HERNANDO COUNTY HAS BEEN AWARDED FEDERAL FUNDS UNDER THE EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER PROGRAM FOR PHASE 41
HERNANDO COUNTY HAS BEEN AWARDED FEDERAL FUNDS UNDER THE EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER PROGRAM FOR PHASE 41 Spring Hill, FL – April 12, 2024 - Hernando County has been awarded a total of $61,900 to supplement Emergency Food and Shelter Programs (ESFP) throughout the county for Phase 41. The announcement was made by a National Board that is chaired by the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency. The award amount is based on the average number of unemployed individuals in the
Coping with Dementia Conference Speaker Line-Up
Coping with Dementia 11th Care Partner ConferenceAnnounces Speaker Line-UpWe are very excited to announce that Gerry Mulligan, will be the Keynote Speaker this year-Care Partner to family members and retired publisher of 43 years, Lindell Harris, Director of Senior VS Crimes, Brandy Ward, Director Key Elder Care, Jordan Griffis-Nurse Practitioner-Dr. Nieves office of Neurology and Movement Disorders. There will be live music, and there will be more than two-dozen information tables offering free resources
Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce Presents “Politics in the Park”
Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce Presents “Politics in the Park” Please join the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce’s Advocacy Committee as they host the 2024 Politics in the Park on Thursday, July 11, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Challenger K-8 located at 13400 Elgin Blvd. in Spring Hill. At this old-fashioned political rally, attendees will have the opportunity to meet local, state, and federal candidates who are seeking to represent Hernando County in the upcoming election
Hurrican Idalia HMGP Deadline Extension
The application deadline has been extended for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) for the Florida Hurricane Idalia (FEMA 4734-DR-FL). The application period will now close June 7, 2024. Applications submitted through the FDEM Portal must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. EDT on June 7, 2024. Requests for account creations for the FDEM Portal must be made by 5:00 p.m., EDT on June 7, 2024. Applications mailed to the Division must be postmarked on or before June 7, 2024. Hand-delivered
Ceremony to Honor Gary E. Schraut at the Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport & Technology Center
Hernando County Government to Host a Ceremony to Honor Gary E. Schraut at theBrooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport & Technology Center Air Traffic Control Tower (Brooksville, FL) – On October 20, 2023, the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) unanimously voted to recognize the Airport Air Traffic Control Tower located at the Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport & Technology Center (BKV) in honor of the late Gary E. Schraut. The BOCC chose the Airport Control Tower due to his background,
4th Annual Salute to First Responders and Military Heroes Event in Historic Downtown Brooksville
Join Us in Honoring Our Heroes: 4th Annual Salute to First Responders and Military Heroes Event in Historic Downtown BrooksvilleBrooksville, FL - April 4, 2024 - We are excited to announce that we are now accepting vendors and sponsors for the highly anticipated 4th Annual Salute to First Responders and Military Heroes event, set to take place on April 27th & 28th, 2024, at 36 N. Broad Street in Historic Downtown Brooksville. This event promises a weekend filled with entertainment, appreciation, and
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
CSU 2024 Hurricane Forecast Released
Good Thursday Afternoon, The First Official Hurricane Forecast has been released!!! Colorado State University released their official 2024 Hurricane Forecast earlier today! Please see the information below supplied by Brian LaMarre of the National Weather Service, Tampa Bay, Ruskin Office. Remember, it only takes one storm. Be Prepared Now! Make a Plan, Build a Kit, Stay Informed, Get Involved. #HernandoPrepares **You may have seen the below information released. As expected for this
Calling Local Volunteers
Brooksville Main Street is gearing up for a busy April and we would love your help! Would you like to: * Support a great cause? * Share your talent and energy with an awesome group of people? * Have an incredible amount of fun while volunteering at downtown events? Volunteering is easy and flexible! Whether it’s just for a short shift or multiple shifts and events. Volunteers are not required to have previous training, and anyone can volunteer; opportunities are open to adults, community
Weeki Wachee River Summit
The Weeki Wachee River is an invaluable feature in Hernando County, driving tourism, employment, and renowned for its waterways as a prime recreational destination in addition to being a first magnitude Outstanding Florida Spring. Join us for the Weeki Wachee River Summit on Friday, May 3rd, 2024, from 9am—1:30 pm at Pasco Hernando State College-- Spring Hill Campus, 450 Beverly Court, Spring Hill, Fl. RSVP at bit.ly/49zRvn3.The summit is being hosted by a consortium of Hernando County conservation
