The American Bankers Association meetings in Chicago during late October drew a surprising variety of protesters. These ranged from unions to civic groups, political activists and even a person in a Downsized Man superhero costume. With the ABA in focus, I add my perspective and that of many other millions of American savers who decry the historically abysmal interest rates paid on savings. As banks grow healthier, the return on my savings just gets more anemic. ...more

November 28, 2009

HOW WAS YOUR SUMMER? Jeff Halpern ...more

September 15, 2009

A drinking fountain in our clubhouse is nearly 30 years old and no longer functioning. Although one can still get water from it, the refrigerant part is not working and must be replaced. The drinking water is tepid, and we believe it's because of mold and the non-cooling of the water. ...more

January 18, 2009

Guest speakers at today's monthly meeting of the Highlands County Homeowners Association will update county plans for the Sebring Parkway and construction of the new Veterans Services Building. ...more

January 12, 2009

I would just like to take this opportunity to thank Highlands County Commissioner Don Bates for his active participation in the Placid Lakes Homeowners Association meetings. It is a pleasure to see an elected official exemplify true representative behaviors. ...more

December 17, 2008

Agendas for civic association meetings typically aren't terribly exciting, but there's one meeting that members of the Lutz Civic Association always enjoy. ...more

September 3, 2008

We live in a gated community and are governed by traditional HOA rules and bylaws. ...more

August 21, 2008

Remember, I'm an historian, so I see everything in historical terms. ...more

June 15, 2008

SEBRING — Michael Wright, Highlands County's new administrator, will be the guest speaker at Monday's meeting of the Highlands County Homeowners Association. ...more

June 7, 2008

The women of the Tampa Lakes Woman's Club hope ringing in the new year will bring more members to their group. ...more

January 9, 2008