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Thursday, May 01, 2025
Hernando County, Fla.— The Florida Department of Health in Hernando County (DOH-Hernando) recognizes National Stroke Awareness Month, an observance that highlights the importance of knowing the risk factors and symptoms of stroke.
Nationally, stroke is a leading cause of death. Recognizing a stroke quickly can be lifesaving, as fast treatment can lessen the brain damage that can occur. Quick ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Thursday, May 01, 2025
Hernando County, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Hernando County (DOH-Hernando) promotes National Water Safety Month to educate the community on how to safely enjoy Florida’s many bodies of water and prevent drowning.
Florida offers countless opportunities to enjoy water recreation in pools, lakes, and other surrounding bodies of water. That is why water safety is critical. Children ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Thursday, May 01, 2025
Board of County Commissioners Agenda Update:
Corrected Staff Report Posted for May 6 Meeting
(Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Development Services Department has identified that an incorrect staff report was initially uploaded to the public agenda for the upcoming Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Land Use Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 6 at 9:00am.
Planning staff ...read more
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Thursday, May 01, 2025
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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Hernando County Public Library
(Brooksville, FL) – Lu Vickers will join Hernando County Public Library for a presentation on Weeki Wachee, City of Mermaids. The program takes place Thursday, May 8, 2025, at West Hernando Branch Library. It is a partnership between Florida Humanities and Hernando County Public Library as part of the organization’s redesigned Florida Talks program.
Lu ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Monday, April 28, 2025
Brooksville Main Street Volunteers Honored with
“Heroes Among Us” Award by U.S. Congressman Gus BilirakisBrooksville, FL – Brooksville Main Street is proud to announce that four of its outstanding volunteers—Andrea Read, Casey Thieryung, Cindy Gandy Mahon, and Donna Mackey—have been honored with the “Heroes Among Us” Volunteer Award presented ...read more
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Monday, April 28, 2025
Artisan Haven Set to Open Its Doors May 1 in the Heart of Historic Downtown BrooksvilleBrooksville, FL – A vibrant new chapter for Downtown Brooksville begins May 1 as Artisan Haven, the city’s newest artisan boutique and coffee bar, celebrates its highly anticipated Grand Opening. The public is invited to attend the festivities at 134 E Fort Dade Ave, just steps from Hernando Park, on ...read more
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Monday, April 28, 2025
The regular monthly meeting of the Hernando County Fine Arts Council will be held:
Thursday, May 8, 2024, 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
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Monday, April 28, 2025
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE ISSUES CITY-WIDE BURN BAN
Brooksville, Florida (April 28, 2025) - In accordance with Ordinance No. 905, Sec. 58-1, and in conjunction with the Hernando County Fire Department's county-wide burn ban, the City of Brooksville Fire Department is issuing a City-wide burn ban effective April 28, 2025, until further notice.
An ongoing lack of ...read more
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Thursday, April 24, 2025
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Thursday, April 24, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications from individuals wishing to serve as a member on the County committee listed below. The following positions are currently vacant:
Delegation on Government Efficiency (DOGE) Committee
Nine (9) members
All applicants must be residents and registered voters in Hernando County. These ...read more
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE WELCOMES NEW CITY MANAGER
Brooksville, Florida (April 22, 2025) – The City of Brooksville City Council officially announced the hiring of Lisa Hendrickson as City Manager at a regular Council meeting on Monday, April 21, 2025.
Lisa Hendrickson was selected for the position at a regular Council meeting on April 7, 2025. Following her ...read more
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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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
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Monday, April 21, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications from individuals wishing to serve as a member on the County committees listed below. The following positions are currently vacant:Fine Arts Council
Three (3) positionsCitizen Advisory Task Force
Five (5) positions
All applicants must be residents and registered voters in Hernando ...read more
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Monday, April 21, 2025
Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind Announces Appointment of New CEO, Becky Bennett
New Port Richey, FL – April 21, 2025 – Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind is pleased to announce the appointment of Becky Bennett as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 21, 2025.
