Friday's ugly weather caused the opening of the city's downtown market to be postponed a week. ...more

October 17, 2009

Today's ugly weather has caused the opening of the city's downtown market to be postponed a week. ...more

October 16, 2009

On Friday, Lykes Gaslight Square will be transformed into an open-air market featuring fruit, vegetables and specialty items from local farmers, restaurants and businesses. ...more

October 15, 2009

Sue Mesko's enthusiasm for the St. Joseph's Feast Day Italian luncheon and fundraiser hasn't waned after more than two decades. ...more

March 18, 2009

It doesn't look like much yet, but there's something growing out in front of Peace Hall, on an irregular shaped patch of ground defined by a rail fence. Inside the fenced-in area, hand-painted signs identify the sprigs already emerging from the ground in places and proclaim what the still-bare patches of dirt will soon yield. If all goes as planned, nearly two-dozen varieties of fruit, vegetables and herbs will soon grow in the tight little space across the street from Sims Park. ...more

March 4, 2009

The timing of what and when we eat is crucial to maintaining strength and endurance. ...more

January 24, 2009

Hot diggity dog! The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is coming! Lakeland residents will have three chances this month to check out the 27-foot tubular vehicle from the outside and inside. Its drivers pass out wiener whistles to celebrate the hot dog maker's 125th anniversary. ...more

October 6, 2008

Living in an apartment doesn't mean you can't have a green haven, though many patios hold nothing more than a few chairs and a grill. ...more

July 16, 2008

SEBRING — As the country moves toward energy independence, central Florida will be a key region, U.S. Rep. Tim Mahoney told county school board officials and administrators. "This is going to transform Highlands County," he said Thursday. "We believe that we are going to generate over 10,000 high-paying jobs in this region in the next 10 years." ...more

February 22, 2008

LAND O' LAKES - Students at two high schools soon will be able to head to a vending machine rather than the typical cafeteria line to grab a quick and healthful breakfast or lunch. ...more

December 15, 2007