Mar 29, 2008 | The Orlando Sentinel
Contract or not, they want their money returned
“They believe there's some definite truth to karma.”
It's good to be back on your Home Front after two weeks on my home front, during which I managed to avoid any home-improvement projects -- much to the relief of everyone in the home. via The Orlando Sentinel
County delays projects, new cars
“We're just going to have to tell anybody looking for money for capital improvements, there's no money, you're not doing it”
There will be no construction projects, no new vehicles and perhaps no raises for some employees under budget cutting measures the County commission discussed Friday. via Ocala.com
Marion schools ask for help with growth
“If your growth forces us to build it, then we can't continue to absorb all your costs, too”
There were no sightings of Vito Corleone, Barzini or Tattaglia at Wednesday night's meeting of "families." Those characters represented New York crime organizations in the classic film "The Godfather." The ... via Ocala.com
Belleview-Santos students packed in for lunch
“That's one cost-effective way to handle overcrowding”
At Belleview-Santos Elementary School, there are so many students trying to eat breakfast every morning that the cafeteria can't hold them all and they eat their meals in their classroom. via Ocala.com
Belleview Library hits century mark
“But we love this building and will miss it when we move. It has a special place in the heart of the community.”
Although several sites around town have been home to the Belleview Library, first organized in 1886, the current building was dedicated 100 years ago Wednesday. via Ocala.com
17th Street overpass construction on schedule
“The big difference with the rail is they own the right of way. It's not publicly owned”
A steady rain blanketed Southwest 17th Street last Friday, but the "beep-beep" of construction equipment and dump trucks in reverse still rang out above the traffic. via Ocala.com
How area agencies responded to public records requests
Reporter, citizen seek government documents with mixed success STAR-BANNER OCALA CITY HALL Request: All e-mail and written correspondence for City Councilman Charles Ruse for the past 7 days. via Ocala.com
Reopening soon: A theater near you
“Everything's been repaired, inside and outside”
If "Theatre Temporarily Closed" was the name of a movie, it would be the longest-running film in this area. via Ocala.com
Seeing price tag, Belleview says complex may need to shrink
“So with a little directive we can work it out .E.E. we can build you a 8,000-square-foot building rather than 12,000 square feet but design to be added on in the future when needed.”
City leaders want plans for new police and public works buildings to be scaled down on the 27-acre government complex property on County Road 484. via Ocala.com
Student actors to take show to Tampa
“I believe this is a script a lot of people can relate to”
One of the only similarities the trio of Belleview High School seniors have with the three characters they portray in the production of "Vanities" is during the opening scene as high school students nearing ... via Ocala.com
Search for the body of Christine Wiles resumes today
“We hope that the search brings closure to the family and provides us with evidence to further our investigation”
The Marion County Sheriff's Office plans to search the area of Wildcat Lake in the forest today for the body of Christine Wiles, a Belleview woman who has not been seen since April. via The Orlando Sentinel