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Officers check up on their charges
[Times photo: Steve Hasel]
Probation officers make surprise visits to about 100 people under court supervision during a four-hour special roundup Thursday night. |
Murder suspect on probation
A man accused of killing his mother outside a convenience store faced a Texas judge two months before for arson. A plea deal called for probation and counseling.
Educators get mercy; why not students?
In a year that has seen the Citrus County school system deal with its share of problems, last week's venture deep into the police blotter was a major body blow.
Residents opposed to another mobile home
Neighbors say a land owner with a mobile home on his lot knew of the zoning rules when he bought the property.
Some parents' actions ruin game for kids
Editor: My children have been involved with Little League baseball in Crystal River for the past few years, so this year when there were so few coaches for the minor league teams, my wife and I were asked if we could help my son's coach from last year. We agreed, knowing what a great organization this was from years past.
New council a must before annexation
They change city managers more than most people change their wardrobe. They raised the property tax rate last year. They bicker, fight and hold grudges like a dysfunctional family, allowing their personalities to get in the way of good government.
Running is a rush for Schmidt
Running has become such a passion for Jennifer Schmidt that only one thing has sidelined her in recent years.
Dumas took hobby and ran with it
Gloria Dumas was not a serious runner.
This week in government
The Homosassa Special Water District board will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Homosassa Civic Club, 10974 W Creek Lane.
Clubs and organizations
The United Methodist Men of the First United Methodist Church in Inverness put on an appreciation luncheon for employees of the Citrus County Sheriff's Office on April 3. The purpose of the barbecued chicken lunch was to thank the Sheriff's Office for its hard work and dedication in the community and "to show God's love in a practical way," according to a news release. Cooking chores were assumed by Rudy and Gloria Schweitz, winter visitors and church members. Called Rudy's Famous BBQ Chicken, the sauce recipe is a dressed-up version of a recipe from Cornell University. They were ably assisted by the United Methodist Men and Women.
County birth rate registers 5 percent hike
Figures show slight decreases in the number of low birth weight babies and children born to unwed mothers.
Political scene
The Yankeetown-Inglis Republican Club will meet at noon Tuesday at the Izaak Walton Restaurant and Lodge, 63rd Street, Yankeetown, and features a lunch for $6 plus tax and tip per person. Susan Gill, supervisor of elections, Citrus County, will be the guest speaker. Reservations are required. Call Edith at 447-2622 or Scotty at 447-2895 for reservations and information. Open to members, guests and the public.
