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Tower in the works
[Times photo: Michael C. Weimar]
Three workers wait as a section of a 305-foot tower is lowered into place Thursday along State Road 44 in Inverness. The tower will provide microwave relays for Florida Power and cellular antennas for Nextel. Thunderstorms have put the project about a week behind schedule. |
Jan Glidewell
The omens say this might not be your day
Betcha didn't even think about it till now, did you?
New restaurant opens; others are on the way
Monterrey's Mexican restaurant has opened at 724 U.S. 41 S, the site formerly occupied by the Gathering.
Federal purchase of springs proposed
U.S. Fish and Wildlife officials are reviewing acquisition of Three Sisters Springs, which would protect manatee habitat and double the size of the refuge.
Victim had 'a very difficult life'
Friends say Randy G. Leathers, 18, who was struck and killed by a Crystal River police officer's vehicle Tuesday, was straightening out his life after earlier struggles with the law.
Teams give fans Series hope
CRYSTAL RIVER -- There have been several Dixie League Baseball efforts in Citrus County since major-leaguer Mike Hampton led a team to the 1989 World Series.
Even without a win, Madison sitting pretty
Though he has yet to win a race, Stuart Madison sees himself in an enviable position as he heads into the second half of the season at Citrus County Speedway.
Residents may dispose of hazardous household waste Wednesday at landfill
The Citrus County Division of Solid Waste Management and the Citrus County Hazardous Material Section will be conducting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Citrus County Central Landfill, State Road 44.
Around and about
Softball
Libraries to reorganize the shelves
Some sections will be temporarily closed at the Inverness and Crystal River libraries.
Muse flows in 'Florida Man'
Jon Semmes and The Florida Friends gives fans the live performance they asked for on the band's new CD.
Area artists' work on display in libraries
The monthlong display features artwork inspired by a trip to Ireland, wildlife paintings and family photographs.
Popular science fiction author to speak
INVERNESS -- Author Piers Anthony will participate in a panel presentation next month about the effects of science fiction and fantasy literature on everyday life.
This week
FASHION SHOW: A fashion show and fundraiser for Playhouse 19 will begin at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the theater, 865 U.S. 19 S, Crystal River. The show includes fashions modeled by local celebrities, a buffet lunch, and skits and musical performers, including Sally Langlois, who impersonates Cher. Funds go to remodeling two recently purchased buildings. Tickets are $35. Call the Playhouse 19 box office at 563-1333.
