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

All due respect to Kermit the Frog, it's easier to be green these days. Whether they're saving the earth from global warming, or trying to shave a few bucks off their Progress Energy bill, people are buying energy-saving appliances, solar panels, hybrid cars, even water-free urinals in the men's room. ...more

November 14, 2007

Have you purchased Florida Pre-paid Tuition for your child, or are you currently attending college on pre-paid tuition? ...more

November 1, 2007

The Legislature and Gov. Charlie Crist have approved a tax cut bill, which will saving homeowners an average of $240 each. Businesses will get a $25,000 exemption. There will be no cut for landlords, and therefore no cut for renters. ...more

October 30, 2007

Daylight Savings Time ends at 2 a.m. Nov. 4. Do you love it when the clocks fall back an hour? Or do you wish Daylight Savings Time would just go away? ...more

October 26, 2007

Highlands County is blessed with an abundance of buffets. Which ones do you like? Ming Tong? Homer's? Golden Corral? Hungry Howie's? What do you like best about buffets? If you don't like them, why not? ...more

October 26, 2007

For years, snowbirds have been complaining about higher taxes and rising insurance rates. Has this changed their living arrangements in Highlands County? Are they putting off decisions to buy a home here? Are they selling their Florida homes and returning north? ...more

October 3, 2007

In two weeks, Florida's no-fault automobile insurance law will expire. Have you talked to your insurance agent about expanding your coverage to make up for the the loss of personal injury protection? ...more

September 11, 2007