Local News in Crystal River

• 🇺🇸 Reminder, Families!
• Thank you Citrus County Aquatics crews and Southwest Florida Water Management District for timely action clearing a vegetation dam blocking the main canal moving water into Inverness Pool in the Tsala
• Is there a teacher in your life who deserves a standing ovation? Let’s give them the spotlight they’ve earned!
• Citrus County nonprofits, this is your opportunity to shine!
• 🏆 And the winners are...! 🎉
• 📚🚒 A LITTLE READING, A LOT OF SMILES!
• Progress at last for Crystal River’s long-stalled 579 property? The developer met a key deadline, while City Council also considers the next Riverwalk phase and repairs to the fire-damaged Copeland Pa
• 🧬 Science in Action!
• More businesses, more jobs and more opportunities to work close to home. Citrus County’s new Industrial Development Authority holds its first meeting Tuesday, launching another effort to grow the loca
• 🚒❤️ HEALTHY COMMUNITIES START WITH CONNECTION!
• After 12 years on the Citrus County School Board, Doug Dodd is saying goodbye. Former assistant superintendent Mike Mullen is preparing to take his seat.
• Three years in the water. One breathtaking shot. A Dunnellon photographer’s stunning image of manatees at Three Sisters Springs earned top honors at the Ocala Fine Arts Festival.
• Faith, fellowship and a shared commitment to Citrus County brought community leaders together for the YMCA’s eighth annual Prayer Breakfast.
• Operation Green Light is underway!
• Move over, Shark Tank! Crystal River High students pitched big ideas and landed millions in mock investments. In his Chronicle column, Thomas Kennedy explains why the real payoff goes far beyond the d
• Big changes are coming to the Family Resource Center. The food pantry is going away, help is moving into schools, and a new mission is taking shape.\
• The next Saturday Hazardous Waste Collection is on November 14, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• 🚒🎉 CELEBRATING 24 YEARS OF SERVICE | FIRE CHIEF CRAIG STEVENS
• More children, fewer sponsors. The Family Resource Center’s Christmas Project needs help making sure every Citrus County child has a gift to unwrap Christmas morning. From toys to clothing, here’s how
• Help is coming straight to the classroom. Starting in January, a new program will bring food, clothing, shoes and everyday essentials directly to Citrus County elementary schools, helping families who
• Each month, The Old Courthouse Heritage Museum hosts Crafting for Adults, a hands-on gathering where community members come together for an hour of creativity and connection. This month, participants
• Today marked the 21st Annual Healthy Living Fair, bringing together county departments, community organizations, and residents to celebrate health, wellness, and the many resources available across Ci
• The Marines are saving Christmas for Citrus County kids! Toys for Tots is back after a leadership change threatened the longtime program. Registration is underway at Citrus United Basket through Dec.
• Crystal River's new development code was supposed to shape the city's future. Now council members are questioning its unintended consequences, with one calling for a hatchet and another suggesting a p
• Yesterday, our agency had the privilege to participate in the Citrus County Education Foundation First Responders First Library Day. 📖
• Beer, bikes and a nearby church: Crystal Harley-Davidson’s proposed bar is on hold as the dealership and Jehovah’s Witnesses congregation work to resolve their differences.
• From Lecanto High to the forests of Uganda! Laura Haynes once dreamed of becoming a lawyer. Now she's studying monkeys and earning prestigious Fulbright and National Geographic awards.
• After a long summer rest, Friends and Parks staff will restart work on the dugout canoe at the Archaeological State Park this Saturday, Nov. 7. While the Ancient River Dwellers who once lived in this
• Representatives from Florida Beef, Inc. recently visited WTC to discuss career opportunities with students from our HVAC/R, Electricity, and Industrial Machinery Controls Technician programs. Preside
• Hi. Michael Bates here. Veterans Day is Nov. 11, and I’d really love to hear from those in our community who have served.
• 💚 We're proud to once again participate in #OperationGreenLight, a national initiative recognizing and supporting our veterans. Now through Wednesday, November 11, our star will be glowing green in h
• Join us for the next Veterans Advisory Board meeting on Thursday, November 12, at 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Citrus County Resource Center, 2804 W. Marc Knighton Ct., Lecanto.
