The issue: Bypassing the bid process for concession rights at Pine Island Beach. Our opinion: While Willy Kochounian has done a terrific job with Willy's Tropical Breeze Cafe, county commissioners must follow the law to ensure fairness and the best deal for taxpayers. ...more

March 26, 2009

Should another vendor express interest in bidding for the rights to open a concession stand at Pine Island Beach, then the county has no choice but to open it up to one and all. ...more

March 22, 2009

Bacteriological test results received by the Hernando County Health Department indicate the water quality at Pine Island Beach is now in the good range. ...more

February 21, 2009

Beach at Pine Island is now safe. ...more

February 20, 2009

Officials advise against swimming at Pine Island Beach because of high bacteria counts. ...more

February 14, 2009

Officials advise against swimming at Pine Island Beach because of high bacteria counts. ...more

February 13, 2009

Deputies are investigating a suspicious death on Bayou Drive. ...more

January 28, 2009

An abundance of birds may be to blame for this week's warning to stay out of the water at the popular county park here, health officials say. ...more

February 21, 2008

An abundance of birds may be to blame for this week's warning to stay out of the water at the popular county park here, health officials say. ...more

February 20, 2008