Crisis Management: Building a Robust Plan for Business Continuity
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 business remains resilient and adaptable in the face of hardship.Devise a Strategic Plan for Gradual Resource
BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH & WELLNESS
BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH & WELLNESS Florida HEALTH MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD IS GETTING BACK INTO THEIR ROUTINE BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS KEEP KIDS STRONG FROM THE INSIDE OUT Your child's overall good health can be fostered through eating nutritious foods, getting regular physical activity, and maintaining good sleep habits. Healthy Eating Proper nutrition is essential for children to grow and develop. Focus on fruits, vegetables, and protein. Limit sugar, saturated fats, and processed foods. Regular
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke careThe American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® - StrokeGoldPlus award for proven dedicationto ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care BROOKSVILLE, FL (7/25/2024) — HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke GoldPlus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring
East Hernando Branch Library Closing Temporarily for Scheduled Maintenance
East Hernando Branch Library Closing Temporarily for Scheduled Maintenance(Brooksville, FL) – The East Hernando Branch Library will be closed beginning Monday August 19, 2024 and reopen on Tuesday, August 27, 2024in order for re-surfacing and striping of the parking lot. Please note that the parking lot and book drop at the East Hernando Branch Library will be inaccessible during this time. If you have an item(s) on hold at the East Hernando Branch Library please pick the item(s) up by Saturday, August
Upcoming Temporary Closure of Restrooms at Lake Townsen Park
Upcoming Temporary Closure of Restrooms at Lake Townsen Park(Brooksville, FL) - Hernando County Parks & Recreation will be temporarily closing the restrooms at Lake Townsen Park, 28011 Lake Lindsey Rd, Brooksville, FL 34601, beginning Monday, July 29th and reopening Friday, August 2nd. This restroom closure is necessary so the system that supplies drinking water to the park may be upgraded. During this time the park will remain open, however; there will be no water service in the park. This will include
Hernando County Utilities Department Schedules Force Main Improvements on Elgin Blvd.
Hernando County Utilities Department Schedules Force Main Improvements on Elgin Blvd.(Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Utilities Department will be performing scheduled force main improvements along Elgin Boulevard beginning Monday, July 29th through Friday, August 2nd. The improvement work will take place from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. This work will require travel lane closures on Elgin Boulevard from the Duke power line corridor near Lauren Drive to the Eastern Sterling Hills Boulevard in front of
Disaster Field Operations Center East
Disaster Field Operations Center EastRelease Date: July 22, 2024Contact: Mark Ihenacho (404) 331-0333 Mark.Ihenacho@sba.govRelease Number: 24-507, FL 20413/20414Follow us on X, Facebook, Blogs & InstagramSBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Miami Gardens, FL Extends Closing Date to Monday, July 29Atlanta – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today it will extend the closing date for the Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) in Miami Gardens, FL. The Center was originally scheduled to
2050 LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN PUBLIC WORKSHOPS
2050 LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN PUBLIC WORKSHOPS Two public workshops are scheduled on August 5, 2024, in Brooksville and Inverness, Florida. All workshops are open to the public and can be attended in person or virtually. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hernando/Citrus MPO will conduct two public workshops on August 5, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in Brooksville and at 5:00 p.m. in Inverness. All workshops are open to the public and can be attended in person or virtually. The purpose of these workshops is
IRS warns taxpayers about misleading claims about non-existent “Self Employment Tax Credit;” promote
IRS warns taxpayers about misleading claims about non-existent “Self Employment Tax Credit;” promoters, social media peddling inaccurate eligibility suggestions Taxpayers urged to talk to a trusted tax professional, not rely on marketers or social media for tax advice IR-2024-187, July 15, 2024WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service issued a consumer alert today following bad advice circulating on social media about a non-existent “Self Employment Tax Credit” that’s misleading taxpayers into filing
CITY’S BEAUTIFICATION BOARD ANNOUNCES IMPROVEMENT AWARD WINNERS
CITY’S BEAUTIFICATION BOARD ANNOUNCES IMPROVEMENT AWARD WINNERS Brooksville, Florida (July 18, 2024) – During the July 15, 2024, City of Brooksville City Council meeting, the City Council and the City’s Beautification Board announced the winners of the monthly Margaret R. Ghiotto Improvement Awards. The commercial property winner, Bobby and Andrea Read, owners of Downtown Athletics, located at 100 E. Liberty Street and residential property winner, Alexander Pennington, located at 590 Bell Avenue, are
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE SEEKING LETTERS OF INTEREST Brooksville, Florida (July 18, 2024) – The City of B
