Over the past five years or so, an interesting dynamic has taken place in which the so-called alt-right and alt-left ideologies have converged on a number of hot-buttoned issues. While political …
Each week, TBT spotlights some of the more insightful reader comments that have been posted on our recent articles. Anonymous comments or those that violate our civility guidelines are not …
On May 24, pro-sprawl Senate Bill 540 was signed into law. On May 25, the US Supreme Court limited the ability of the EPA to protect wetlands. That was not a good week! Both decisions …
Dear EarthTalk: Is it OK for the environment to use an electric bug zapper to keep the mosquitoes at bay in summer? Beth L., Medford, MA With summer comes, many of us seek solutions …
Manatee County is seeking public input for a new set of proposed impact fees. The outcome of the study is predictable. The Manatee County Commission will likely find that impact fees across the board …
Over the past week, TBT has reported on an Inspector General audit which revealed that Manatee County Commission Chair Kevin Van Ostenbridge used his county credit card to purchase voter data in his …
Independence Day is an incredibly festive time for millions of American families nationwide. It s a day to celebrate freedom in all its forms. Typically, families enjoy BBQs, fireworks, beaches, …
Each week, TBT spotlights some of the more insightful reader comments that have been posted on our recent articles. Anonymous comments or those that violate our civility guidelines are not …
The Manatee County Clerk has just released the Manatee County financials for the first five months of fiscal '23, and they show the same level of disturbing surpluses as in previous years. …
Dear EarthTalk: Can we harness kinetic energy to reduce our carbon footprint? J.B., via email Harnessing kinetic energy as a means to reduce our carbon footprint is indeed a promising …
Historic mistakes were made in developing Manatee and Sarasota counties. These mistakes cannot be easily corrected, and there is no reason to believe we will change our lifestyle or land use patterns …
Each week, TBT spotlights some of the more insightful reader comments that have been posted on our recent articles. Anonymous comments or those that violate our civility guidelines are not …
Dear EarthTalk: With summer bearing down on us, are there any environmentally friendly air conditioners out there? Fred Johansen, Grand Rapids, MI Air conditioners are essential for …
I m often asked my thoughts on how we might turn around the sad state of local and state politics in which our single-party rule has been captured by special interests, most notably land developers. …
Each week, TBT spotlights some of the more insightful reader comments that have been posted on our recent articles. Anonymous comments or those that violate our civility guidelines are not …
Dear EarthTalk: Do nature, plants and animals have legal rights? Tom C., Raleigh, NC The question of whether nature, encompassing plants and animals, should possess rights is a …
We have all heard much talk of growth bringing progress to our area and of the enlarged tax base it provides to better our economy. Every day that passes, Florida gains nearly 1,000 new …
Each week, TBT spotlights some of the more insightful reader comments that have been posted on our recent articles. Anonymous comments or those that violate our civility guidelines are not …
Dear EarthTalk: What is the ""right to roam"" and why is it controversial in the United States? P.K., Bend, OR The ""right to roam"" is a concept that allows people to access and …
Florida's delicate environment should not suffer from neglect and the lack of gubernatorial leadership. The problems that threaten the environment are many and extremely complex, but the problems are …
