Shovels Turned For Trail Link To Park

The tough economy has at least one bright spot: It will cost less than anticipated to build a recreational trail linking Northdale to Lake Park. ...more

November 5, 2008

Shovels Turned For Trail Link To Park

The tough economy has at least one bright spot: It will cost less than anticipated to build a recreational trail linking Northdale to Lake Park. ...more

November 5, 2008

5 International Story Lines To Follow

China's Coming-Out Party

Long known for their autocratic Communist party, most of the 1.3 billion Chinese people are hoping to make these Olympics their coming-out party. They have spent $40 billion in Games-related construction and millions more in funding national sports programs. The official Beijing Games logo - a figure with arms extended out - shows the Chinese are willing to welcome the world. And the official slogan - One World, One Dream - seems to hint they want to be viewed more than being a global economic giant. But China's human rights issues are still omnipresent, and its censorship and control during the Games will likely be felt by a world media accustomed to Western standards. ...more

August 5, 2008

BMX Qualifier Comes To Highlands County

AVON PARK –– This summer BMX (Bicycle Motocross) will make its Olympic debut in Beijing, China. Our kids will be able to watch some of America's elite BMX riders carry "Old Glory" across the globe to compete in one of the fastest growing sports today. Hundreds of BMX families, riders and state officials will travel to Avon Park on Feb. 16-17 to compete in the second of 10 qualifiers offered in Florida for the 2008 Florida State Series Championship. This is a great opportunity to see first-hand what BMX is about. Riders range from 3-years-old to over 50. Each rider competes in their age class and riding proficiency which includes Rookie, Novice, Expert, Cruiser, and Pro. In addition, the professional riders will be here to compete. ...more

January 29, 2008

Bike Racer Is On Track

During practice runs such as these, music blares through the loudspeakers as dozens of riders of varying ages and sizes climb to the starting gate. ...more

January 17, 2008