One up, dozens to go [Times photo:Ron Thompson] City of Inverness employee and former Marine John Owen raises one of about 50 flags to fly along Main Street to salute the heroes of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorism attacks. The idea for the project came from city residents. Though questions were raised about the possibility of accidents and the city's liability, the City Council gave its blessing.

Crystal River police horse dies
CRYSTAL RIVER -- Snickers, a miniature horse that was a member of the Police Department's mounted patrol, died Saturday, City Manager Phil Lilly said.

Man, 34, is killed in farm accident
Keven Van Ness, an owner of Van Ness Groves Farm, was crushed between his pickup and a front end loader.

Costs of recycling squeeze county
Although it may be unpopular, the waste director says, the county needs to drop its collection of steel, glass and plastic.

Record is double-edged for incumbent
Jim Fowler says he voted for what is right, not what is popular. His opponents differ.

Commentary: Released Hurricane finds home
Starting over is tough.

Florida tour is shooting to get area players
Hoping to capitalize on local interest, two Hudson men have started The Florida Golf Tour, which will play 18 dates next year and cover Sarasota to Citrus counties.

Veteran shows why he's a champ
INVERNESS -- Citrus County Speedway veteran Herb Neumann Jr. hasn't spent much time at his home track this season, opting to try his luck at other circuits throughout central Florida.

Letters
Judge's goal should not be to break spirits
Editor: It surely would be a very sad day in the United States if on Sept. 11 the spirit of the American people had been broken.