More people are talking about buying fewer baubles and gadgets this year and giving more meaningful gifts, like charitable donations. ...more

November 25, 2008

Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center, 4140 24th St. S.E., invites all interested, gentle spirits to a free, six-hour butterfly monitor training class from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. ...more

November 12, 2008

Critter Adoption and Rescue Effort, a no-kill animal shelter at 1528 27th St. S.E., recently received a donation worth more than $50 from 10-year-old Olivia Thomas. ...more

August 27, 2008

I have received a letter from a woman I will call Ms. A.B. who is very angry with the Respect Life Movement, and with me in particular. My name has been associated with Respect Life in Highlands County and she "unloaded" on me. Unfortunately, she did not include a return address other than Sebring Fl. 33870. I have not been able to locate a more thorough address. ...more

February 14, 2008

This is the time of year when people's charitable streaks start to show. We've compiled a list of groups that could use your help, whether it's volunteering, giving money or dropping off a few gifts. So, go ahead, make a difference! ...more

November 19, 2007