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Tri-County Resident “Water School” Workshop: Pre-Register Now

~~Learn about water in Florida, irrigation, pond management and more: July 20, 2019~~ The UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension Service, in partnership with the Pinellas and Hillsborough County Extensions, and the Southwest Florida Water Management District, will offer a “Water School” for residents of the Tri-County area Saturday, July… Read More Read More

Garden Club contributes to Dade City

Contributed by Sally Redden During National Garden Week, June 2 – 8, 2019, the Dade City Garden Club delivered floral bouquets and sweets to 27 Dade City businesses, and each month from October 2019 through May 2020, “Thank You flowers” will be presented to one of the community’s businesses. … Read More Read More

Homosassa Inshore Fishing Report with Captain Toney

After the first day of scallop season, things are off to a slow start. Not many were brought back to the dock. Many factors could be the cause, from new moon high tides. lots of rain and change of salinity and over harvesting.Time will tell if the scallop masses are… Read More Read More

Public Meeting: Help Shape a New Playground at Burks Park

~~Pasco County Parks invites citizens to share their vision and feedback~~ Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources plans to replace and possibly expand the playground at John S. Burks Memorial Park in Dade City.  Help shape the future playground elements, design, and amenities by sharing your vision and… Read More Read More

Commissioner Jimmie T. Smith recognized as a FAC Presidential Advocate

The Florida Association of Counties (FAC) recognized Citrus County Commissioner Jimmie T. Smith as a Presidential Advocate for their work during the 2019 Legislative Session. Commissioner Smith received the designation during an awards ceremony held at the FAC Annual Conference in Orange County, Florida. Commissioner Jimmie T. Smith recognized as… Read More Read More

Free Tire Recycling Days at Landfill

Standing bodies of water can serve as a breeding ground for mosquitoes, and mosquitoes have been found to transmit Zika Virus. Free Tire Recycling Days at Landfill In an effort to reduce areas where water can collect and subsequently reduce mosquito breeding, the Citrus County Solid Waste Management Division will… Read More Read More

Firefighter Academy Class 2019-45 Graduates

Fire Fighter Academy Class 2019-45 graduated from the Citrus County Fire Rescue Fire Academy on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at the Citrus Springs Community Center. Once graduated the firefighters have acquired the credentials to work anywhere in the state of Florida. Firefighter Academy Class 2019-45 Graduates Ten new firefighters crossed… Read More Read More