Brotherly baptism [Times photo: Steve Hasel] The Rev. Doug Alexander, right, of the Church Without Walls in Inverness, baptizes his own brother, Johnell Alexander. The baptism was one of 26 performed Sunday at a private pool. Helping is associate pastor Byron Freeman, left.

New York trip offers help, healing
A former victim advocate's eight-day trip to ground zero also brings home the reality of an enormous loss.

Thurman PAC aims to redraw district line
The Dunnellon Democrat, who faces a redistricting disadvantage and a strong challenger, is loath to spend campaign funds on the effort.

Citrus digest
Man arrested in bid to slash two with knife

Floral City envisions its future
A meeting on Tuesday will explore ideas for improving the community while retaining its idyllic nature.

Irv Clark, 74, dies after years singing in musicals
"Any time his name was on the marquee, people bought tickets," said Madeline Child, past president of Stage West and a longtime Clark associate.

Orthodox churches celebrate Easter
The Eastern celebration of Pascha involves a dramatic candlelighting service in complete darkness.

Hit passes, beach for the snook
Opportunities exist for catching nearly every inshore species, especially on the beach.

Taking a different angle
Want a breather from serious fishing? Try a family outing on the water for simple but exciting cobia and mackerel action.

Outdoors notebook
Weekend events -- Tonight