After he was arrested in connection with attacks on his parents-in-law, Alex Shevgert said he was afraid his father-in-law was going to have him killed, an FBI agent testified this morning. ...more

November 12, 2008

Michael N. Mattia of Tarpon Springs says America needs Republican White House and Congress. ...more

September 20, 2008

Unintended Consequences To all who read Sherry and Walt Searle's letter about Hernando County. ...more

September 20, 2008

In response to Millie Grime's letter (Highlands Today Sept. 11) regarding the contributions to Mr. Grimming's campaign, I wish to share information regarding those contributions. First of all, if you check the records, Mr. Grimming has not received any contributions from Michigan. He has received contributions from Illinois. This is due to family support and the respect he earned from colleagues during his years with the Illinois State Police. During his tenure he rose through the ranks from a patrolman to become deputy director. ...more

September 14, 2008

I would like to recommend Susan Benton to be re-elected as sheriff of Highlands County. While in office she has brought her department into the 21st century. She has made officers more accessible to the public and she is intelligent and articulate. It's refreshing to have a sheriff who isn't a "good old boy," no pun intended. ...more

September 11, 2008

Until the Supreme Court ruled Thursday, it was unclear if citizens in this country had even a limited right to possess a loaded firearm for hunting or personal self-defense. ...more

June 27, 2008

Many residents of Highlands County may not be aware that each of the five county commissioners receives a salary, in addition to the wages they earn from their own employment. Not only did Highlands County residents elect the fine folks that hold seats on the Board of County Commissioners, but we also pay them to make wise decisions. Recently, however, I have noticed that our commissioners are interested in appointing committees rather than making decisions themselves. As much as I am supportive of community involvement in local government, I disagree with the abundance of committees that have been created. Before long, the commissioners will be forming a committee to form a committee for something else. Governing by way of committee only sends the message to your constituents that you're afraid or unable to make decisions. Their actions, or inactions, also clearly send the message that they don't trust their own employees to do the work they were hired to do. This is a very disconcerting message for everyone. ...more

February 8, 2008

After many years of planning and construction, the long-awaited Peter O. Knight Airport opened with great fanfare in 1935. Peter O. Knight was originally developed by the Federal Works Project Administration and up until 1946 it was operated as the principal commercial airport serving Hillsborough County and the Tampa Bay area. ...more

January 28, 2008

Frank Ferreri of New Port Richey says MADD should shift its focus from drunken driving to irresponsible driving. ...more

October 3, 2007