Woman killed while driving to a new life
The mother of three was headed to Las Vegas to look for work when she veered off the road and hit a beam, dying instantly.

Flood coverage may get cheaper
Citrus may be rated lower on flood vulnerability, reducing insurance rates. A recent review by an insurance official gives customers reason to hope.

County's attorney set to step down
Larry Haag plans to retire in February. The move is designed to help him take life "a little easier," he said.

Court clerk named to college board
INVERNESS -- Gov. Jeb Bush has appointed Clerk of the Circuit Court Betty Strifler to serve on Central Florida Community College's Board of Trustees, the school has announced. The state Board of Education still must approve the appointment. Strifler was elected clerk in 1988 and has held that position since. On the college board, Strifler will replace Citrus businessman Stan Olsen, who is resigning.

Deal may end budget dispute
The county might accept less money than it wanted from the property appraiser's office rather than challenge its budget.

Jan Glidewell
Sometimes the death penalty fits the crime
Somewhere shortly after the commission of a crime, the compression begins.

Points leader has more than luck
Mike Bresnahan, in first place in the Late Model division, has improved all aspects of his racing to take a commanding lead.

Tourney helps Eastern Star
Four area bowlers led the scoring at the Eastern Star fund-raiser, which was held recently at Parkview Lanes.

Sunshine State Games to include area athletes
Lecanto state wrestling runner-up Harold Skidmore is among 13 area athletes who will spend the next four days competing in various individual competitions at the 21st annual Sunshine State Games in Gainesville.