State bear population grows, so do encounters

09/14/09 By Michael Oppermann Correspondent Bear encounters are on the rise as Florida's population of the threatened species rebounds to as many as 3,000, and local agencies are reacting with new and evolving policies to cope with the situation.

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Marion roadways recognized as National Scenic Byways

10/19/09 By Michael Oppermann Correspondent The culmination of a five-year project by a local community organization will be celebrated Saturday to mark federal recognition of the natural and historic significance of the region's roadways.

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FWC to discuss modifying hunting zone boundaries

12/28/09 By Michael Oppermann Correspondent Recent proposals by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission promise to bring potentially positive changes to the 2010-11 hunting season if they are adopted during the commission's next meeting.

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