HMGP Hurricane Idalia Notice of Funding Opportunity
(Brooksville, FL) The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is pleased to announce the availability of Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds as a result of the recent Presidential Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Idalia (FEMA 4734-DR-FL), which was declared on August 31, 2023. Application Timeline: The application period will close April 30, 2024. The Division encourages potential applicants to submit complete applications before the close of the application period. Applications
Convocation of Seminole War Historians
Dade Battlefield Society is proud to be hosting the upcoming Convocation of Seminole War Historians The Friday afternoon and evening program will take place at Chinsegut Hill Historic Site in Brooksville. APRIL 26-28, 2024 A weekend full of information, discovery and networking Adults $70 Students $35Registration Includes :Friday historic site tourFriday night reception and art exhibition with heavy hors d ’oeuvresSaturday program with lunchSaturday evening program with dinnerSunday program with
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE ANNOUNCES 2024 HOLIDAY AND MEETING SCHEDULES
CITY OF BROOKSVILLE ANNOUNCES 2024 HOLIDAY AND MEETING SCHEDULES On December 4, 2023, during a regular City Council Meeting, the Brooksville City Council adopted the 2024 Holiday and Meeting Schedules. All regular City Council meetings are scheduled on the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers unless otherwise indicated. The following months are modified to account for a holiday: • January – One CRA meeting on Monday, January, 8, 2024; one City Council meeting on
SBA Announces Closure of Business Recovery Centers in Florida
SBA Announces Closure of Business Recovery Centers in Florida ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the permanent closure of the Business Recovery Centers (BRCs) in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties on Wednesday, Nov. 29, due to a steady decrease in center activity. Business Recovery Centers serve as a beacon of hope and support for businesses, providing invaluable resources, guidance, and expertise during challenging times. The application deadline for physical
Modified Phase 1 Water Shortage Enacted by the Southwest Florida Water Management District Causes No
Modified Phase 1 Water Shortage Enacted by the Southwest Florida Water Management District Causes No Changes in Hernando County (Brooksville, FL) – The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) has enacted a Modified Phase 1 Water Shortage water use restriction that will go into effect November 21, 2023, through July 1, 2024. Phase 1 enacts a one-day-a-week watering schedule. Hernando County is already at a one-day-a-week watering schedule and has been since July of 2010. Phase 1 currently does
Additional Counties Added and Deadline Approaching for Physical Damage Loans for NonProfit Organizations in Florida
Additional Counties Added and Deadline Approaching for Physical Damage Loans for NonProfit Organizations in FloridaATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that Baker, Charlotte,Duval, and Nassau counties in Florida are now included as primary counties in the disaster declaration for eligible PNP organizations to apply for low-interest disaster loans for damages as a result of Hurricane Idalia that occurred Aug. 27 through Sept. 4, 2023. Eligible PNP organizations in the
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,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Hernando County Announces Updated Hours and Days of Operation
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Hernando County Announces Updated Hours and Days of Operation (Brooksville, FL) – Effective immediately, the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will no longer open on Sundays. Beginning Monday, October 9, 2023, the hours of operation for the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Hernando County located at the Spring Hill Library (9220 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, FL 34608) will be operating Monday through Saturday from 9am – 6pm. The DRC is open for those affected by
Important SBA Disaster Assistance for Hurricane Idalia Survivors in FL
U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACT SHEET - DISASTER LOANS FLORIDA Declaration 18118 & 18119 (Disaster: FL-00192) Incident: HURRICANE IDALIA occurring: August 27, 2023 & continuing in the Florida counties of: Citrus, Dixie, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Suwannee, and Taylor; for economic injury only in the contiguous Florida counties of: Alachua, Columbia, Gilchrist, Hernando, Jefferson, Madison, Marion, and Sumter; and for economic injury only in the contiguous Georgia counties of: Echols and
U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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 Idalia that occurred Aug. 27 through Sept. 4, 2023. Private Non Profit Organizations SBA and FEMA Disaster Assistance Click HereDisaster Field Operations Center East (English) Click HereDisaster Field Operations Center East
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