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SBA has received additional funding and resumed disaster loan offers.

              SBA has received additional funding and resumed disaster loan offers.       SBA offers low-interest, long-term disaster loans for homeowners, renters, businesses and nonprofits.   Business owners, homeowners, renters and nonprofits impacted by Hurricane Helen and Milton or other declared disasters can apply for SBA disaster assistance.Hurricane Helene Fact SheetHurricane Milton Fact

Hernando Arts : January 2025

The Hernando County Fine Arts Council’s monthly newsletter - stay updated about current projects, upcoming art events, and calls to artists in Hernando

SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Orange County: Disaster Loans Available for Hurricane Relief

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 our support for business owners,” said Francisco Sánchez, Jr., associate administrator for the Office of

Accepting Applications for the Economic Development & Airport Technical Advisory Committee (EDA-TAC)

Accepting Applications for the Economic Development & Airport Technical Advisory Committee (EDA-TAC) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications from individuals wishing to serve on Economic Development & Airport Technical Advisory Committee (EDA-TAC), pursuant to Board Policy No. 42-01 amended and adopted on July 13, 2021. The EDA-TAC shall act in an advisory capacity to the County’s economic development and airport staff regarding the economic

Hernando County Public Library Amnesty Month

Hernando County Public Library Amnesty Month   (Brooksville, FL) –Hernando County Public Library Offers Fine Amnesty during the month of February 2025.   The library invites patrons to celebrate Love Your Library Month by returning overdue items and receiving fine amnesty. The library recognizes that overdue fines can keep patrons from borrowing materials. This special incentive will help the library recover checked-out materials while patrons enjoy freedom from late fees.   To receive fine

CITY OF BROOKSVILLE CELEBRATES JANUARY

CITY OF BROOKSVILLE CELEBRATES JANUARY Brooksville, Florida (January 10, 2025) – On January 6, 2025, during a regular Council meeting, the Brooksville City Council recognized various causes and events taking place during the month of January. Human Trafficking Prevention Month: To increase awareness and education, make resources available to assist individuals and communities impacted by human trafficking, and build diverse public-private partnerships to support a more comprehensive response to prevent

Florida SBDC at USF Blog Named Among Top Business Blogs by FeedSpot

Florida SBDC at USF Blog Named Among Top Business Blogs by FeedSpot  TAMPA(January 10, 2025)– The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of South Florida (USF) is proud to announce its recognition as one of the top 100 business blogs in 2025 by FeedSpot, ranking #32 on their prestigious list of small business blogs and websites.  This acknowledgment highlights the center's commitment to providing valuable, actionable insights for small business owners and entrepreneurs across

Upcoming Temporary Closure of Rogers Park Park Closure is Scheduled for Maintenance

Upcoming Temporary Closure of Rogers Park Park Closure is Scheduled for Maintenance (Brooksville, FL) - Hernando County Parks and Recreation will be temporarily closing Rogers Park located at 7244 Shoal Line Blvd, Spring Hill, FL 34607 on Monday, January 13, 2025 through Friday, January 17, 2025. The County will be temporarily closing the park to allow for a dredge pipe removal operation in support of the Weeki Wachee River Dredge Project. The public will be notified of any potential delays of reopening

Florida SBDC Network Announces Registration, Call for Presentations for 2025 Small Business Success

   Florida SBDC Network Announces Registration, Call for Presentations for 2025 Small Business Success Summit     Florida SBDC Network State Office (Pensacola, Fla.) – The Florida SBDC Network, the state’s principal provider of business assistance, has opened registration and call for presentations for the 2025 Small Business Success Summit, which will be held August 18-19 at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay.         Held in its fourth

Vacancies on Pasco-Hernando Workforce Board of Directors

Vacancies on Pasco-Hernando Workforce Board of Directors NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications from individuals qualified to fill vacant Non-Board Member seats on the Pasco-Hernando Workforce Board, under the (5) categories of Business, Education, Labor/Apprenticeships, Governmental/Economic/Community Development, Other Entity Representation. The categories defined by Local Workforce Development Board Composition, Certification and

