Highlands Today

bass fishing

Transition period for fish, anglers

This is the week of the transitional period between the full moon and the last-quarter moon, and as the title implies, so will be the state of the fish which the anglers pursue -transitional. ...more

November 4, 2009

Estranged husband held without bail in Pasco double slaying

After the argument, sheriff's deputies say, Michael McAdams left his estranged wife's home on Palomino Lake Drive, but then changed his mind. ...more

October 28, 2009

Fight precedes killing of 2

After an argument, sheriff's deputies say, Michael McAdams left his estranged wife's home on Palomino Lake Drive, then changed his mind. ...more

October 25, 2009

Topa Wins LP Chamber 5k

Taking advantage of the cool of the early morning, Tim Topa breezed to a time of 18 minutes, 44 seconds to finish first in the second annual Greater Lake Placid Chamber of Commerce 5k run/walk at DeVane Park on Saturday. ...more

February 24, 2009

Plant City Angler Hooks Hefty Prize

PLANT CITY A local angler won the recent Wal-Mart Bass Fishing League Gator Division tournament on the Kissimmee River. Jeremy Smith's Jan. 24 victory earned him $6,875 and placed him one step closer to qualifying for October's regional championship in Georgia and a chance to win a new Ranger boat and Chevrolet truck. ...more

February 6, 2009

Tourist Council Considers Sponsorship Requests

The Highlands County Tourist Development Council on Thursday recommended giving up to $8,000 in tourist tax money for two fishing tournaments, but tabled a request for more than $10,000 for the annual Run to the Heartland motorcycle event. ...more

January 11, 2009