Because the governor hasn't seen a funding ordinance, there's no way for her to weigh in.

Because the governor hasn't seen a funding ordinance, there's no way for her to weigh in.

The hajj period is important because of the large number of movements of people from around the world into one read more

The hajj period is important because of the large number of movements of people from around the world into one location,

I think the Suncoast will have minimal impact on the locals market. The market grows fast enough to more than read more

I think the Suncoast will have minimal impact on the locals market. The market grows fast enough to more than make up for increases in casino supply.

As I say, my real interest is in writing.

As I say, my real interest is in writing.

I understand the community isn't satisfied at all that it's here. There were a lot of strong words at the read more

I understand the community isn't satisfied at all that it's here. There were a lot of strong words at the town meeting. But I don't feel like that. I feel really bad for the victims and their families.

I was real pleased how we held our composure, and I'm disappointed we couldn't come out with a win.

I was real pleased how we held our composure, and I'm disappointed we couldn't come out with a win.

I have started that which the country will not willingly let die.

I have started that which the country will not willingly let die.

We had not planned on having any vote, other than just to study (the contract), ... It's not a public read more

We had not planned on having any vote, other than just to study (the contract), ... It's not a public hearing, but it is a study session. We will take comments. And then if it seems suitable to the property owners involved -- who we're most concerned about -- we will have a vote on Sept. 26 (the next council meeting) on this issue to start the ball rolling for a new bridge.

We're all so busy these days that it's hard for parents to spend time with their kids. This is a read more

We're all so busy these days that it's hard for parents to spend time with their kids. This is a way for families to spend time together doing something creative. And when it's done, everybody will have created a memory they can take home with them.