PHCC worries about rivalry in Pinellas
Leaders don't want a planned four-year college in Tarpon Springs to recruit Pasco and Hernando freshmen and sophomores.
Robbery leads to chase, ends with 2 crashes
A deputy crashes his car, as does the man he is chasing. But officers aren't sure if the driver was even involved in a robbery at a convenience store.
Judge clears 2 in boat docking cases
Both were accused of breaching a 1999 county ordinance banning commercial fishing boats longer than 26 feet from residential areas.
Commission must focus on safety
Editor: Re: Panel opposes scooter law, Feb. 14 Hernando Times:
Fire commissioners taking role too far
They are elected to set policy and oversee the budget. But some of the Spring Hill Fire Rescue District commissioners are not content in that role. Like youngsters who are still infatuated with the sirens and flashing lights on the big red firetrucks, they meddle too often in the job property owners pay the fire chief to handle.
Hernando star signs with PHCC
BROOKSVILLE -- Hernando senior Chrissy Hartley had the perfect day planned: celebrate her 18th birthday with a big game against Central, then top it off by announcing where she would be continuing her softball career at the collegiate level.
Surprise champs are hungry for more success
BROOKSVILLE -- Charlie Williams didn't see it coming.
County sending 14 qualifiers to Lakeland in pursuit of title
SPRING HILL -- After months of sacrifice, exertion and commitment, all that matters is three days and the mats on the floor of Lakeland Center.
Classnotes
CHOCACHATTI ELEMENTARY: The school will hold its final orientation meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday for parents wishing to apply to enroll their children for the 2001-02 year. Parents must attend the meeting to apply for the lottery, which will be held in March to fill approximately 90 seats that will be available in the coming school year. Orientation will be held in the cafeteria. For more information, call 797-7067.
Hard work pays off in lunch with governor
A Springstead High junior joins 60 Florida high school scholars in an event to honor community-minded students.
Academic all-stars train hard for glory
The students, many of them first-timers to state competition, also study each other for April's Academic Challenge.
Hernando in brief
Donations sought for yard sale