On a warm afternoon in view of downtown Tampa, about 50 people gathered at Ballast Point Park to pay tribute to their friend, family member and fellow fisherman. ...more

April 22, 2009

The Highlands County Parks and Recreation Department, in cooperation with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, announces that there will be an aerial application of herbicides on Lake Istokpoga on Nov. 18-19. ...more

November 14, 2008

Sheik Island Farms, a 360-acre property in rural Pasco County, features a state-of-the-art equestrian facility, two houses and a two-story office building with a three-bedroom apartment. ...more

October 15, 2008

Cypress Point Park is back in business after storms and steady erosion whittled away the banks of the park on the western edge of Cypress Street on Tampa Bay. Traffic is expected to slow near Cypress Point where the city has scheduled a rededication ceremony this morning to mark the end of the park's shoreline restoration. ...more

October 14, 2008

Parents and residents are teaming up to raise money for a toddler playground at Ballast Point Park. ...more

September 4, 2008

Jennifer Zumarraga has her hands full when she takes her children to Ballast Point Park. ...more

September 3, 2008

Earlier this year the Tampa City Council rejected a restaurant's request to sell beer and wine at Ballast Point Park. Now council members may amend regulations to clarify when alcohol can be sold in all city parks. ...more

August 1, 2008

To what extent should alcohol be available in city parks and community centers? ...more

July 25, 2008

Nearly 30 million Americans travel with pets, so it's no wonder dog beaches are popular. ...more

June 16, 2008

That next cigarette could cost you $97. But only on Siesta Public Beach, at least for now. ...more

June 7, 2008