Becky Bennett brings more than two decades of leadership in nonprofit, healthcare, and child welfare ...read more
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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
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Thursday, April 17, 2025
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Monday, April 14, 2025
Hernando County Board of County Commissioners Approves Resolution Supporting State Government Efficiency Efforts(Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) unanimously voted on April 8, 2025, to approve a Resolution supporting government efforts in identifying unnecessary spending, creating ...read more
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Tuesday, April 08, 2025
Tra Williams to Keynote 2025 Florida SBDC at USF Business Awards Luncheon
TAMPA, Fla.(April 8, 2025) – On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, the Florida Small Business Development Center at USF will recognize businesses from the 10-county Tampa Bay region at the 2025 Florida SBDC at USF Annual Business Awards. The 2025 Annual Business Awards will recognize Florida SBDC at USF and U.S. Small Business ...read more
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Tuesday, April 08, 2025
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Monday, April 07, 2025
Hernando County Department of Public Works
Launches a Hernando County Safety Action Plan
(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Government, in partnership with Kimley-Horn, is excited to announce the launch of the Hernando County Safety Action Plan. Funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All Program, this comprehensive project aims to ...read more
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Monday, April 07, 2025
Golf Cart Usage and Speed Limit Changes Approved
in the Hernando Beach Business District
(Brooksville, FL) – At the March 25, 2025, Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting, the BOCC approved a resolution that will reduce the speed limit and allow the use of golf carts within the Hernando Beach Business District along Shoal Line Boulevard. The new measures are aimed at ...read more
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Monday, April 07, 2025
Hail to the 2025 Chasco Ball King & Queen
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL – April 5, 2025 — Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind is pleased to announce our 2025 King Pithla Gary Gann and Queen Chasco Angie Gardner who were crowned on March 28th at the 2025 Chasco Coronation Ball. The Ball celebrates the outstanding contributions made by many in our community with nominations ...read more
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Thursday, April 03, 2025
Hernando Arts
April 2025
Wow! March was incredible, with ten new statues unveiled for the Mermaid Tale Trail and another successful Art in the Park event! Up next, we are getting ready for the Congressional Art Competition for high schoolers - but there are tons of other upcoming art events and opportunities for all ages. And don’t forget to vote for us for “Best Event” in the Hernando Sun ...read more
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Wednesday, April 02, 2025
April is Water Conservation Month in Hernando CountyFind Out Ways You Can Conserve Water
(Brooksville, FL) – At the March 25, 2025, Hernando County Board of County Commissioners meeting, a resolution was adopted proclaiming April as Water Conservation Month.
Everyone has a role to play in conserving and protecting Hernando County’s water resources. Watering lawns and landscapes continues to ...read more
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Tuesday, April 01, 2025
Code Compliance Month Allows Homeowners to Reduce Liens in May
(Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) adopted a resolution proclaiming May as Code Compliance Month at the March 25, 2025, BOCC meeting.
Any individual who owns property that has been liened by Hernando County for a code enforcement violation may complete a one-time application for a 50% ...read more
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Wednesday, March 26, 2025
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Premier hosts 2nd Annual Runway for Hope
Wednesday, June 4th - 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Silverthorn County Club, Spring Hill
Back by popular demand, Premier Community HealthCare is holding our 2nd Annual Runway for Hope Ladies Night & Fashion Show! This time in Hernando County.
Once again, the guests will be served hors d'oeuvres, desserts and champagne by dignitary gentleman and ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Monday, March 10, 2025
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Tuesday, January 14, 2025
SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Orange County: Disaster Loans Available for Hurricane Relief
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) opened a Business Recovery Center (BRC) in Orange County on Monday, Jan. 13, to assist small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations who sustained economic losses from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
“SBA’s BRCs are a cornerstone of ...read more
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Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Upcoming Florida-Friendly Landscaping Events:
Water Awareness Speaker Series – Wednesday, January 8th, 2025, 10:00 am, HCUD Admin building, 15365 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613
Winter Gardening Wonderland
(Brooksville, FL) – In this class, Extension Agent Dr. Lester will teach the best practices for having a successful winter vegetable garden and Florida-Friendly Landscaping ...read more
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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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Tuesday, December 03, 2024
Hernando County Government is launching a yearlong process to develop a strategic plan for the future, and we want you to be part of it! The County invites residents and businesses to join Community Engagement Session I on December 18, 2024 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hernando County Utilities Department, 15365 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL.
Your voice matters as we work together to create a ...read more
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Monday, October 21, 2024
SBA Disaster Loans Available in Florida for Private Non-Profit Organizations
ATLANTA -The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that certain Private Non-Profit organizations (PNPs) in Florida that do not provide critical services of a governmental nature may be eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans for damages as a result of Hurricane Milton.
Eligible PNP ...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
U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACT SHEET - DISASTER LOANS
in the Florida counties of: Charlotte, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Franklin, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Hillsborough, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lee, Leon, Levy, Madison, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Sarasota, Suwannee, Taylor, and Wakulla; for economic injury only in the contiguous Florida counties of: Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Collier, ...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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Monday, May 08, 2023
Small business owners have a lot going on. In addition to running the day-to-day operations of their businesses, they also have to assume a lot of other company positions, from marketing and sales to HR and finance. It's no wonder, then, that financial mistakes are all too common. To help you avoid making some costly errors, the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce put together a list of ...read more
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