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Wednesday, August 06, 2025
Hernando County Development Services is Updating the Land Development Code and is Looking for Community Input(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County invites all residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to take part in shaping the future of our neighborhoods. The County is currently updating its Land Development Code, and your voice is essential in guiding the changes that impact daily ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
Help Shape the Future of Hernando County ParksAttend the Parks & Recreation Master Plan Workshop(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the development of a comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and we are inviting residents to get involved and help shape the future of our parks! A Public Workshop will be held in person to give community members ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
 The regular monthly meeting of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council will be held:Thursday, August 14, from 5:30 - 7:00 PM atBrooksville City Hall, 201 Howell Ave, Brooksville, FL 34601 The purpose of this meeting is to consider routine business matters of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council. All meetings of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council are open to the public and guests are ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Friday, August 01, 2025
Hernando County Aquatic Services and Waterways Department Restores Navigational Safety Following Hurricane Helene(Brooksville, FL) – In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Hernando County’s coastline sustained significant damage, including the destruction of critical navigation aids and regulatory signs that ensure the safety of local boaters and waterway users. The Hernando County Aquatic ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
                        Alfred McKethan Pine Island Park             to Reopen Friday, August 1, 2025, at 8:30am(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Parks and Recreation is officially reopening Alfred McKethan Pine Island Park located at 10800 Pine Island Drive (off County Road 495 west of Weeki Wachee),Friday, August 1, 2025, at 8:30am. After being closed since last year due to significant storm ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Human Interest, Community
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
TheBus Announces Brand-New Mermaid Route to Pine Island Park(Brooksville, FL) – TheBus is excited to unveil its newest addition to public transportation service in Hernando County — Route 9: The Mermaid Route, launched on Monday, July 21, 2025. This scenic new route will provide direct and convenient service from Walmart on US 19, traveling north along Shoal Line Blvd., then west on State Road ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Hernando County Board of County Commissioners Lowers Tax Millage Rates for the Sixth Year in a Row(Brooksville, FL) – On July 10, 2025, Hernando County Administrator, Jeff Rogers, presented the 2025-2026, Fiscal Year (FY26), Recommended Budget totaling $956,338,363 to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), during the Budget Workshop. At the July 22, 2025, BOCC meeting, a unanimous vote from ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Thursday, July 24, 2025
     Dementia Care Support Group  Location: Oak Hill Senior Living Community - 7411 Cortez Oaks Blvd. Brooksville, FL 34613When: First Monday of each Month @ 1pm This support group is FREE and open to all caregivers caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's or dementia. This health initiative is in collaboration with the Dementia Spotlight Foundation  For more information & support, ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Thursday, July 24, 2025
    
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Dementia Awareness - Hurricane Season DEMENTIA AWARENESS: For Upcoming Hurricane SeasonWHEN: Wednesday, August 13, 2025 from 10:00am-12:00pmWHERE: Hernando County Department of Health - 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd. Spring Hill, FL 34606AWARENESS: As of June, Hurricane Season is officially hereeee. NOW is the time to prepare. Families are encouraged to join us to discuss and discover optimal methods for ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality cardiovascular careBROOKSVILLE, FL (7/23/2025) — HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus achievement award demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Brooksville Main Street Honored with Two Prestigious Awards from the Secretary of State!BROOKSVILLE, FL – July 21, 2025 – Brooksville Main Street is thrilled to announce it has received two prestigious awards from the Secretary of State of Florida during the recent Preservation on Main Street 2025 conference in Fernandina Beach, Florida: Distinctive Preservation Action Award and the Budget Hawk ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release, Community
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Hernando County Government Launches Community Survey for Brand New WebsiteThe Survey will Gather Feedback on Website User-Experience and Accessibility(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Government is pleased to announce the development of a new and improved county website, aimed at enhancing user experience, accessibility, and overall efficiency. The new website is expected to launch in the coming ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Monday, July 21, 2025
Hernando County Launches Hernando DOGE to Enhance Government Efficiency and Promote Civic EngagementOpen Meetings Scheduled Twice Monthly to Encourage Community Involvement   (Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners announces the successful launch of a new advisory board, Hernando DOGE (Delegation on Government Efficiency). Hernando DOGE is designed to further ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Thursday, July 17, 2025
The Hernando County Fine Arts Council’s monthly newsletter - stay updated about current projects, upcoming art events, and calls to artists in Hernando ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Special tax law provisions may help businesses recover financially from the impact of a disaster — especially when the federal government declares their area a major disaster zone. The IRS encourages businesses in these situations to explore available relief options and resources.   If your business is located in a federally declared disaster area, you may qualify for IRS disaster assistance ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Thursday, July 17, 2025