• 💤 #DrowsyDrivingPreventionWeek serves as an important reminder that getting behind the wheel while tired can be 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝘀 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱. Fatigue affects
• Congratulations to Corrections class 37-26-3016-03 for both completing their program and achieving a 100% pass rate on their state certification exam on their first attempt.
• Property tax relief is coming, but at what cost? Florida homeowners will see their first savings in November 2027, while Citrus County faces a potential $32.8 million revenue hit in the first year.
• Manatee Festival vendor apps are open.
• Join us for a community cleanup on Friday, Nov. 13, from 8 a.m. to noon at Beverly Hills Park, 997 W. Roosevelt Blvd. This cleanup is a collaboration between the Beverly Hills Leadership Council, Citr
• The competition is underway! 🏆 Students are putting their knowledge to the test at the Commissioners Academic Challenge!
• Citrus County acted quickly after exposing sensitive information belonging to 1,300 employees and family members. But is enough being done to prevent it from happening again?
• Citrus County nonprofits, this is your opportunity to shine!
• 99 years young and a lifetime of giving back! Crystal River’s Phyllis Smith was crowned “Queen for a Day” as friends celebrated her birthday and decades of community service.
• On 30 October 2026 the WTC HVAC/R Department took 22 HVAC/R students to the "Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association" and "Refrigeration Service Engineers Society" (RETA-RSES) 2026 National
• 105 years young and still going strong! Citrus County resident and World War II veteran Odessa Fischer celebrated her milestone birthday surrounded by family and friends.
• Citrus County Offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, to commemorate Veterans Day.
• On Thursday, November 19, 2026, Lecanto High School November 2026 will be partnering with Who We Play For to offer life-saving electrocardiogram (ECG) heart screenings for all students.
• 🦀🎶 LOVE LIVE MUSIC AND FRESH STONE CRAB? WE HAVE A TICKET GIVEAWAY FOR YOU!
• Kings Bay’s islands are disappearing. More than 125 acres of islands and marshes have vanished since 1944.
• The Healthy Living Fair is this Friday, Nov. 6, from noon to 2:30 p.m. at the Central Citrus Community Center!
• From the Director’s Desk – November 2026
• 🐾🏆 The Panthers pounced on the top spot!
• Citrus County has open seats on the Citrus Springs Advisory Council, Beverly Hills Advisory Council and the Aviation Advisory Board. Terms run through Jan. 31, 2029.
• How do you celebrate a birthday when someone you love is no longer here? In this heartfelt Laflines column, Lynne Farrell Abrams remembers her husband Peter and reflects on a love that lives on beyond
• 🦉🏆 Look whooo had the highest elementary school attendance in the first quarter!
• Turning aluminum cans into hope for local veterans! A Dunnellon veteran’s recycling drive and hundreds of handmade crocheted gifts are helping Bridge 4 Veterans support veterans, their families and ot
• Congratulations to National Art Honor Society member, Maria Lilyana Moreno, for winning the People's Choice award in the high school division of Rainbow Springs Art’s "Children’s Spooky and Monsters"
• A $44,100 boost for homeless youth! Continuity of Care of Citrus County donated proceeds from its Puttin’ On The Glitz fundraiser to YAYAS of Citrus, helping young people facing homelessness and housi
• ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE FLOAT APPLICATIONS OPEN!
• Join us at the East Citrus Community Center for Zumba Gold Chair Fitness. Classes will be held every Thursday starting Nov. 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at the East Citrus Community Center.
• Beer, bikes and barbecue? Crystal Harley-Davidson wants to add a bar and food service at its Homosassa dealership, but a nearby church stands in the way. County planners will consider an exception Thu
• 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠!
• 🔥 OUTDOOR BURNING – PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION!
• A reminder as we enter Florida's October to May dry season: The Southwest Florida Water Management District Phase III Water Shortage order remains in effect for Citrus County through March 31, 2027.
• 📅 Mark Your Calendars!
• October 2026 | By the Numbers
• 🌀🏆 The Hurricanes are showing up and showing out!
• 📣 Join Us TOMORROW for the ESOL Leadership Council Meeting!
• 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐠𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲.
• LHS JROTC participated in celebrating Odessa Fischer, who turned 105 on October 30th. CSM (R) Santiago, C/ SGM Ray, C/ 1SG Wood, C/ 1SG Thompson, C/ MSG Ross, C/ PV2 Navarro and C/ PVT Junior attended
• DOH-Citrus Observes National Diabetes Awareness Month
• The Code Review and Appeals Board is seeking a qualified contractor to serve as a regular member.
