Tag

honeymoon Island

People stand outside while holding signs. A woman in grey shirt holds microphone and stands behind a podium.

Protesters rally at Honeymoon Island to oppose development plans

More than 100 people braved the hot Florida weather to protest a proposed development of pickleball courts at Honeymoon Island State Park on Tuesday. Concerned citizens and elected officials held signs, chanted, and even sang...

The Scoop: Weds. Aug. 28th, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Protest at Honeymoon Island State Park over the development of pickleball courts has caused a halt in the development plan meeting.
Water with trees and blue sky.

State park development plans get pushback from advocates and lawmakers

Environmental groups are pushing back against a controversial plan called the “Great Outdoors Initiative.” The Florida Department of Environmental Protection released details last week to build pickleball courts, disc golf courses, and lodging at nine...
Hillsborough River State Park

Florida offers more details on its controversial plan for changes at state parks

Conservation groups object to the possibility of adding lodging, pickleball and golf at Florida State Parks; state releases details.

Follow us on Instagram

Audio After Hours
Player position: