Terror won't catch deputies unready [Times photo: Steve Hasel] LECANTO -- If terrorists ever hijack a bus and take hostages in Citrus County, residents can rest easy. Thanks to former Israeli military specialist Hanan Yadin, local law officers will know what to do.

School Board ponders all-day soda sales
At issue is whether vending machines should be left on all day and, if so, where sales proceeds should go.

Squaw Lane may get new name soon
Some consider the term offensive. Residents will vote on a new name and ask the county to approve it.

Thurman's challengers seek major reformation
Among the changes the two Republicans envision: HMO reform and House quorum calls.

Cafe wants to be the real thing
"We want you to come in, sit and relax," says a co-owner of Jim's Cafe in Inverness.