Tampa Bay area residents looking for new areas to explore outside our beautiful beaches and exciting amusement parks have tens of thousands of acres of land within easy reach. ...more

October 31, 2009

Even though it's a buyer's market, first-time home buyers' choices often are limited. Harbour Isles, in Apollo Beach, is not only affordable for first-time buyers, but it's in a great location and has an abundance of amenities, says Cara Kane, regional public relations director with KB Home. ...more

January 25, 2009

Weeki Wachee Springs has always been considered a Hernando County jewel. ...more

January 14, 2009

County residents could be digging deeper to use county fields, boat ramps and other facilities. ...more

September 9, 2008

Parking at Pine Island and Rogers Park could double, $5 boat ramp fee to be discussed ...more

September 2, 2008

SEBRING — Recreational opportunities and planning and creating a third popularly elected seat for the Sun 'n Lake Improvement District's Board of Supervisors dominate the platforms of the four candidates running for two seats in the coming elections. ...more

December 26, 2007

Although the Hillsborough River watershed encompasses more than 675 square miles in three counties and is the primary source of drinking water for Tampa, many give it little thought. ...more

October 26, 2007

Although the Hillsborough River watershed encompasses more than 675 square miles in three counties and is the primary source of drinking water for Tampa, many give it little thought. ...more

October 24, 2007

SEBRING – SeaBreeze Homes Inc. and TOV Development Co. announce the development of SeaBreeze, the companies' 224-unit condo-home community located on the corner of Sebring Parkway and Scenic Highway. With the permitting process well under way, groundbreaking for the $50 million project, which will encompass 19.4 acres just north of Lake Jackson in Sebring, is anticipated in the spring of 2008. Its first units are slated for availability in the fall of 2008. According to Randy Asher, a managing partner of SeaBreeze, the project's architects and planners focused on the needs of busy professionals throughout the process of floor plan and community design, as well as in developing an amenity package. ...more

October 21, 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