• Volunteer Spotlight November 2026
• Crystal River is weighing an $80 million investment in a new wastewater treatment plant built to last 75 years — and outside the floodplain.
• 🌳 32 new native trees were planted around the Lecanto Government Building. Many more are coming, as Citrus County works to create a community arboretum including Lecanto Community Park and the UF/IFA
• The Lecanto swimming & diving teams will be sending eight events to the FHSAA Class 3A State Championships on Friday at FAST in Ocala. https://tinyurl.com/4hxej6u4
• Learn about the county's latest Triple Crown Award from the Government Finance Officers Association in this week's Sunday Commentary: https://conta.cc/4z5Hfio
• November is Manatee Awareness Month, a critical time for boaters to be on the lookout for manatees as they travel to warmer water sites around the state, including, of course, the Crystal River as it
• 🔥 OUTDOOR BURNING – PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION!
• In 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝟏𝟏 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐥, we’re heading to Citrus Springs Elementary School to see how students from Withlacoochee Technical College (WTC) are putting their welding ski
• The Inverness City Council will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Valerie Theatre to consider carrying $18 million in unspent funds into the current budget, including money for sewer project
• ⏰🍂 DON'T FORGET TO FALL BACK TONIGHT!
• Citrus County Invites Residents to Final Inverness Airport Master Plan Public Meeting November 4
• HCA Florida Citrus Hospital has earned national recognition from Healthgrades for excellence in vascular, orthopedic and prostate surgeries. The hospital ranks among America's best in all three specia
• Next time you visit the museum/visitor center at Crystal River Archaeological State Park make sure to check out the updated photo display at the entrance. The display includes just a few of the photos
• Rashad Whaley ran wild and the Seven Rivers Christian football team advanced to the next round of the playoffs Friday night at Warrior Park. https://tinyurl.com/4jmc6db4
• Daylight saving time ends Sunday, November 1. When you turn your clocks back one hour, don't forget to check your irrigation controller.
• Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3! Citrus County voters will decide key state and congressional races, three constitutional amendments and several local board seats.
• What an amazing week at the Falcon Nest! Red Ribbon Week brought lots of great dress-up days, school spirit, and reminders about making good choices and saying NO to drugs. We even had a special guest
• Citrus County Schools delivered more than 128,000 free summer meals directly to students’ homes through a first-in-Florida pilot program. The Chronicle applauds this innovative effort to fight childho
• Citrus County Receives $7 Million for Septic Upgrades and Springs Restoration Projects
• A new tractor means faster storm cleanup and safer travels along the 47-mile Withlacoochee State Trail. Thanks to a donation from the Friends of the Withlacoochee State Trail, maintenance crews have a
• 🔥 STRUCTURE FIRE | CRYSTAL RIVER AREA
• HATS Off to both the Academy of Environmental Science and Lecanto Middle School for taking home the win in this year's Environmental Jeopardy Competition last night at the College of Central Florida!
• CREST students are stepping up for local veterans once again! Now in its sixth year, the Students Feeding Veterans food drive is collecting nonperishable food items Nov. 2 through Dec. 14. Donation bo
• A new Take 5 Oil Change is coming to Homosassa along U.S. 19. County commissioners unanimously approved the project after getting assurances about oil spills, hurricane flooding and traffic safety.
• To help keep pedestrians safe this Halloween, a temporary traffic pattern will be in place along the Hampton Hills area of Citrus Hills on October 31st, between the hours of 5:00pm - 8:00pm. (Commonly
• 🎃🐻 It’s all treats and BEAR-y big smiles at Crystal River Primary School!
• Crystal River’s long-awaited Riverwalk is moving closer to completion, but at a cost: a longtime public boat ramp. City Council members agreed to move forward with negotiations despite concerns over l
• Crystal River Mayor Joe Meek wants City Council meetings to be conversations, not just three-minute speeches from residents. His open approach gives the public a greater voice in decisions, but can it
• Congratulations to the CRHS Environmental Jeopardy team on an outstanding performance tonight and a 2nd place finish! 🥈🌎
• 💧 Citrus County was awarded $3 million from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for septic-to-sewer conversion and upgrade projects.
• 🐾 PANTHER ALERT! 🐾
• Show that PANTHER Pride and wear Green and Gold to school on Friday.
