Candidate gets legit in nick of time [Times photo: Douglas R. Clifford] A day before elections, businessman William Merritt secures a workers' compensation policy. The election Q. What's on the ballot? Political funding frenzy ceases In the final three weeks, more than $80,000 was collected for local races, much of which went to the House District 44 candidates. Ads and mailings soaked it up. Times recommends The Times has studied the candidates seeking office in Tuesday's general election. We offer this summary of previously published recommendations to our readers.

Man's release angers mom who says he abused child
The woman accused the former state DCF investigator of raping her son, but a delay by prosecutors in filing charges sets him free.

Hernando digest
Man robbed of cash, jewelry in front yard

Spring Hill dog park would provide a play land for pets
Editor: We are writing in reference to several articles that have appeared in this column, suggesting a dog park in the Spring Hill area. This is a marvelous idea and we are 100 percent for it.

Clubs
Brooksville

Crystal River boys should set pace
Maybe it's just the nature of a 10-team district that there will be at least a little mystery entering the championships.

Talent for Central boys, girls runs deep
BROOKSVILLE -- Central had the third-fastest boy and girl in Saturday's Class 2A, District 4 meet.

Police reports
Man faces charge of sex with 16-year-old girl