It's a safe bet that Highlands County commissioners expected to make enough off scuba divers at Lake Denton to at least pay for the attendant who takes those $25 per day fees. That's not happening by a mile, and it shows the flaw in the county's strategy. ...more

August 8, 2008

The city is working to finish a redesigned park in the Channel District by January, hoping it could become a hot spot for Super Bowl events. ...more

July 28, 2008

Madeira Beach city commissioners Tuesday night voted to make it unlawful to drink alcoholic beverages at or near pavilions at three city parks — Archibald Park, Kitty Stuart Park and the park at the western end of Johns Pass, the city clerk said today. ...more

July 23, 2008

A popular waterfront attraction, the county's Fred Howard Park Beach, will be off-limits to visitors for slightly more than a year, starting after Labor Day. ...more

July 19, 2008

Geographically speaking, Oelsner Park couldn't be described as prominent. Located on the north bank of Miller's Bayou, it's tucked away in a neighborhood historically known as Martha's Vineyard. ...more

July 12, 2008

PORT RICHEY - Geographically speaking, Oelsner Park couldn't be described as prominent. Located on the north bank of Miller's Bayou, it sits tucked away in a residential neighborhood historically referred to as Martha's Vineyard. But the little park has been around a good long time - better than 50 years - and as such it holds a special place in the hearts of many people whose roots in the city are planted the deepest. That fondness was apparent in the size of the crowd that showed up late Thursday afternoon for the reopening of Oelsner Park. ...more

July 9, 2008

TAMPA - The Southwest Florida Water Management District plans to open up thousands of acres around Tampa Bay Water's regional drinking-water reservoir for hiking, biking, horseback riding and other recreational activities. ...more

June 25, 2008

Nearly 30 million Americans travel with pets, so it's no wonder dog beaches are popular. ...more

June 16, 2008

Al Lopez Park is getting new equipment to replace old, tattered items at one of its two playgrounds. ...more

June 14, 2008

Former Mayor George Fee is willing to do whatever it takes to help improve the quality of life for residents of the city he treasures. ...more

June 7, 2008