WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration said today it will propose long-sought safety requirements for long-distance buses, including seatbelts and stronger roof standards. ...more

November 16, 2009

TOWN 'N COUNTRY – In a meeting Tuesday night that turned rowdy at times, residents living near a proposed professional soccer stadium raised concerns about potential traffic congestion, excessive noise and light pollution. ...more

October 21, 2008

"Pray For Me, I Drive On U.S. 19," a bumper sticker that has been seen on vehicles traveling the highway for decades proclaims. ...more

September 17, 2008

With school starting next week, Avon Park Police Chief Matt Doughney reminds people to drive safely and remember that children are returning to the classrooms. ...more

August 15, 2008

SARASOTA COUNTY - State officials repeatedly investigated abuse complaints against a 26-year-old man before he was jailed late Sunday, accused of beating his stepdaughter with a belt, according to court documents. ...more

July 22, 2008

From reducing the wattage of light bulbs in their parking lots to the use of barrier walls to dampen noise, developers of large retail stores may soon have to adhere to tougher new building regulations in Hernando County. ...more

July 10, 2008

COUNTY EYES AMENDED ORDINANCE ...more

July 9, 2008