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Motor home fans soak up the good life
[Times photo: Daniel Wallace]
BROOKSVILLE -- Gail Diamond, her retirement a week old, leaned back in her lawn chair and stretched her bare toes toward the warm sun. |
Schools' audit cites $1-million deficit
It's not real, says the School Board chairman. It's just a misunderstanding that will be corrected when a reply is filed.
Utility deal still not done despite county optimism
Parties to the Florida Water Services proposed buyout disclaim a Hernando official's statement that an offer has been accepted.
Judge's words may bolster teacher's side
An administrative law judge criticizes the reasoning of the state Education Department's ethics case against teacher Joseph Gatti.
Deputies comb woods for buried body
Authorities say an ex-Brooksville man admits helping bury a body but can't recall exactly where.
If bears are to be saved, relocate them
Editor: Re: For bears' welfare, say no to Wal-Mart, Feb. 5 letter to the editor from Niki Everitt:
New agency chief will have hands full
Also on Tuesday, the County Commission hired Mike McHugh, a former president of the Hernando County Mining Association, to temporarily direct its newly created Office of Business Development. The commission gave tentative, but unanimous, approval to hiring McHugh; a final vote is scheduled for next week.
A wink at records policy won't do
It's been three months since the Hernando County Commission learned that Administrator Paul McIntosh and his staff were not adhering to a 2-year-old policy regarding the retention and accessibility of electronic public records. It took a couple of weeks, but the commissioners eventually instructed McIntosh to follow the policy and to examine a more efficient system.
Police reports
Bat-wielding driver jailed on charges
Wells will have to wait for zoning decision
Officials say more land is needed to supply water; some residents fear the utility is trying to pump up its size for a sale.
Deputies faultless in brawl at lounge
A Sheriff's Office inquiry exonerates officers accused of excessive force at a bar.
Hernando focuses on its own game
BROOKSVILLE -- The way Hernando coach Pete Lahey saw it, his decision not to watch Tuesday's Class 3A, District 6tournament game between Crystal River and Ocala West Port was based on common sense -- not nonchalance.
Bears look toward next goal
BROOKSVILLE -- Few things are as daunting for a coach as preparing a team after a major, emotional victory.
Class notes
TEXTBOOK GIVEAWAY: The Hernando County School District will offer a retired textbook and media material giveaway to the public from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 15 at the school distribution center at 8050 Mobley Road in Brooksville. Those wishing to participate are advised to bring their own bags to carry their books home.
Teen tutor is a rock for kids who need a pal
A hero and big sister to her Moton third-graders, a Hernando High senior gives them much more than classroom help.
A school's solid citizens
A club at J.D. Floyd Elementary rewards students who excel in their class work and classroom behavior.