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE SEEKING LETTERS OF INTEREST Brooksville, Florida (July 18, 2024) – The City of Brooksville is seeking letters of interest from Brooksville residents interested in serving as a City Council Member to fill the vacated Seat #4 due to the resignation of Casey Thieryung. After the letters are received, and at the next available Council meeting, the remaining City Council members will select an eligible resident to fill Seat 4 until the December 2, 2024 Council meeting, when the newly elected
Main Library closing temporarily for scheduled maintenance
Main Library closing temporarily for scheduled maintenance (Brooksville, FL) – The Main Library at 238 Howell Ave. Brooksville, FL 34601 will be closed beginning Monday, August 5, 2024, and reopen on Monday, August 26, 2024, for network maintenance and repair. Please note that the book-drop at the Main Library will be inaccessible during this time. If you currently have an item on hold at the Main Library please pick the item up by Friday, August 2, 2024, by closing. If items are not picked up
Hernando County Judicial Center Renovations Completed
Hernando County Judicial Center Renovations CompletedRibbon Cutting is Scheduled in Brand New Courtroom(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Government has completed the Judicial Center renovations in Brooksville and is hosting a ribbon cutting onsite at 9am onWednesday, July 31, 2024, in Courtroom I on the second floor located at 20 N. Main St., Brooksville FL 34601. Guests should allow for extra time while going through security. (As a reminder, please leave all sharp objects, weapons, etc. at home or in
Public Hearing for Water and Sewer Rate Adjustments
Public Hearing for Water and Sewer Rate Adjustments (Brooksville, FL) – At the July 9, 2024, Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting, a public hearing was held to discuss a proposal for revised rates, fees and charges with a 5-year phase in for water and sewer utility services. An independent water and sewer rate consultant, Raftelis, completed a water and sewer rate study and a miscellaneous service fee analysis of the Hernando County Water and Sewer District's (HCUD) water and sewer rates, fees,
BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH & WELLNESS
BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH & WELLNESS Florida HEALTH MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD IS GETTING BACK INTO THEIR ROUTINE BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS KEEP KIDS STRONG FROM THE INSIDE OUT Your child's overall good health can be fostered through eating nutritious foods, getting regular physical activity, and maintaining good sleep habits.Healthy Eating Proper nutrition is essential for children to grow and develop. Focus on fruits, vegetables, and protein. Limit sugar, saturated fats, and processed foods.Regular
MESSAGE FROM HERNANDO COUNTY MOSQUITO CONTROL
MESSAGE FROM HERNANDO COUNTY MOSQUITO CONTROL(Brooksville, FL) Hernando County Mosquito Control would like to remind the public that we are always here to provide our services to you. If you are experiencing a problem with mosquitoes, please contact us to request service. When you submit a request for service a technician will be scheduled to inspect your property and surrounding areas. In many cases the source of breeding may be found on your property or a nearby neighbor, if not, the search will widen in
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital Recognized for Low Cesarean Section Rates for Low Risk, First Time Mot
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital Recognized for Low Cesarean Section Rates for Low Risk, First Time MothersBROOKSVILLE, FL (6/27/2024) -- HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital was recently recognized for reducing the number of unnecessary cesarean deliveries for low-risk, first-time mothers by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and the Florida Department of Health (DOH). The recognition is part of a federal program called Healthy People 2030 with focused Maternal and Child Health goals that seek to
Hernando County Public Library Museum Passes
Hernando County Public Library Museum Passes (Brooksville, FL) – Looking for something to do this summer? Preferably something indoors? Or something educational? Well look no further than your local public library and museums for FREE programs, classes, and events. Yes, it is all free!But wait…don’t museums charge admission? Of course, they do but with your Hernando County Public Library card, admission to some area museums is 100% free through our Library Museum Pass Program! HCPLS has partnered with
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE RECOGNIZES JULY AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE RECOGNIZES JULY AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH Brooksville, Florida (June 27, 2024) – At the June 24, 2024, Special City Council Meeting, the City of Brooksville recognized the month of July as Parks and Recreation Month. In doing this, the City intends to promote the benefits of Parks and Recreation programs and the impact they have on our community and throughout the country. Parks and Recreation connects community members of all ages. These activities contribute to the over
Back To School Bash
Come Join Terlep Chiropractic for a Back to School Bash. We will be hosting a FREE School and Sports Physicals for our community. Free Food, Games, Live Performances & More! Visit our events page for more information! Event will be on August 3rd 2024 at 10:00AM-1:00PM! 8466 Northcliffe Boulevard, Spring Hill, FL 34606 Thank you to our community partners for your continuous support!
