Windward Homes offers a range of beautiful, architecturally diverse homes in some of the most desirable communities in the Tampa Bay area, says George Schulmeyer, division president for Windward. ...more

January 13, 2008

With Christmas only days away, many folks will make New Year's resolutions to reverse their holiday weight gains. Women in the Jazzercise fitness program at the New Port Richey Recreation and Aquatic Center have gotten a jump start thanks to Suzanne Carlson, a Jazzercise instructor for the past 13 years. ...more

December 22, 2007

It came down to the last bout in the last match of the round-robin tournament, but in the end, the Hernando Leopards just lost out on winning their pool and advancing to the semifinals of the 24-team Gulf Duals Holiday Wrestling Tournament. ...more

December 20, 2007

More than 600 people participated in the first Hike for Hospice, a benefit that raised $100,000 for Gulfside Regional Hospice, organizers said. ...more

December 19, 2007

SEBRING –– David Leidel takes his responsibility as a citizen seriously by getting involved and working within a group with similar goals to better Highlands County. Leidel received his bachelor's in business administration from Stetson University in 1998. Afterward, he moved to Sebring to open the Lake Placid office of the investment firm Edward Jones. In 2004, Leidel was hired by Highlands Independent Bank to open its trust and brokerage department. Each morning he can be heard on 105.7 FM doing a live market commentary. "Most people overreact to the bad economic news they hear, but if you step back and look at the big picture, there's lots of good news," he said. Leidel remains positive no matter what business cycle we're in. He believes there will always be issues, but right now is the best time to buy a home. Currently, Leidel is president of the Sebring Noon Rotary. When he sees bright students through their Interact Club at Sebring High School and Heartland Christian, he is rejuvenated because of their leadership potential. Although he knows some will graduate, go to college and find jobs elsewhere, some will stay here. Leidel believes in cultivating their leadership to benefit the community. ...more

December 10, 2007

Kick. Stroke. Golda Marcus dug her cupped hands into the water, effortlessly gliding through the pool during a recent swim practice at the Brandon Sports & Aquatic Center. ...more

December 9, 2007

It will cost about $1 million more for Sarasota County residents to use their county parks in the coming year. ...more

November 24, 2007

The Springstead High junior advanced to the Nov. 2 Class 2A Finals at the Central Florida YMCA Aquatic Center in the 200-yard IM and 100-yard butterfly. ...more

November 20, 2007

The region championships were fine but when it came time to really make her mark, Kaylee Doback would, well, miss her mark. ...more

November 10, 2007

When Brad Morrison stepped up to the podium during last year's Class 2A state swimming and diving championships, he admitted being a little surprised accepting a medal. This year, though, the Sunlake junior was hoping for a repeat performance. ...more

November 5, 2007