of Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin's e-mail account, including a first-hand account suggesting it was vulnerable because a hacker was able to impersonate her online to obtain her password. ...more

September 18, 2008