Economic boom hard to spot at ground zero
I'm getting a little weary of hearing all of this rah-rah stuff about the economy.

Officials investigate canine assassination
The dog's owner says a neighbor paid local children $20 to kill the pooch.

Simulator can give deputies a real workout
The Sheriff's Office's latest gizmo projects a crime scenario onto a screen. The officer can interact with it.

EDC will fund eco-tourism course
The course, originally offered by the Tourist Development Council, ran into money problems, prompting the economic council to step in.

Bonuses to go to teachers in shortage areas
The state's decision to leave out some elementary school teachers has generated concerns about fairness.

Favorites pepper symphony season
Four concerts by the Central Florida Symphony will range from Beethoven to holiday music and pops.

Cracker and comedic fare on tap tonight
Hungry for Southern food and a good time? Head to Rock Crusher Canyon for the monthly Cracker Dinner and a jocular piano show.

Quick trip into the wild
Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park offers a late summer alternative to a day at the beach.

Inverness touches all the bases
The senior softball team has a financial plan covered if it advances to the World Series. Little League Baseball Inc. will pay all the expenses.

Newfound admiration drives Gann
If ever there was a "Regular Joe" kind of race driver at Citrus County Speedway, Johnny Gann is it.