Hernando County Volunteer Fire Corps Welcomes New Officers
Fire Corps is one of five partner programs under Citizen Corps, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s grassroots strategy to bring together government and community leaders… Read More
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Florida Commission approves State-wide Alligator Hunts
At their May 3-4 meeting, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Commissioners approved increasing hunting hours for the statewide alligator hunt and adding precharged pneumatic airbows… Read More
Summer Snapper Season – Get ready with Free Release Tools
Return ‘Em Right is launching its program to offshore anglers throughout the Gulf of Mexico May 3, 2022. By participating in a short online review… Read More
WildQuest scavenger hunt at Chinsegut WEA and Chassahowitzka WMA in April
In April, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will host its second annual Florida WildQuest event, a fun and family-friendly scavenger… Read More
“Scribbling Women in Florida” to be presented at Old Courthouse Heritage Museum March 10
Back in 1989, when author Betty Jean Steinshouer came on a 10-city tour of the state, her only literary interest was in Nebraska author Willa… Read More
District Launches Education Campaign to help protect the Chassahowitzka River
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District), along with other local and state partners, launched the Chassahowitzka River Education Campaign to inform river visitors about… Read More
Art in the Park seeks Volunteers for March 12 and 13
On March 12 and 13, 2022, the Hernando County Fine Arts Council invites you to join us for the 37th Annual Art in the Park… Read More
Hernando Chamber Home & Garden Show seeks Specialty Home Vendors
The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce is excited about the Hernando County’s Largest 4th Annual Chamber Home and Garden Show on Saturday, March 26, 2022, featuring the region’s most premier event… Read More
Celebrate Art in the Park March 12-13 in Brooksville
On March 12 and 13, 2022, the Hernando County Fine Arts Council invites you to join us for the 37th Annual Art in the Park… Read More
Javonkah Graves receives Hernando County School District 2022-2023 School-Related Employee of the Year
The Hernando County School District is proud to announce its 2022-23 School-Related Employee of the Year, Javonkah Graves, who has been a graphic design specialist… Read More
12th Annual Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ and Blues Festival makes FBA Barbecue State Championship
The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce proudly invites BBQ and Blues enthusiasts to drive-in or fly-in to the 12th Annual Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ and… Read More
35th Annual Strawberry Festival returns to Floral Park
Celebrating a VERY BERRY BIRTHDAY this year, the Floral City Strawberry Festival turns 35! Join us on March 5 & 6, 2022 in beautiful Floral… Read More
Broadband Survey: Improve High-Speed Internet Access in Pasco
Take the Pasco County Broadband Internet Survey Online Just a few minutes of your time can help improve high-speed internet access throughout Pasco County. Pasco’s … Read More
Public Event on Mission-Driven Leadership
Saint Leo University will welcome alumna and Memphis Police Department Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis to its residential campus in Pasco County, FL, on Tuesday, February 22, for… Read More
February 2022 Gardening Classes
February 2022 Gardening Classes by Hernando County Growers Association All classes are held at the Little Rock Cannery, located at 15487 Citrus Way, Brooksville, FL… Read More
Main Street Market starts Feb. 19 in Zephyrhills
Main Street Market starts Feb. 19 in Zephyrhills Main Street Zephyrhills, Inc. will host its “Main Street Market,” in downtown Zephyrhills on the third Saturday… Read More
District Reports Seagrass is Stable along the Nature Coast
Scientists with the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) completed the latest round of seagrass mapping along Florida’s Springs Coast. The… Read More
Pasco County Clerk offers Valentine’s Day Wedding Ceremony
If your partner put a ring on it over the holidays and you love the idea of a memorable, no-fuss wedding, Pasco County Clerk of… Read More
Southwest Florida Water Management District Schedules Prescribed Burns throughout the Nature Coast
Setting prescribed fires in controlled settings can reduce the risk of wildfires burning out of control, as many Floridians witnessed during the state’s wildfire emergency… Read More
39th Annual Spotlight on Talent Competition will continue in 2022
Many have been wondering if the popular “Spotlight on Talent” performing arts competition for K-12 would be able to happen next spring in light of… Read More
35th Annual Manatee Festival returns to Crystal River Jan. 15-16
The Florida Manatee Festival returns for its 35th year to the manatee capital of the world, downtown Crystal River, on Saturday and Sunday, January 15-16,… Read More
More than 100 Spring Vents opened in 2021’s Crystal River Cleanup
The biology team with Sea and Shoreline completed a spring vent count of all areas cleaned this year in the Kings Bay Restoration project areas.106… Read More
Citrus County Animal Shelter Community Cat Program Suspended Through December
Citrus County Animal Services (CCAS) has suspended the Community Cat Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate Return (TNVR) program until Tuesday, January 4, 2022, due to staffing issues and holiday… Read More
Free Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Gardening Workshops Scheduled in January 2022
Right Plant, Right Place Citrus County Utilities Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program is offering a free gardening workshop on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, from 2:00-3:30pm. Once established,… Read More
Pasco Launches 2021 Citizen Survey
The 2021 Pasco County Online Citizen Survey is out! We’re here to serve you and to hear your feedback on our services. Pasco’s annual Online Citizen Survey is… Read More
Pasco County Pet of the Week Dec. 13
Avery (ID: 48492361) is full of personality! She’s enthusiastic about everything life has to offer. This 5-year-old, 60-pound girl loves to be petted and snuggle… Read More
Tickets Now on Sale for The Little Earl
The Little Earl will be performed on December 9,10,12, 17, 18, & 19. at the Carol and Frank Morsani Center for the Arts, 21030 Cortez… Read More
Christmas on Main Street to be held December 2 in Brooksville
For over a decade, Live Oak Theatre has provided the entertainment for Christmas on Main Street’s Tree lighting ceremony. Representatives of Live Oak Theatre and… Read More
Nature Coast Volunteer Center to Host Drive-Thru Martin Luther King, Jr. Healthy Food Drive
Local food pantries often find their stock of non-perishable food items depleted after the holidays. The Nature Coast Volunteer Center (NCVC) and AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP… Read More
Murder Mystery Theatre at Live Oak Theatre Nov. 26 only
This Saturday, November 26, for ONE DAY ONLY, Live Oak Theatre plays host to a Murder Mystery Theatre performance of Body of the Play by… Read More