Strict new water restrictions are kicking in today across the Tampa Bay area. ...more

April 3, 2009

As of Friday, the Tampa Bay area will have its toughest-ever water restrictions, courtesy of Tuesday's unanimous vote by the Southwest Florida Water Management District's governing board. ...more

March 31, 2009

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 group suing to add a growth management proposal to November's ballot says it is battling a Legislature that has waged "war" on the citizens petition process. ...more

June 13, 2008

The Southwest Florida Water Management District voted Monday to extend its water restrictions to June 30, 2008. ...more

November 26, 2007