There is no shortage of rainfall. Any given year, we could sustain the level of the aquifers with the volume that falls on our area. The problem is we discharge 60 percent of that water (our storm water) to the ocean and deep-water wells, where we can no longer use it. ...more

December 28, 2009

Landscaping lovers, green thumbs, and bargain hunters alike, mark your calendars for the Master Gardener plant sale Saturday, Nov. 14 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ...more

November 12, 2009

From green cleaning and all-electric lawn mowing services, to green-certified pest control, green businesses offer people living in the Sun City area choices that keep their consciences free and clear. ...more

March 25, 2009

Countryside Montessori Elementary officials are hoping the school's Green Schoolyard Project will help students gain a better appreciation for the differences they can make in the environment. ...more

February 11, 2009

Countryside Montessori Elementary officials are hoping the Green Schoolyard Project will help students gain a better appreciation for the differences they can make in the local environment. ...more

February 4, 2009

Going green in this economy doesn't have to be as costly or difficult as it sounds. ...more

January 8, 2009

Going green in this economy doesn't have to be as costly or difficult as it sounds. ...more

January 7, 2009

Valrico Elementary School teachers Diane King and Brad Jackson were honored by the Southwest Florida Water Management District recently for their Cycles of Life water resource project, designed to help students learn about the resource and the need to conserve. ...more

December 3, 2008

Three outstanding water conservation projects have been recognized by the Southwest Florida Water Management District. ...more

November 21, 2008

The owners of Grace's Hydro-Organic Garden Center bring the farm to the city. ...more

October 8, 2008