It's impossible to understand why people do such stupid things. That's why trying to determine the motives of Nadya Suleman, "Miracle Mom," is not worth the mental gymnastics necessary to conjure some excuse. This single mother of new octuplets, who already had six children being raised by a grandmother, is just a twisted example of what goes on with too many people these days. They pump out children while taxpayers foot the bill. ...more

February 25, 2009

As the nation's attention is focused on solving the economic crisis, more people are turning to the Highlands County Health Department for primary medical care and youth dental care. ...more

February 24, 2009

The famous and the not quite famous, CNN broadcaster Larry King and Tampa concert roadie Wayne Doucet, said thank you together today to some students who helped them both. ...more

February 20, 2009

Doctors' Responsibility Re: Dr. David Lubin's letter (Feb. 17): Does Lubin keep open spots on his appointment calendar for patients who have not prescheduled their accidents or illnesses? ...more

February 20, 2009

There's no doubt this recession is having a huge impact on consumers, and as a result, they're cutting back on spending and saving more. ...more

February 15, 2009

An examination of the effects of the stimulus package: ...more

February 13, 2009

Most low-income people who lose their jobs are also without health insurance, a report released Friday concludes. ...more

February 7, 2009

A recent story of a 5-year-old boy saving his father from a diabetic episode has prompted an outpouring of medical supplies and donations. ...more

February 3, 2009

Tom Daschle's earnings from speeches given to health-related companies and trade associations: ...more

February 2, 2009

Schools Superintendent Wally Cox is withdrawing a survey he distributed recently to administrators, saying that some of the suggested budget reduction measures may be restricted to the bargaining process. ...more

January 30, 2009