Opinion

Gerry Glynn

Gerry Glynn

Now Is our chance to invest in Florida’s future

Gerry Glynn
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
As Florida’s legislature deliberates how best to use a nearly $4 billion budget surplus – the product of unexpected tax revenue combined with an influx of federal aid during the pandemic – our state is faced with a big question: What can we do today to solve the problems of tomorrow?
The Central Florida Expressway Authority proposes an elevated roadway in the Cypress Parkway median to connect the Southport Connector to the south end of Poinciana Parkway. GRAPHIC/CFX

The Central Florida Expressway Authority proposes an elevated roadway in the Cypress Parkway median to connect the Southport Connector to the south end of Poinciana Parkway. GRAPHIC/CFX

As I See It — Southport Connector won’t help Poinciana

Lita Epstein
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
I know people believe the Southport Connector will be a positive addition for Poinciana, but as currently designed it will actually make traffic conditions worse.
From the Editor — Ken is really enjoying the Winter Olympics.

From the Editor — Ken is really enjoying the Winter Olympics.

FROM THE EDITOR — Loving the experience of the Winter Olympics

Ken Jackson
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
For the rest of this week and next, I don’t need Netflix to tell me what to watch, based on some algorithm. I’ll watch what’s on, when it’s on. While our favorite network shows are mostly in reruns right now, I’ve got my appointment TV.
Letters To the Editor — Feb. 9, 2022

Letters To the Editor — Feb. 9, 2022

Letters To the Editor — Feb. 9, 2022

News Staff
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
All requests should ride in same Ethics lane Dear Editor: I’ve written my own letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis, as a resident of Osceola County who has always shown great concern for the lack of maturity among many of our local officials.
Jill Pertler — Slices of Life

Jill Pertler — Slices of Life

Catching the bug

Jill Pertler
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
For the last 14 months I’ve been anticipating it. Waiting. Knowing it was lurking in the corners or behind a large, formidable rock. I figured I was immersed in grief and that would lower my defenses and I’d be overcome eventually by some sort of bug – COVID or otherwise. It finally got me.
Letters to the Editor — Jan. 20, 2022

Letters to the Editor — Jan. 20, 2022

Letters To the Editor — Jan. 20, 2022

News Staff
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
State cancer screening programs are important Dear Editor: It’s no question the pandemic continues to have a dire impact on the health and financial wellness of Florida families.
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