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Fire rouses guests at hotel
[Times photo: Steve Hasel]
Firefighters scurry to a fire at the landmark Crown Hotel and put it out. About a dozen guests are evacuated. |
Wal-Mart sends plans to county for final okay
The supercenter's planners are trying to meet many of the county's new big box ordinance requirements, even though they are exempted.
Ex-coach bows out, won't seek school job
Earl Bramlett removes his name from consideration amid questions about his ability to do two jobs at Crystal River High School.
Crystal River begins inquiry on chief's talk
CRYSTAL RIVER -- City Manager Phil Lilly has ordered an investigation into allegations police Chief Jim Farley held a meeting during which he illegally instructed his officers how to vote in the City Council elections.
Citrus digest
Streetscape administrator fired over project's troubles
2 lawmakers feud over springs bill
One says it's a simple measure involving water bottlers. Another says it's flawed.
Pirates battle emotional week
CRYSTAL RIVER -- Good and bad news has been flowing into Crystal River in equal parts the past seven days.
Tournaments at a glance
CLASS 4A, DISTRICT 7
Citrus is entering unknown territory
Familiarity with your opponent is supposed to be a good thing.
Nelson: 'Canes are up for challenge
Citrus coach Bruce Nelson is an optimist.
Newsmakers
GOOD CITIZENS: Hernando Elementary School announces the VFW Good Citizens for December: kindergarten -- Caylin Lopes; first grade -- Miciaho Ivey, Dixie Kidwell; second grade -- Blake Parsons; third grade -- Ashley Owens; fourth grade -- Jessica Bedard, Richard Cockerham, Erich Schulz; fifth grade -- Gonzalo Loredo.
Class notes
VALENTINE DANCE AND MEETING: Home Is School will hold a Valentine's Party from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 15 at the Lecanto Multi-Purpose Senior Center. Drinks will be provided and covered dishes or snacks are requested. Please bring CDs for dancing. An arts and crafts activity will be provided for younger children. For information, call Sandy Toth at 860-1739.
Say it
Students at Pope John Paul II Catholic School who recently participated in a speech contest were asked: "What was the topic you chose for your speech?"
Classical music is a treat for students
Inverness Primary School pupils come away exhilarated after attending a symphony performance.
Helping worthy paws
By reading, students at Lecanto Primary School are helping raise money for a program in which dogs help the disabled.
