A national interactive tour aimed at raising awareness - and money - in the battle against AIDS topped a quarter-million dollars in pledges and donations during a recent stop at Van Dyke United Methodist Church. ...more

December 5, 2007

A national interactive tour aimed at raising awareness - and money - in the battle against AIDS topped a quarter-million dollars in pledges and donations during a recent stop at Van Dyke United Methodist Church. ...more

December 5, 2007

A national interactive tour aimed at raising awareness - and money - in the battle against AIDS topped a quarter-million dollars in pledges and donations during a recent stop at Van Dyke United Methodist Church. ...more

December 5, 2007

As Marc Cohn does the publicity circuit to promote his new album, 'Join the Parade,' talk inevitably turns to the singer's carjacking two years ago, when he was shot in the head. ...more

October 23, 2007

When the hurricanes of 2005 hit the Gulf Coast, few of us would have believed that two years later, we would still be taking about the overwhelming needs of the survivors. Yet, as we look back on the devastation and see the slow pace of recovery, we understand that this conversation may be with us for years to come. Any conversation of recovery efforts must include a resounding "thank you" to the many people who came together in response to the worst hurricane season in the history of our country. Thanks to all the first responders who made their way to the Gulf Coast region, with only a desire to help in their hearts. Thanks to the thousands who kept coming to the affected area to aid in recovery. Thanks to supporters who provided the financial resources to make the relief and recovery activities possible. In the midst of what became a national emergency, the people of Highlands County responded. We showed character; a team of caring citizens, community leaders and community organizations who chipped in to make the recovery effort meaningful. ...more

September 9, 2007