Crystal River High's victory bell retrieved [Times photo: Steve Hasel] INVERNESS -- "Things are ringing around here today," quipped Citrus High School principal Gary Foltz on Friday afternoon as the "victory bell" stolen from rival Crystal River High School last week turned up beside a Citrus High trash bin.

Authorities questioning early release
One psychiatrist regarded a convicted rapist as a serious threat. Another didn't think he'd be a repeat offender.

Fans give team big send-off
INVERNESS -- One never would have thought Debbie Lattin's only connection to this team was her niece, Brittany Doyle.

Ex-officer avoids prison with pornography plea
The police career of a 13-year Crystal River officer who downloaded child pornography is probably over, a prosecutor says.

Chassahowitzka sewer plan may get left behind
The project is not among those for which the county will seek federal funds, much to the chagrin of area residents.

Deputies will be doing checks along roadways
INVERNESS -- The Citrus County Sheriff's Office is conducting driver's license and vehicle inspection checkpoints on various days in August, September and October on roads throughout the county. The sheriff's traffic unit runs these checkpoints to ensure compliance with Florida's equipment and driver's license laws.

Christian volunteers put works with their faith
Members of Faith in Action help their neighbors in many ways, from providing food or transportation to just being a friend -- and the group is in the market for more members.