Vacancies on Various County Committees

Vacancies on Various County Committees 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:Board of Construction and Regulation One (1) General Contractor, Building Contractor, or Residential Contractor One (1) Architect Engineer One (1) Consumer RepresentativesFine Arts Council Two (2) positionsCitizen Advisory Task

Vacancies on Hernando County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

Vacancies on Hernando County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee 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 Hernando County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee from the following specific backgrounds: · One citizen who is actively engaged as a for-profit provider of affordable housing. · One citizen who represents essential services personnel, as defined in the local housing assistance

DOH-Hernando Cautions About Red Tide at Pine Island – Spring Hill

DOH-Hernando Cautions About Red Tide at Pine Island – Spring HillHernando County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Hernando County (DOH-Hernando) advises the public to be cautious due to the presence of red tide near Pine Island. This is in response to a water sample taken on December 27, 2024. The public should exercise caution in and around this area.  Residents and visitors are advised to take the following precautions if near affected area:Look for informational signage posted at most public

HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital announces early 2025 expectant parents’ classes for patients

HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital announces early 2025 expectant parents’ classes for patients  Hernando County, Fla. (12/30/24) – HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is pleased to announce its 2025 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 classes will be held on the following dates:Childbirth Preparation Class January 11 from 12 – 6 p.m.February 8 from 12 - 6

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Upcoming Florida-Friendly Landscaping Events:

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 Coordinator Colby Pitts will talk about how to best manage your landscape during bouts of cold weather.   Please RSVP

Holiday Office Closures and Trash Collection Schedule

Holiday Office Closures and Trash Collection Schedule(Brooksville, FL) – All Hernando County offices/services will be closed on the following dates to observe the upcoming Christmas and New Year Holiday:  Tuesday, December 24, 2024 in observance of Christmas EveWednesday, December 25, 2024 in observance of Christmas DayWednesday, January 1, 2025 in observance of New Year’s DayHernando County Transit Services - TheBus: Hernando County Transit Services (TheBus) will not be providing service on Tuesday,

CITY OF BROOKSVILLE ANNOUNCES 2025 HOLIDAY AND MEETING SCHEDULES

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 indicated. The following months are modified to account for a holiday: • January - One City Council meeting on Monday,

SBA Disaster Loans Available in Florida for Private Non-Profit Organizations

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 organizations in the counties of Brevard, Charlotte, Citrus, Clay, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Glades, Hardee, Hendry,

Behind the Digital Curtain: How Women Entrepreneurs Build Success with Adobe Acrobat

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 eager to save time and concentrate on expanding their businesses, these solutions can be transformative in the

U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACT SHEET - DISASTER LOANS

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, DeSoto, Gadsden, Glades, Gulf, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Liberty, Marion, Polk, Sumter, and Union; and for

FloridaCommerce Announces More Than $60 Million Available through Local Government Emergency Bridge Loan Program to Communities Impacted by Hurricane Helene

 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 local governments recovering from Hurricane Helene through the local government emergency bridge loan program. In

Scheduled Road Closure on Old Spring Lake Road Between Neff Lake Road and Spring Lake Highway Effect

Scheduled Road Closure on Old Spring Lake Road Between Neff Lake Road and Spring Lake Highway Effective Immediately(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County’s Department of Public Works will be immediately closing Old Spring Lake Road between Neff Lake Road and Spring Lake Highway for a period up to six months. This is due to excessive erosion and possible shoulder failure, it’s with an abundance of caution and public safety this decision has been made. Please understand the situation is being evaluated and the

HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital announces 2024 and early 2025 expectant parents’ classes for patients

MEDIA CONTACT: Denise E. Rader                                                                               Denise.rader@hcahealthcare.com352-597-6317  HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital announces 2024 and early 2025 expectant parents’ classes for patients  Hernando County, Fla. (9/6/24) – HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is pleased to announce its fall and winter expectant parents’ class, tours and support groups class schedule for hospital patients.  Class registration is required and classes are provided at

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

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

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