If you're one of those people who hates crowds or standing in long lines, now is the time to take advantage of early voting. South Shore has two convenient locations for casting your vote before the polls become swamped on Nov. 4. ...more

October 17, 2008

I was attending a meeting of the Republican executive committee when Ron Grimming announced as a candidate for sheriff. The scope of his law enforcement background in conjunction with his leadership credentials essentially eliminated any other potential Republican candidate from announcing. It's unfortunate there was only one debate sponsored by Highlands Today. As the campaign unfolded, Ron has focused on the issues and is specific about what he will and will not do. For those of you who are not familiar with Ron, I encourage you to request literature from the Republican headquarters at 461 S. Commerce Ave, opposite the Courthouse, or phone 402-5456 to request information. ...more

October 17, 2008

With two months gone in their youth football seasons, three southeast Hillsborough County teams are not showing any signs that they might lose. ...more

October 15, 2008

The public will get a chance to see their candidates during an Oct. 23 forum hosted by the Greater Hernando County Chamber Government Affairs Committee. ...more

October 8, 2008

The Hernando County Planning Department is conducting a logo contest for the county's Environmentally Sensitive Lands (ESL) program and has extended the deadline for submitting entries to Nov. 1. ...more

October 8, 2008

Cypress Gardens in Winter Haven is offering $15 discount admission to enter the park after 4 p.m. on Oct. 24 to bolster attendance during the slow fall visitors season. ...more

October 6, 2008

The recapture rule associated with the Save Our Homes will cut into or eliminate savings. ...more

September 24, 2008

Beck, headquartered in Dallas with offices in Tampa, is the contractor for the schools that will be completed Aug. 1 near Interstate 4 and McIntosh Road ...more

September 24, 2008

Want to get your GED credential? It's not going to be cheap. Due to the first state-mandated increase in years, officials at the Hernando County School District's Adult and Community Education office are being forced to raise fees for locals hoping to take the General Educational Development (or GED) tests, or a series of tests in five subject areas that certifies a person has high school-level academic skills. ...more

September 20, 2008

The board of directors of the Highlands County Industrial Development Authority/Economic Development Commission voted to change auditors and received an update on the search for a replacement for Executive Director Louise England during Wednesday's meeting. ...more

September 14, 2008