June 3, 2000
Sheriff's Office pursues budget increase
The 5.5 percent increase would help pay for more deputies. The figure is in line with what the sheriff proposed in 1999.
Paving done despite order
CRYSTAL RIVER -- A contractor angered city officials Friday morning by finishing a paving project after Crystal River building official Walt Brown issued a "stop work" order at a commercial property owned by former City Council member Ed Tolle.
Board vet resigns, enters tax race
INVERNESS -- Six-year School Board member Mark Stone on Friday filed his resignation from his seat, paving the way for his candidacy for the job of tax collector and opening another School Board seat for the election later this year.
Ready, set . . . vote! Local races shaping up
Some contests are hot and some not. Here's a look at the emerging political scene in Citrus County.
Homosassa River raft race casts off today
HOMOSASSA -- For a wet and wild time, visit the grounds of K C Crump Restaurant and Ramshackle Cafe on the River, 11210 W Halls River Road, for the annual Homosassa River raft race today.
Electrical surge injures Florida Power employee
CRYSTAL RIVER -- A Florida Power Corp. electrician was in serious but stable condition Friday after receiving an electric shock Thursday night.
Spirit-filled summer school
Several local churches are offering vacation Bible school programs. Most, but not all, are for children.
Summer diversions offered for youths
Art classes, reading and camps are among the fun activities available countywide for children this summer.