Upcoming Brooksville City Council Budget Workshop and Public Hearings
Upcoming Brooksville City Council Budget Workshop and Public Hearings Brooksville, FL (June 20, 2024) – The Brooksville City Council will hold the following upcoming budget workshop and public hearings. The City Manager will present the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for the City of Brooksville on the following dates in City of Brooksville Council Chambers located at 201 Howell Ave: • June 24, 2024 - 3:00 p.m. - Special Meeting (Budget) • July 29, 2024 - 3:00 p.m. - Special Meeting (Budget) • August
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital announces 2024 expectant parents classes for patients
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital announces 2024 expectant parents classes for patients Hernando County, Fla. (6/19/24) – HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is pleased to announce its summer and early fall expectant parents’ class, tours and support groups class schedule for hospital patients. Class registration is required and classes are provided at no charge for hospital patients and their support person. The following classes will be held on the following dates:Virtual New Family CareJuly 2 from 6 – 9
Upcoming Hernando County Board of County Commissioners Budget Workshop and Public Hearings
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) 2024-2025 Budget for Hernando County to the BOCC on the following dates in the John Law Ayers room located on the first floor of the Government Center at 20 North Main Street in Brooksville: Budget
Hernando County Government Development Services Department Temporarily Updates Office Hours
(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Government’s Development Services Department is updating their open office hours effective May 28, 2024, to 7:30am-2:00pm, Monday thru Friday. This includes the Building, Planning & Zoning, and Code Enforcement Divisions. These office hours will remain in effect until Friday, August 30, 2024. Building Division applicants can utilize the online permit submittal portal available at: www.hernandocounty.us/departments/departments-a-e/building-division-1717 A drop box will be
South Brooksville Community Redevelopment Area Steering Committee Meetings Scheduled
(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Housing and Supportive Services has scheduled the upcoming South Brooksville Community Redevelopment Area - Steering Committee Meetings. These meetings are open to the public to attend.The first meeting is scheduled for: • Thursday, June 6, 2024 4:00pm–5:30 pm Department of Public Works building 1525 E. Jefferson St., Brookville, FL 34601The meetings will be on the first Thursday of every month: • Thursday, July 18, 2024 (Rescheduled due to the July 4th Holiday) •
Florida SBDC Network Announces Keynote Speakers for 2024 Small Business Success Summit
Florida SBDC Network Announces Keynote Speakers for 2024 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 third annual Small Business Success Summit, which will be held August 19-20 at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach. The 2024 Small Business Success Summit
Taxpayers impacted by the terrorist attacks in Israel qualify for tax relief
IRS: Taxpayers impacted by the terrorist attacks in Israel qualify for tax relief; Oct. 16 filing deadline, other dates postponed to Oct. 7, 2024 IR-2023-188, Oct. 13, 2023 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced tax relief for individuals and businesses affected by the terrorist attacks in the State of Israel. These taxpayers now haveuntil Oct. 7, 2024, to file various federal returns, make tax payments and perform other time-sensitive tax-related actions. In Notice 2023-71,
Hernando County Business Owners: Avoid These Critical Financial Mistakes
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 the ten most common financial mistakes small business owners make — and how to avoid them.1. Poor Budgeting
Create Organizational Change For Your Business With These Essential Steps
As a business owner, it is inevitable that you’ll have to manage organizational change at some point. Whether it is due to the introduction of new technology, changes in customer demand, or simply staying ahead of the competition, making sure your business stays up-to-date and relevant can be a challenge. That said, there are strategies you can use to make the transition smoother and more effective, and the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce has put together a few of them for your