Regarding Paul Johnson's letter, "U.S. 27 Solicitors": I agree they are distracting to the public, to drivers, however, the county commissioners need not waste their valuable time, as Florida Statute 810.11 arguably applies to this problem and needs only to enforce it. ...more

February 13, 2009

Dozens of newspaper street vendors made some headlines this week by protesting possible changes in Pasco County rules. ...more

January 31, 2009

Our board is attempting to be more efficient in disseminating information to members through the newsletter and other forms of communications. The consensus is that electronic messaging is the best way to go, but many members fear their e-mail addresses will then be accessed by disgruntled members, spammers, and solicitors. ...more

November 16, 2008

DUNEDIN -- The city has changed the name of its Leisure Services Department. It will be known as the Parks and Recreation Department. ...more

June 27, 2008

NEW PORT RICHEY -- Pasco County might clamp down on roadside fundraisers who don't get necessary permits to seek money from drivers stopped at traffic signals. ...more

June 24, 2008

Representatives from churches stand in medians collecting money for their ministries. Firefighters gather to raise money for children suffering from muscular dystrophy. Political candidates eagerly wave signs, beckoning for votes. ...more

June 14, 2008

SEBRING — Residents of the Sun 'n Lake of Sebring Improvement District have been alerted to call the Highlands County Sheriff's Office in the event a solicitor knocks at the door trying to sell cleaning or other services. Door-to-door solicitation is not allowed in the district, said Ileana Martinez, administrative service coordinator. "Residents have called in to complain," Martinez said Tuesday. ...more

December 20, 2007

SEBRING — Residents of the Sun 'n Lake of Sebring Improvement District have been alerted to call the Highlands County Sheriff's Office in the event a solicitor knocks at the door trying to sell cleaning or other services. ...more

December 19, 2007