Just last month, I saw the spark in students' eyes when Phyllis Busansky spoke to high school kids about getting involved in the election process. In the wake of her death Tuesday, people have showered Busansky with accolades. The greatest tribute, however, will come when one of those students says Busansky's inspiration steered them into public service. ...
Gov. Charlie Crist faces a difficult task in appointing Busansky's successor as elections supervisor, but he may give serious consideration to Irene Guy, Verizon's director of public policy and communications. Guy, 59, drew attention when Gov. Jeb Bush had to appoint a replacement for then-supervisor Pam Iorio in 2003. It's also worth noting Guy retires next week after spending 40 years with the company. ...
Seen on a bumper sticker: If You're Going Through Hell, Don't Stop. ...
St. Petersburg officials need to concede Tropicana Field's bad location and help the Rays get new digs in mid Pinellas. They deserved bigger crowds for this week's World Series rematch, but team officials must stay positive. Like my mom always said, you catch more flies with honey than vinegar. ...
Russia awarded St. Petersburg College president Carl Kuttler, who has a 20-year relationship with that nation, two medals last week at its embassy in Washington, D.C. ...
I received a Nintendo Wii Fit for Father's Day. It's a floor pad that reacts to weight shifts and can help you get in shape. Either my kids are telling me I need to lose weight, or they're telling me they want me around when they have kids. Or maybe both.
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