The Highlands County commissioners depend on advice from volunteers serving on 16 appointed committees and commissions. ...more

March 1, 2009

When municipal elections take place in Pasco County next month the mayor's seat and one spot on the City Council here will be on the ballot. For those interested in running for either position, the qualifying period to submit the necessary paperwork for the April 14 city election begins at noon this Tuesday, Feb. 10, and ends at noon Tuesday, Feb. 17. ...more

February 7, 2009

Harmony was the order of the day last Wednesday at Gulfside Elementary School, as a new butterfly garden was officially declared open. The transformation of a nondescript patch of land just off the school parking lot into a place of beauty and contemplation - and a butterfly hang-out - was an example of students learning to work with nature in a way that was beneficial to both sides. ...more

February 4, 2009

Hopefully you experienced a great Christmas, had the weekend off and did a little fishing on your favorite Highlands County lakes. ...more

January 2, 2009

Every 25 years, the city renegotiates its franchise with Tampa Electric. To environmental advocates, the talks provide a window of opportunity for city officials to push for green policies, renewable energy programs and other concessions from the regional utility. ...more

October 24, 2008

The Lightning play their fourth of six preseason games tonight against the New York Rangers, but for all intents and purposes it might as well be the last. ...more

September 25, 2008

They're still standing amid the fallen pillars, linking a glorious past and a promising future. ...more

September 7, 2008

NEW PORT RICHEY -- An artist's imagination can be magical and mystical and can take one to another place. Local artist, Suzanne Holland of Sunshine Sue's Creations will be the featured artist at the Progress Energy Art Gallery through Sept. 27. The galleries First Friday reception will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1. ...more

July 26, 2008

Pakistani forces fought pitched battles with insurgents Thursday in the scenic northwestern Swat Valley, leaving dozens dead. The violence came on a day when the Supreme Court indicated that President Pervez Musharraf's election to a new term will remain in legal limbo for at least two more weeks. ...more

November 2, 2007

As the dry season arrives during the fall and the lunar events occur at night, the angler's best bite sessions are early morning and mid-to-late afternoon. ...more

October 14, 2007