• 🚒🎃 LOOKS LIKE WE HAVE SOME NEW RECRUITS! 🍬
• We're grateful for our current Citizens Academy class, who are attending their 9th session to learn about local government services and operations. County Administrator Steve Howard stopped by to gree
• Video: Highlights from Crystal River's win over Citrus, Part 1. https://tinyurl.com/2ent6rer
• 3 district gold medal winners for the Pirates: Sophia Campa, Maya Szylkowski and Cullen Alford. All three advance to Regionals. At-Large bids will be released today.
• 🎉 LAST CALL FOR B.A.M. MEMBER TO MEMBER BENEFITS! 🎉
• Yesterday, VFW Post 10087 Beverly Hills FL honored 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐠𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐬𝐳𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐢, 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐮𝐛𝐲, and 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎
• 🎃🚒 HALLOWEEN SAFETY | KEEP THE FRIGHTS FUN!
• The October Falcon Focus was another huge success! We had a special guest as well, Dr. Hebert our fearless Superintendent joined in on the fun. He got to sample candy from all over the globe, he learn
• Citrus County commissioners bid farewell to Diana Finegan and Rebecca Bays, honoring their service and reflecting on the county’s future. Two new commissioners will take office Nov. 17.
• Attention students! If interested in Spanish language, culture, food, music, and fun activities, join the LHS Spanish Club! We meet to enjoy cultural celebrations, games, crafts, movies, and discussio
• FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 28, 2026
• 🏆 HONORING OUR OWN | VFW PUBLIC SERVANT AWARDS
• Girls Flag off-season workouts will start Monday, November 2nd after Super Snack. Meet in the cafe at 2:45. Must be cleared by athletic clearance to be able to participate.
• Congrats to the Girls' golf team on a good season. The girls concluded their season yesterday at Hernando Oaks competing in the District Tournament. Aubrey Diaz led the Pirates with a team low 117.
• More than 150 runners and walkers hit the course Saturday at Black Diamond Ranch for the sixth annual Camp Spirit 5K, benefiting Camp E-Nini-Hassee. Citrus High’s Tavin Houchin and Rachael Chiles clai
• Red Ribbon Week is a national campaign held each October to raise awareness about the dangers of drugs and encourage students to live healthy, drug-free lives. It reminds students to make positive cho
• Mark Terry, Apprenticeship Coordinator for the Iron Workers Local 397 out of Tampa, recently visited WTC to speak with students about career opportunities. Students from WTC's Welding Technology, Adv
• Crystal River is searching for a new city attorney after Robert Batsel announced his resignation, citing ethical concerns over potential conflicts of interest.
• The pasture pest you might overlook
• Several Citrus County swimmers earned automatic bids to regionals at Tuesday's District 2A-4 Championships with top-two finishes. Plenty of others will likely earn at-large bids to the next step in th
• Could tougher development rules help protect Citrus County neighborhoods? Commissioners want to revisit tree protections, landscaping buffers and drainage concerns when two new members take office nex
• This is a reminder concerning tardies: Students will receive a referral with In School Suspension after accumulating 10 unexcused tardies each academic quarter, with follow-up referrals every 5 tardie
• 🏆 DISTRICT CHAMPIONS! 🏆
• Video: Hear from the coaches and Pirate senior Grayson Stack after the Crystal River football team won the "War on 44" over Citrus for the Stalcup-Hicks trophy. https://tinyurl.com/4vk7csmt
• A mystery is unfolding at Crystal River Archaeological State Park, and young detectives are needed to crack the case! The new Mystery Walk combines clues, codes and Native American history for a fun f
• Boys State applications are now open to juniors! Check out the link below for more information:
• 🚑👏 PROMOTION ANNOUNCEMENT | COMMUNITY PARAMEDIC KATY GRAVES
• A forgotten piece of Citrus County history could soon get its due. County commissioners have taken the first step toward renaming the Spruce Drive boat ramp in honor of a young Army lieutenant killed
• Today, County Administrator Steve Howard stopped by to thank the Friends of the Citrus County Library System - Foccls while they were sorting books. The Friends groups work hard to fundraise for and s
• Just a reminder, TOMORROW is an Early Dismissal day for students.
