I am amazed at the county's consideration of increasing the payment for the dredge project by an additional $425,000, to a "total" of $2.3 million; this project started at approximately $297,000. ...more

February 17, 2010

Opponents of tough new environmental rules for Florida's farm and urban runoff aired their concerns today at a federal hearing, while an environmentalist accused state officials of using misinformation and scare tactics to stir up that opposition. ...more

February 16, 2010

Dunedin's drinking water crisis is over following the successful completion of temporary repairs to a damaged main beneath St. Joseph Sound. ...more

February 14, 2010

It was a little too chilly to plan a romantic room at the beach this weekend, but love is year-round and so are the romantic getaways at Florida State Parks. ...more

February 14, 2010

Recommendation: Cut back on change order demands. ...more

February 12, 2010

Water pressure has been restored citywide, and residents can return to normal water uses, officials said. ...more

February 12, 2010

Decision expected next week from state. ...more

February 11, 2010

The work of installing what is intended as a temporary solution to the leaking water main on Dunedin Causeway has begun, the city announced Thursday morning. ...more

February 11, 2010

During Monday night's Avon Park City Council workshop, the council was briefed on several ongoing issues and projects. No motions were made during the workshop. ...more

February 11, 2010

Honeymoon Island State Park has reopened for visitors after repairs to a water main that ruptured last week, state officials said Monday. ...more

February 9, 2010