The sun sparkled on the lakes at Colt Creek State Park as dozens of anglers sank their lines while hundreds of other visitors gathered to celebrate the park’s grand opening.

Michael Sole, secretary of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, applauds Dr.

Left: Former Governor Bob Martinez discusses environmental issues with David Moore, District executive director, and Heidi McCree, District Governing Board member and chair ex officio of t

At the park dedication, Bo Rooks, Withlacoochee River Basin Board member, talked of how the partnership between the District and the civic association benefits everyone.

Professor Thomas Hallock (far right) and his class enjoyed a trip to the Green Swamp. The trip was led by Paul Elliott, senior land specialist (back center).

The renovation of the data center at the Tampa Service Office has led to an unexpected windfall for Hillsborough County students.

“After 17 years in the data center, we had a lot of office supplies that we didn’t need anymore,” said Ed Jordan, computer operations manager.

David Moore, District executive director, and Kirby Green III, St.