Officials sanction Florida's growth act
Even as theGrowth Management Act's efficacy is questioned at the highest levels, Citrus commissioners reiteratesupport and discuss changes.

Commission backs Social Security office plan
Citrus County has more than 45,000 people receiving a Social Security benefit, and a local office could save them a drive to Ocala.

Convicted rapist denies latest charge
Just months out of prison, the suspect admits to sex with a teen, but says it was consensual.

Negotiations are stagnant on purchase of springs
Environmentalists and officials see Three Sisters Springs as a manatee haven and a tourism asset. The owner sees it as a valuable source of bottled water.

Officials tussle with sanitation quandary
All agree that the department is losing money and something has to be done. But what? Solutions are proving elusive.

Teenager wounded in handgun mishap
INVERNESS -- A 17-year-old girl was treated for gunshot wounds to both legs Monday after visiting at the home of another teenager who pulled out a parent's handgun to show to friends, according to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.

Inverness avoids elimination
WACO, Texas -- With their offense struggling, the Inverness all-stars turned to the pitching tandem of Tabitha Schruffer and Megan Rall. The duo delivered.