The construction industry is in a slump because there were too many homes built, followed by an economic downturn which leads to foreclosed property landing on the market. In other words, there is a slump in construction because there is too much inventory. ...more

May 6, 2009

Concerns that the economy could get worse led the Highlands County commissioners to put on hold construction of the new law enforcement building for the sheriff's office. ...more

March 3, 2009

Federal environmental regulators say they're considering re-issuing the suspended development permit for Cypress Creek Town Center, where construction was halted in February after repeated Clean Water Act violations. ...more

December 19, 2008

Injured sea turtles at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium are getting help from an 11-year-old. ...more

December 18, 2008

Federal environmental regulators said this week they're considering re-issuing the suspended development permit for Cypress Creek Town Center, where construction was halted in February after repeated Clean Water Act violations. ...more

December 18, 2008

The developers of Cypress Creek Town Center in Wesley Chapel may get the green light from federal regulators to continue work. ...more

December 17, 2008

An anticipated infusion of county cash should be enough to enable developers to build the long-awaited Brandon Community Advantage Center. ...more

August 13, 2008

In order to sell a home in many places throughout the country, sellers need their homes to outshine the competition, must be very negotiable on price and be prepared for a months-long stretch on the market. It's enough to make some sellers sit this season out, waiting for conditions to improve. ...more

July 20, 2008

The recent upheaval at the Brooksville Housing Authority has spawned an entrepreneurial endeavor. ...more

June 27, 2008

FORMER BOARD MEMBER TEAMS WITH WIFE OF CONTRACTOR WITH ACTIVE LAWSUIT ...more

June 26, 2008