Times are tough for many individuals and families, and as prices for seemingly everything rise, meeting the monthly budget is getting tougher by the day. ...more

February 17, 2009

In spite of the heat, humidity and breezy conditions, the Orange Blossom Pregnancy Care Center golf tournament attracted a nice field on Saturday at the always demanding Highlands Ridge North golf course. ...more

September 15, 2008

LAKE PLACID With every step they took, runners at Saturday's fifth annual Dr. Tom McDonald Caladium Festival 5K helped a local family realize the dream of owning their own home. ...more

August 25, 2008

SEBRING — It was a somber atmosphere Friday at the Highlands County Government Center boardroom when close to 200 people gathered to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. "It's not how they died that made them heroes, but how they lived," quoted on the memorial program from America's Most Wanted. ...more

May 10, 2008

LAKE PLACID — The 17th Annual Caladium Festival attracted 20,000 to 25,000 visitors and "went off without a hitch," according to organizer Eileen May. Rain showers dampened just the last few minutes on Sunday afternoon, Aug. 26 –– the third and final day of the three-day festival. Local businesses and vendors were both pleased by the turnout, with area motels near capacity, said May, Greater Lake Placid Chamber of Commerce CEO/president of operations. "Everything was on time," said May, "and the entertainment was very well received. We welcomed a lot of people into our lovely town." ...more

September 4, 2007