• Nolan DeForest won the individual championship on the first playoff hole to cap off an outstanding day for the Crystal River boys' golf team at the District 2A-8 Championships held Monday at Citrus Na
• 🔥 STRUCTURE FIRE | HOMOSASSA
• More than 800 business and community leaders gathered at M&B Dairy in Lecanto for the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce’s annual B.A.M. BBQ. Barbecue, live music and networking capped off a month cele
• More than $1.6 million in raises could be coming for Citrus County school employees. But shrinking reserves and rising health insurance costs loom as the School Board prepares to vote Tuesday.
• We're thrilled to announce a special Citrus County trip to Italy this summer and Germany, Austria and Switzerland over Christmas 2028, and your student is invited!
• 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙧𝙮𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙏𝙧𝙤𝙮 𝙎𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙨 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙧
• Olivia Byron places 3rd at Diving District Play-Off meet. Byron advances to the Regionals. Congrats Olivia!
• As Veterans Day is coming up on November 11, we recognized Veterans Appreciation Week at today’s Board of County Commissioners Meeting. We’re grateful for all our Veterans and our Veteran-strong commu
• REMINDER: This Saturday, October 31, be sure to join us from 10AM - 3PM for the Scarecrow Festival and from 5-9 for our Saturday Night in Town Square!
• County commissioners Monday voted 4-1 to authorize private jail operator CoreCivic to negotiate an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to house as many as 119 immigration detainees
• The Lecanto girls won the Bishop McLaughlin Cross Country Invitational on Saturday, while the Panther boys finished second. https://tinyurl.com/2bvdfswx
• Two sheds destroyed, a mobile home damaged and a fire investigation underway in Homosassa. Firefighters had responded to a separate vehicle fire at the same property earlier that day.
• Panther Nation, join us in congratulating Thomas Vilardi on being named the new Head Coach of Lecanto High School Boys Basketball!
• The Lecanto swimming and diving teams found out recently how many Panthers advanced to this week's Region 3A-1 Championships. https://tinyurl.com/bdfn3ras
• Crystal River’s next city manager could earn $120,000 a year under a proposed three-year contract. Here’s a look at Troy Slattery’s salary, benefits and severance package ahead of City Council approva
• E-bike riders beware: Citrus County sheriff’s deputies now have expanded enforcement powers along the entire Withlacoochee State Trail. About a dozen citations have already been issued as authorities
• There's still time to share your feedback on the Comprehensive Plan draft for Citrus County. Find out how to share your input in this week's Sunday Commentary: https://conta.cc/4z8t1xH
• The Board of County Commissioners meeting will be on Monday, October 26. It begins at 1 p.m. at the Citrus County Courthouse, Room 100, 110 N Apopka Avenue in Downtown Inverness.
• Citrus County veterans, this is your chance to be part of our Veterans Day tribute. 🇺🇸 Share a photo from your military service, and we’ll feature it in the Chronicle and on ChronicleOnline.com.
• It's Florida State Park policy that all pets need to be leashed on park trails. Sometimes, pet owners are tempted to let their dogs run free in isolated areas where no other hikers are nearby. After,
• Check Your Irrigation Timer When Clocks Fall Back November 1
• Seven Rivers Christian School opened up Friday night’s home football game with a pair of touchdowns, never looking back en route to a 52-34 win over Bishop Snyder.
• 🎶🎺 Three schools, one incredible showcase of talent! Our Pirates, Panthers, and Hurricanes came together to celebrate music, performance, and the arts in Thursday night’s Band Showcase.
• The trophy that is very personal to both programs will stay in the possession of the Crystal River football team after the Pirates topped county rival Citrus 30-17 Friday night at the Citrus Bowl. htt
• Congratulations to the Lecanto High School Cross Country team on taking home 1st PLACE!
• County data breach could cost taxpayers $25,000
• Manatee Season Is Almost Here: Where to See Florida’s Gentle Giants in Citrus County and Beyond
• Panthers overcome injuries, snap skid with overtime win over Mount Dora. https://tinyurl.com/5c4z2efw
• Our Falcons are smart cookies! 🦅🍪
• 🧪 Research, Create, Collaborate! 🎨
• 🫧How can a bubble help us understand the structure and function of a cell membrane?
