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Citrus team tops at Envirothon

[Times photo: Steve Hasel]
BROOKSVILLE -- The members of SpongeBob, a team from the Academy of Environmental Science in Crystal River, says they're a collective genius. |
Jan Glidewell
My father's obituary: A horseman to the end
Sometimes in a time of confusion surrounding a death, a single moment suddenly becomes defining.
Nuclear power plant loses 19 more jobs
CRYSTAL RIVER -- Florida Power eliminated 19 jobs from its nuclear plant on Thursday, continuing a downsizing effort that began last winter under the company's new owner.
Despite threat, nuclear plant safe, officials say
Florida Power says no additional security measures are planned at the nuclear plant despite discoveries of more terrorist plots.
Wealthy ally joins condo fight
Opposition to the proposed Halls River Retreat gets stronger as the opinions of a Wall Street tycoon who owns nearby property are relayed.
Citrus digest
Man with knife steals woman's purse
Assistant principal selection raises stir
Several School Board members say being Crystal River High's assistant principal and activities director would be too much for Earl Bramlett.
Museum presents exhibit on Tuskegee Airmen
INVERNESS -- The Old Courthouse Heritage Museum will commemorate Black History Month in February with a series of local historical programs and an exhibit about the Tuskegee Airmen.
Sunday Jams
The Minus One Band is the draw for the afternoon shows at an Inverness restaurant.
This week
JAZZ JAM: The Citrus Jazz Society will begin its monthly jam session at 1:30 p.m. Sunday in the Hampton Room of Andre's of Citrus Hills.
Chili cooks to exchange friendly fire
The Seagrass Pub and Grill hosts what it hopes becomes an annual chili cookoff.
Orchestra marks silver anniversary with concert
Guest soloist Andreas Klein will help the Central Florida Symphony Orchestra celebrate its 25th anniversary.
Teen takes plea deal for arson, burglary
INVERNESS -- A Citrus County teen accused of breaking into a Crystal River house and setting it on fire pleaded no contest Thursday to charges of arson, grand theft and burglary.
Black eye least of Pirates' woes
BROOKSVILLE -- Crystal River and Citrus had a tough time staying focused on Wednesday's Class 2A, District 7 semifinals.
A familiar fight
The second-seeded Panthers (15-5-1) play the top-seeded Hurricanes (18-2-1) tonight at 7:30 in the Class 2A, District 7 final, marking the fifth straight year they have battled for the title.
Lecanto trip to Naples is 'bonus'
It seems Lecanto just can't get enough of long road trips.
Panthers, Nichols continue to shoot for consistency
The past week was a microcosm of Lecanto's season.