School news Board delays action on finance chief pay The School Board was prepared to reject a pay raise and promotion for Sara Perez, but it agrees to postpone a decision. Schools prepare expansion plans District officials buy land and explore other ways to accommodate the growing student load. Outgoing school clerk joins race for School Board seat 2 students create scientific success Butterflies take flight, to delight of students Class acts out history of colonial America Program gives kids small taste of real life School news

June 15, 2000

Despite precautions, lightning hit golfers
The three victims stopped their game and sought cover, but it wasn't enough.

Opposition to Wal-Mart supercenter continues
Residents still say the site is too close to their homes.

Psychiatric patient accused of calling in bomb threat
CRYSTAL RIVER -- Authorities on Wednesday arrested a psychiatric patient on charges that he falsely reported planting a bomb at the place where he was receiving treatment: the Oaks, which is part of Seven Rivers Community Hospital.

Drug Court offers users new hope
If defendants accepted into the strict and lengthy rehabilitation program offering therapy and counseling are successful, the charges will be dismissed.

Points Quota Club a hit with seniors
Talk about longevity. Talk about popular appeal. Then you must be talking about the Senior Points Quota Club, which on Wednesday completed its 501st event.

A man heavy into triathlons
Bob Brockett has found his niche as a larger competitor, and today he'll take his place in a London triathlon as part of the Clydesdale World Games.

Letters
'Kindest one of all' recalled in tribute
Editor: It is with deep sadness that I pen this letter about the passing of Guila Manchester, a truly outstanding human being. Her life was devoted to making a difference for animals, people and the environment.