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CCA too expensive, may lose another contract

After researching the matter, Sheriff Richard Nugent believes he can take over operations of the Hernando County Jail and save the county money.

Due to the current economic condition of the county and the continually rising cost of the county's contract with Corrections Corporation of America (CCA) to operate the jail, Nugent said Tuesday he has conducted research into the possibility of his office assuming the task.

The sheriff will make a presentation to county commissioners at their meeting next Tuesday...

LINK - HernandoToday.com