As of Jan. 1, there were 185 people listed as homeless in Hernando County. ...more

November 4, 2009

He is conducting internal probe of his company. ...more

October 30, 2009

About "Sweet Sasha" and "Marvelous Malia," the newly issued dolls that just happen to share names and skin color with the Obama girls: I understand why Michelle Obama is bristling, mama grizzly-like, about the commercialization of her children. ...more

January 28, 2009

This may be a trifle early, but rather than wind up mouthing platitudes for gratitudes when the family convenes for its traditional turkey feast next week, I'm leaning toward a little proactivity. ...more

November 21, 2008

Susan Benton, 58, was the first elected female sheriff in Florida's history. In August, she was elected by her 66 fellow sheriffs to chair the 2009 slate of officers for the 115-year-old Florida Sheriffs Association. The sheriff supervises a staff of 360 employees, earns $120,000 per year, and administers a $27-million annual budget. ...more

October 12, 2008

The sheriff is not only Highlands County's chief law enforcement officer but, by county ordinance, the chief detention officer as well. One-quarter of the sheriff's budget is devoted to housing prisoners. ...more

July 15, 2008

The California Supreme Court breathed new life Monday into a consumer campaign to get grocery stores to label farmed salmon that are artificially colored. ...more

February 12, 2008

Rampant growth and uncontrolled development are forever changing the face of Florida. Elected officials, business leaders, and others need to take action, before our state's quality of life and rich natural resources are damaged beyond repair. 1000 Friends of Florida is calling on state leaders to empower Floridians to play a greater role in planning for the future of their communities. 1000 Friends has outlined a "Citizen Bill of Rights," which would give the people of Florida: ...more

February 10, 2008

Dad may be long gone. Mom may be in jail. Their abused or neglected children, shuffled among foster homes or reunited with an errant parent for one more chance, need someone to speak for them. ...more

December 12, 2007

As the county wrapped up work last spring on its new district park at Boyette and Overpass roads, chamber of commerce officials planted a tiny pine they hope will grow up to be the hub of future holidays in Wesley Chapel. ...more

November 26, 2007