Youth centers pull in preteens
But one group targeted by all three facilities -- older teens -- is unimpressed. Complaints of youths causing trouble have dropped. Center directors believe programs for older teens would take even more youths off the streets.

Kids find final back-to-school buys
Preparing for the start of classes today, students and their parents look for bargains Sunday on both clothes and supplies.

County gets message about phones
Officials look for an alternative to the taped responses and automated menus that have frustrated residents who phone county offices.

Mum's the word for royal grace and charm
She is lovingly referred to as the "Queen Mum" in England, and from what I've been reading, she is quite a gal. I think Americans have always been just a little in love with royalty, although we would have a fit if anyone tried to set up a king and queen of the United States.

Business digest
A free seminar on IDEX mutual funds is being offered by Raymond James & Associates at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Red Lobster in Spring Hill. Seating is limited, so reservations are necessary. For more information, call 597-8642.