The state Legislature made a mess of the University of South Florida's governance when it granted virtual independence to the St. Petersburg campus. Now USF leaders are about to make the same mistake with the Sarasota-Manatee and Lakeland campuses. ...more

January 11, 2008

The Tampa Bay Rays didn't need to conduct a wide-ranging survey of Florida legislators to determine that a state subsidy for their proposed $450 million stadium would be a tough sell. ...more

January 8, 2008

Quick. Fill in the blank. The biggest challenge facing Hillsborough County is ________ ? ...more

January 4, 2008

To hear the politicians tell it, Aloha Utilities is up for grabs. ...more

December 8, 2007

Gov. Charlie Crist's 2007-08 fiscal year budget was tight, and that meant tough times for organizations that depend on state money for their causes. ...more

December 8, 2007

SEBRING — The town of Lake Placid wants $2.7 million for a new water plant. ...more

December 6, 2007

SEBRING — As more students use Florida Virtual School, school districts face the reality of funding losses. The Highlands County School District is proposing a way to receive funding for some students who are taking online courses. If a student takes an online class during the school day, that takes a tremendous amount of funding away from the school district, School Board Chairman J. Ned Hancock said. But those virtual classes may be the only opportunity for the district's students to take certain courses. ...more

December 3, 2007

SEBRING — The Highlands County Legislative Delegation will hold its annual meeting and public hearing from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5 at the Highlands County Commission chambers, 600 S. Commerce. "This hearing is specifically designed to encourage the public to personally address their legislators on their concerns and issues involving state government," said Sen. J.D. Alexander, R-Lake Wales. ...more

December 2, 2007

Help for relative caregivers, uninsured children and residents who are aged, disabled, homeless or mentally ill topped the list of needs during Hillsborough County's first community legislative summit Thursday. ...more

November 30, 2007

A bill being considered by Pasco County legislators would provide $6 million in state funding for the county to purchase Aloha Utilities. ...more

November 30, 2007