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Plan for golf courses in Florida’s state park triggers strong reactions


Plan for golf courses in Florida’s state park triggers strong reactions

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection proposes adding facilities such as pickleball courts, lodges and 18-hole golf courses to nine state parks. Golf courses in Florida state parks? US Congressman Brian Mast speaks about golf course proposals at Jonathan Dickinson State Park A torrent of criticism of proposed golf courses at Jonathan Dickinson State Park […]

For one day, Xander Schauffele is better than Scottie Scheffler


For one day, Xander Schauffele is better than Scottie Scheffler

CASTLE ROCK – The PGA Tour’s best hunter arrived at the driving range at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday Two golfers to his right, the guy everyone else is chasing, were already busy with their opening routine before their 9 a.m. tee time. The two best golfers in the world were competing in the first round […]

Growing opposition to plans for golf course in state park


Growing opposition to plans for golf course in state park

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – An effort to get the Sunshine State to change course on a new initiative for Florida’s state parks is causing controversy. Several state legislators and conservation groups are concerned about the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Great Outdoors Initiative. The initiative calls for the installation of amenities such as golf courses, […]

Georgia Hall reveals St. Andrews is her “favourite place, as always”


Georgia Hall reveals St. Andrews is her “favourite place, as always”

Georgia Hall shot 1 under par and 71 strokes at St. Andrews, putting her in the top 10 after 18 holes of the AIG Women’s Open. Her eagle on the ninth hole ended her round with a huge momentum boost. Despite this, Hall loves St. Andrews very much. She spoke about her passion for the […]

Tee off at Jonathan Dickinson State Park? Proposal raises questions


Tee off at Jonathan Dickinson State Park? Proposal raises questions

Eve examples | TCPALM/Treasure Coast Newspapers Golf and pickleball planned in Florida state parks A new initiative could support the development of state parks in Florida. Fox – 13 News This column was originally published on May 10, 2011. It is being republished as there are new reports about the possible expansion of Jonathan Dickinson […]

Cougars achieve season best in non-section win


Cougars achieve season best in non-section win

Charleroi achieved its season-best result in a non-group game at the Mon Valley Country Club on Wednesday, winning 195-225 against the guests from Jefferson-Morgan. Levi Large won the medal for the Cougars (4-1) with a 1-over 37. Gage Patterson, Jake Corrin and Jackson Keranko all shot 39. Kaden Woods finished with 41. Josh Chambers’ 43 […]

Florida’s park plan includes golf and pickleball


Florida’s park plan includes golf and pickleball

TALLAHASSEE – Future visits to some of Florida’s state parks could include playing 18 holes of golf or Pickleball. The state Department of Environmental Protection this week announced a so-called “Great Outdoors Initiative” aimed at expanding public access to state parks. The announcement includes, among other things, establishing campgrounds and cabins and increasing “the number […]

Jonathan Dickinson Park plans golf courses due to outdoor initiative


Jonathan Dickinson Park plans golf courses due to outdoor initiative

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection on Monday announced its Great Outdoors Initiative, which aims to update state parks management plans and improve park amenities. Video: Endangered papaya plant protected in Juno Beach, Florida The four-leaf pawpaw plant has been listed as endangered by the USFWS since 1986. It grows in Martin and Palm Beach […]

Analysis: The FedEx Cup Playoffs deliver. But not always the best player with the title


Analysis: The FedEx Cup Playoffs deliver. But not always the best player with the title

CASTLE ROCK, Colorado – The “silly” idea that Scottie Scheffler could have won two playoff events after a dominant season and still not win the FedEx Cup is nothing new. Fifteen years ago, Tiger Woods decided to play in the postseason opener for the first time, giving him a huge boost in the third edition […]

Topeka-area high school golfers to watch this season


Topeka-area high school golfers to watch this season

TOPEKA – Many Topeka-area teams are looking to return to state championship-level golf this fall, with Hayden and Silver Lake returning many of the players from last year that helped them lift the ultimate trophy. Other schools in the area are ready to take their own steps toward quality tournament performance. Each school will rely […]