ConocoPhillips will sell the remainder of its gas stations in the United States, the company said Wednesday, though Conoco, Phillips 66, and 76 will continue to operate under those familiar signs. ...more

August 28, 2008

Even though Tropical Storm Fay veered away from Pasco County – twice – last week, the storm still cost the county about $60,000 in expenses, county commissioners learned today. No property damage has been reported to the county, James Martin, Pasco's director of emergency management, told commissioners at their meeting this morning. ...more

August 27, 2008

Americans felt better about the economy in August, as a barometer of sentiment posted the biggest boost in two years amid falling gas prices. Two reports suggested that a bottom could be nearing for the housing market, but economists caution it's too early to proclaim that the worst is over. ...more

August 27, 2008

If the Public Service Commission approves a two-stage rate increase requested by Tampa Electric Co., a typical homeowner could pay about $50 more a month for electricity. ...more

August 25, 2008

Mike Maio of Port Richey says the answer to the energy problem is solar water heater. ...more

August 23, 2008

David Parsons stuffed the Summer Cash Florida Lottery ticket into his wallet when he bought it two weeks ago and never gave it much thought after that. The drawing was Aug. 6. ...more

August 13, 2008

Once a cop, always a cop? While his days as a police officer are long behind him, Highlands County Administrator Michael Wright used an old police trick to not only find an unknown suspect but also to get him to immediately admit his guilt. ...more

August 12, 2008

As air conditioner usage kicks into full gear at this time of the year, there's ways to curb that light bill. ...more

August 11, 2008

It may have officially started Aug. 1, but the Samaritan Project, created to aid needy families in and around the city, has been helping people for months. ...more

August 8, 2008

In my opinion the city of Avon Park is looking at a good method to mount their Code Enforcement Officers. I have been using an electric GEM car for over a year now. It has required absolutely no maintenance. We drive to church and grocery shopping several times a week. We also drive to the bank, the post office and veterinary, but not to the gas station! I have probably not run it as many miles as the officers will, but it is practically costless with no pollution of any kind, because it uses no gasoline and it charges quickly and easily. The Alan Jay experts can fix any small problem as well as change the batteries and replace any worn parts. I see no reason the city could not put at least half of their police force in the GEM cars too. Install good radios and they can notify a conventional cruiser if a speeder is spotted. ...more

August 7, 2008