Board dilemma: Abandon gym to get new classrooms
INVERNESS -- School officials will not be able to use state construction dollars to build another wing of classrooms at Citrus High School if they continue to use the school's former gymnasium as classroom space.

Chicago band to play jazz classics at concerts
Sunday's performance by the James Dapogny Chicago Jazz Band highlights the weekend entertainment scene.

Convicted rapist goes to prison for life
Circuit Judge Ric Howard recommends that Timothy C. Conley "be housed in the most secure facility the state has to offer."

Up to 800 jobs in forecast
Citrus County businesses could add up to 800 employees in the next three years, according to a survey summarized Friday by the Citrus County Economic Development Council. Of the 104 companies surveyed as part of the EDC's business retention and expansion study, 48 said they planned to add employees. The study identified some weaknesses, too. Employers said there is a lack of skilled workers in Citrus and called for additional education opportunities. The EDC said its priority is to strengthen and expand training programs at Central Florida Community College's local campus and partner with other higher education institutions.

Accident suspect turns herself in
Marybelle Daffron left her Hudson house at dusk on a Saturday night in June for a weekend getaway in Citrus County.

Anglers can get hooked on the cooler fall weather
With the first cold spell finally arriving and an abundance of sardines on the flats, the fall fishing season has begun.

Crossbow considerations
Some view the sport as a threat to bow hunting.

County Services Expo to entertain, inform
LECANTO -- The Citrus County Services Expo is composed of events taking place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Lecanto Government Complex, the Fire Training Center, Lecanto Senior Center and the Citrus County Canning Kitchen. The Expo includes a day of demonstrations, activities and informational booths -- a convenient, one-stop opportunity to learn more about the many county services that are offered.