I am writing in response to two letters to the editor in the Highlands Today of Nov. 17. I agreed with both letters wholeheartedly. First, the letter from Don Streeter. Sir, I, too, think it is a good idea to vote all incumbents out of office. When our elected officials refuse to listen or acknowledge what is in the best interest of their constituents, we use our most powerful tool available. We "un-elect" them. Yes, this may be a situation of throwing the baby out with the bath water, in that the very few good elected officials will lose their positions of trust, but we, the voters, desperately need to clean house. ...more

November 21, 2007

Often it has been said that 'the past becomes prologue.' This best describes the verdict and aftermath of the Martin Lee Anderson case last week where the Bay County Courthouse was more reminiscent of our state's segregationist past as opposed to our multi-ethnic present. ...more

October 19, 2007

We hope Highlands County residents step up and take part in a survey coming next year about what they want for recreational activities in the county. This is important information, and whatever's gleaned will be used for future projects. Merritt O'Brien, chairman of the county's Recreation and Parks Advisory Board, said the 13-member board will use public response to consider recreational opportunities for area residents. Past surveys showed a need for more and better soccer facilities, as well as softball fields. We have both in the recently opened complex near Sebring High School. Perhaps hiking or biking trails are wanted. Or maybe more nice public parks and recreational areas are needed on local lakes. We all know the recent debate centering around ATV riders and their lack of a place to call their own. Whatever the needs, the board will consider it. ...more

October 19, 2007

I find the news that our Highlands County government is going into business very disturbing. Isn't the role of the county government to promote an economic base for our community and to encourage investment by the private sector? ...more

October 18, 2007

The city's most famous business continues to gobble up land near its 20th Street plant with an eye toward expanding operations. ...more

October 11, 2007

Dan Boyle doesn't want it to be a regular topic of conversation. In fact, if he can pull it off, his impending unrestricted free agency won't even cross his mind during the upcoming Lightning season. ...more

September 22, 2007

Can you explain what distinguishes a reserve account, a savings account and the assessment account? ...more

September 8, 2007

Mortgage insurer MGIC Investment Corp. abandoned its $5 billion bid to buy rival Radian Group on Wednesday, saying it was in each other's best interest to concentrate on surviving in the faltering mortgage industry. ...more

September 6, 2007