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital Celebrates Heart Services Milestones SPRING HILL, Fla. (July 17, 2025) – HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital recently celebrated two milestones in its structural heart program. The hospital completed its 300th transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) – a minimally invasive procedure that replaces a damaged aortic value without open heart surgery. The first TAVR ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release, Community
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Hernando County Completes Spoil Island Cleanup in Hernando Beach   (Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Waterways/Aquatic Services Department has successfully completed the cleanup of the spoil islands located along the north side of the Hernando Beach Channel, following requests from local residents. The cleanup project, which began in late June and concluded by mid-July, resulted in the ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Manhole Recoating Project Begins in Hernando Beach as Part of Resiliency Initiative   (Brooksville, FL) – As part of an ongoing effort to strengthen critical infrastructure, a manhole recoating project is now underway in the Hernando Beach community. The project officially begins today, July 14, 2025, and is a key component of the broader resiliency improvements taking place throughout the ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Wednesday, July 09, 2025
Get ready for the fourth annual Small Business Success Summit, held August 18-19 in Tampa, FL at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay! This dynamic, two-day event offers the ultimate professional development experience for small business owners bringing together the Florida SBDC Network's experienced business consultants and partners from across the state. Attendees will walk away with practical ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Upcoming Hernando County Board of County Commissioners Budget Workshop and Public Hearings   (Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will hold the following upcoming budget workshop and public hearings. The Office of Management and Budget will present the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 Budget for Hernando County to the BOCC on the following dates in the John ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Monday, June 16, 2025
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Friday, June 13, 2025
A small business lives and dies by impressions. Before a customer has walked into a store or clicked “Add to Cart,” their eyes have done most of the deciding. It’s no secret that design plays a powerful role in shaping trust, curiosity, and sales. But for entrepreneurs wearing ten hats and running short on time, professional-looking visuals can feel just out of reach—until they realize the best ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, General News Article
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Florida SBDC Network Announces Keynote Speakers  for 2025 Small Business Success Summit   Florida SBDC Network State Office (Pensacola, Fla.) – The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, is pleased to announce the keynote speakers for the fourth annual Small Business Success Summit, which will be held August 18-19 ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Thursday, May 08, 2025
Florida Named Finalist for 2025 National Gold Medal Award   ~ Four-time Gold Medal winner once again competes for the nation’s highest honor in public lands stewardship ~  Alafia River State Park, Hillsborough County, Florida TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida State Parks has once again been named a finalist for the prestigious 2025 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Monday, April 21, 2025
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital announces May through August 2025 expectant parents’ classes   Hernando County, Fla. (4/17/2025) – HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is pleased to announce its spring and summer expectant parents’ class, tours and support groups class schedule.  Classes are provided at no charge for hospital patients and their support person. Registration is required. The following ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Thursday, April 17, 2025
In a landscape where attention is both currency and competition, visual content isn’t optional—it’s elemental. For small businesses fighting to be seen amid algorithmic tides and ad-saturated timelines, a single image, reel, or story can cut through the noise in ways no text post ever will. It isn’t just about looking good; it’s about being remembered, shared, and trusted. The most effective ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Press Release
Monday, December 16, 2024
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE ANNOUNCES 2025 HOLIDAY AND MEETING SCHEDULES Brooksville, Florida (December 10, 2024) – On December 9, 2024, during a regular City Council Meeting, the Brooksville City Council adopted the 2025 Holiday and Meeting Schedules. All regular City Council meetings are scheduled for the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers unless otherwise ...read more
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Thursday, October 17, 2024
This October, in honor of Women's Small Business Month, it's essential to acknowledge the cutting-edge tools that enable women entrepreneurs to optimize their workflows and fuel growth. Adobe Acrobat provides a robust set of features aimed at boosting efficiency, simplifying document management, enhancing team collaboration, and streamlining crucial business processes. For women entrepreneurs ...read more
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Friday, October 04, 2024
 For Immediate Release: October 3, 2024FloridaCommerce Announces More Than $60 Million Available through Local Government Emergency Bridge Loan Program to Communities Impacted by Hurricane Helene~ Recent legislation signed into law by Governor DeSantis increased the loan repayment period to 10 years ~TALLAHASSEE, Fla.  — Today, FloridaCommerce announced the availability of $60 million to support ...read more
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Friday, July 26, 2024
When your business encounters tough times, having a solid strategy is crucial for navigating the challenges ahead. This article explores practical and actionable strategies to help your business weather the storm and emerge stronger. From optimizing financial management to enhancing operational efficiency, these tips will equip you with the tools to turn adversity into opportunity, ensuring your ...read more
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