First baby hurries to appear [Times photo: Ron Thompson] About four minutes after his mother was wheeled into Citrus Memorial Hospital, the county's first child greets the new year.

Where are they now?
The Citrus Times always writes a story about the first baby born each year in Citrus County. Today, in addition to that story, we catch up with some recent "first babies" and see what they are doing.

Young guests treated to combustible and fun day
INVERNESS -- Citrus High School chemistry II students suited up for protection against fire, sparks and explosions.

10 predictions for 2003
Here's my annual column about what I think will happen -- but don't blame me if it doesn't