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Sweet setup
[Times photo: Steve Hasel]
Tommy Cooper gets a grip Thursday on one of the cones that will advertise his food vending trailer at the upcoming Citrus County Fair in Inverness. All around Cooper, Belle City Amusements was busily preparing for the fair, which will open Monday and run through the March 23. |
Jan Glidewell
Terrorism shield takes on new hue
And you thought the government wasn't doing anything.
He keeps all the animals as healthy as a horse
For years, Dr. Dumas has run a one-stop clinic for the fair's steers, providing safe fun and amusement for youth.
Neighbors smile on housing plan
Beverly Hills residents welcome an affordable housing complex for seniors.
Inmate classes may help recovery
A new jail program offers education, including life skills, for inmates in the hope of lowering the rate of repeat offenses.
Senate split still likely for county
As the vote on redistricting looms, Citrus officials may not get their wish for the county to be represented by one senator.
Cost cripples public gym plan
School Board members differ about what should be done with the old Citrus High gymnasium.
Citrus digest
Alliance challenges condos
Citrus County fair schedule
MONDAY
Steering a family tradition
FLORAL CITY -- Arien Thomas is 14, weighs 125 pounds and stands 5-feet 4-inches tall. Rocky is 1 year old and weighs 1,000 pounds plus, and stands tall enough that Arien's head and shoulders just peek over the top of his back when she grooms him.
Fresh, hot bread, just like grandma used to make
People keep coming back for a taste of the Extension Service's oven-hot bread and butter.
Put raises in school budget, union requests
The group representing teachers and other school workers says it is irresponsible for the district to set a budget and try to find money for annual pay increases later.
Fair brings mix of magic, music
A banjomobile and magic tricks are likely to tickle the kids to pieces. And for the adults, a game show.
Canyon to toast the Irish with songs
The band Razz Ma Tazz will perform as part of a two-day St. Patrick's Day celebration.
Chateau redefines 'continental' cuisine
Run by 24-year-old Keith Chancas, the Chateau Chan Sezz offers a rich taste of fine French dining and top-notch service.
This week
COMEDY: Kiss or Make Up, a comedy presented by Gulf Islands Civic Theatre, will be performed today, Saturday and Sunday at the West Citrus Community Center, Veterans Drive off U.S. 19 S between Crystal River and Homosassa Springs. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Turn west off U.S. 19 on Veterans Drive, the community center is on the left. Tickets are $8 in advance at the Gulf Islands box office at Cash Carpets, 776 N Enterprise Point, Lecanto. Tickets at the door are $10. Call 527-9061.
Parade the pride of your kitchen, garden or studio
Citrus County residents can display their handiwork and see how it fares against other entries. A Youth World category showcases students' efforts.
Agriculture as important to county as it is to fair
Dear Friends:
Men, gators hit the mats
The Kachunga show uses bouts to teach spectators about alligators. The show's Web site says the animals are not sedated.
Citrus gets another shot at Pirates
Citrus hopes the sequel is better than the original.
'Canes in bind minus star
Alycia LePage is a good player. So good, in fact, that filling her shoes might seem to be an impossible task.
Metz delivers for Pirates
The transfer pitcher (4-0) aims for his third straight no-hitter with unbeaten Crystal River.
Residents showcase their musical talent
Local entertainers will be offering gospel, country and bluegrass music at the Citrus County Fair. All local entertainers will perform inside the auditorium. Admission is free.
Miss Teen Citrus County contestants
MISS TEEN CITRUS COUNTY
The fair in brief
Oh, baby!
First came a little tin building ...
4-H exhibits in Lecanto were the forerunner of the Citrus County Fair. The first Inverness incarnation was on the football field at Citrus High School in 1947.