• The West Citrus Elks are one step closer to building a new lodge in Homosassa. County planners unanimously approved an alcohol setback variance, clearing a hurdle for the club’s proposed facility near
• These Citrus County Photographers Help Rescue Dogs Find Forever Homes
• Check out some photos of Deputy Swinimer, Deputy Crosnoe, and Drone Team members Stevens and Team Leader Wesbecker visiting local schools this week. They spent time connecting with students and showca
• The inaugural Citrus County Cup golf championships resulted in a runaway victory for the Lecanto girls' squad and a slim victory for Crystal River in the boys' meet at Citrus National Golf Club. https
• Citrus County Awarded Triple Crown Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting
• Ordinary chairs are becoming extraordinary works of art — all for a good cause! More than 30 local artists are putting their creativity to work for CASA of Citrus County’s inaugural Chair-ity Silent A
• Finegan seeks tougher development rules
• Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Citrus County Fair Auditorium for a morning dedicated to health, wellness and healthy living!
• Panthers RISE: Positive Referrals!
• 🚒🔥 FIRE PREVENTION MONTH | SMALL PRECAUTIONS. BIG DIFFERENCE.
• REMINDER: THIS SATURDAY
• It's great weather to walk our trails and climb the mound at the Archaeological State Park. The mornings are cool and the days are warm. Humidity is low. Ok, it might be a bit breezy over the next wee
• Up to 119 ICE detainees could be housed at the Citrus County jail, potentially generating $370,000 annually for the county. Commissioners will consider the proposal Monday as the jail continues to fac
• We’re excited to see what grows from this new course at CSM! 🚜🌱
• 𝑮𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒌𝒆𝒆𝒑 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈!🌟
• Video: Action from the Lecanto football team's homecoming game last week against Vanguard. https://tinyurl.com/yz9pupbt
• October is Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month. In this week’s Laflines column, Lynne Farrell Abrams shares the heartbreaking story of losing her husband, Peter, and the emotional toll of a long goodby
• 🎃🚒 CAR SEAT SAFETY & HALLOWEEN FUN! 🚑🍬
• Free community education event about domestic violence and dementia, Nov. 7
• 139 young athletes swam, biked and ran their way through the YMCA of the Suncoast’s 10th annual Youth Triathlon in Lecanto on Sunday. The milestone event celebrated a decade of competition, determinat
• 🚲 We’re continuing our #BikeSafety series with important reminders to help keep riders safe on the road. From helmet requirements and dangerous behaviors to nighttime visibility, Deputy Lewis breaks
• Senior ads are on sale through November 1. Ads must be paid for, designed, and submitted by the deadline. Order yours today at yearbookordercenter.com, school code 20932.
• Early voting begins Thursday in Citrus County! Five locations, including a new Beverly Hills site, will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Oct. 31. Here's what voters need to know.
• UPDATE (4:30 PM): The roadway is still closed.
• REMINDER: Next Saturday, October 31, be sure to join us from 10AM - 3PM for the Scarecrow Festival and from 5-9 for our Saturday Night in Town Square!
• Panther Nation, Let’s Stay Healthy!
• Congratulations to Gage Turbeville for acing the FAST Math Assessment with a PERFECT SCORE during the 25-26 school year! Crystal River Middle School
• Tire Collection at the Landfill 🚗
• 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙧𝙮𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙏𝙧𝙤𝙮 𝙎𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙨 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙢 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙧
• 🎃 We’re just one week away from our very first 𝐂𝐂𝐒𝐎 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 at our Main Operations in Inverness on Wednesday, October 28, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM! 👻
• FWC Seeks Public Input on Proposed Oyster Harvest Rules for Citrus, Levy and Dixie Counties
• Lecanto's Hagan Henson and the rest of the divers in the county have experienced a 'weird' season. The Panther senior claimed a district title Tuesday to begin the postseason as he hopes to reach stat
• Citrus County has confirmed two more locally acquired dengue fever cases, bringing the total to three. Health officials say there is no declared outbreak, but residents should take precautions against
• Fifty-three years after saying “I do” at Camp E-Nini-Hassee, Steven Helm surprised his wife, JoAnn, with a vow renewal where their love story began.
• On Saturday, Oct. 24 at 9 a.m. join Park Biologist Andy Kilmer and the Citrus Chapter of the Native Plant Society for a field trip at the Hollins Tract of the Crystal River Preserve State Park.
• 🧠🏴‍☠️ Big wins for our Pirate Academic Team! JV earned 2nd place, and Varsity took 1st with a 173–133 victory over Citrus! 🥇🥈
• ROAD CLOSURE - N TURKEY OAK DR - CRYSTAL RIVER