Warming Center to Open Thursday Night in Hernando County
Warming Center to Open Thursday Night in Hernando County(Brooksville, FL) – In response to forecasted freezing temperatures, Hernando County Emergency Management, in partnership with the City of Brooksville, is opening a Warming Center to provide warmth and comfort to those in need.The Warming Center will operate at the Enrichment Center, located at 800 John Gary Grubbs Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34601. The center will open Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. and remain open overnight until 8:00 a.m.
Nominations Open: Bilirakis 2026 Heroes Among Us Congressional Award
U.S. Congressman Gus Bilirakis invites you to submit your nominations for the 2026 Heroes Among Us Congressional Award! (Details below.) To participate in this special event, please email the following information to Angel.Osteen@mail.house.govno later February 16, 2026. Organization Name:Main Point of contact for your organization, including contact information:Nominee Name:Nominee Phone Number:Nominee Email Address:Brief Description (500 words or less) of the positive impact the nominee has
Hernando County Government Offices Will Be Closed in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Hernando County Government Offices Will Be Closed in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day(Brooksville, FL) – The following Hernando County Government Offices/services will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and will reopen at regular hours on Tuesday, January 20, 2026:Hernando County Government officesTransit Services (TheBus)Library ServicesSolid Waste and Recycling:The West Hernando and East Hernando Solid Waste Convenience Centers will be
Virtual Community Forum to Highlight Hernando County’s New Land Development GIS Map
Virtual Community Forum to Highlight Hernando County’s New Land Development GIS Map(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County invites all community members to attend an upcoming Community Forum Session showcasing a new Land Development Regulations GIS Map, part of the Phase 1 launch of the County’s GeoHub, created by SwiftGov. The GeoHub is a centralized, user-friendly platform intended to support faster and more informed decision-making by providing immediate access to accurate land development data.The virtual
Hernando County Issues Countywide Burn Ban
Hernando County Issues Burn Ban (Brooksville, FL) In accordance with Hernando County Code Chapter 12 Article VI, Hernando County is instituting an emergency temporary prohibition (Burn Ban) of all outdoor burning effective January 8th, 2026, for all unincorporated areas of Hernando County and the City of Brooksville. Lack of recent rain and forecasts indicate below average rainfall is expected to continue making it highly favorable for brush fires to occur and rapidly spread. The current Keetch-Byram
Updates on Garbage and Recycling Collection Services
Updates on Garbage and Recycling Collection Services(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Government transitioned from Republic Services to Coastal Waste & Recycling for garbage and recycling collection services. During this time, Hernando County’s Solid Waste and Recycling Department would like to inform residents of the following updates:· Service Start Date and Holiday Impacts: Coastal Waste & Recycling began providing collection services on Friday, January 2, 2026, immediately following the
Hernando County Government Launches Brand New Website
Hernando County Government Launches Brand New Website(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Government has launched a newly redesigned website, www.HernandoCounty.us, offering a more accessible, user-friendly way to access County information and services.This website serves as a centralized resource for residents, businesses, and visitors by providing information on County departments, elected officials, services, and programs. Users can submit service requests, access forms and documents, find meeting agendas
Various Committee Vacancies January 6, 2026
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital offers free educational classes for expectant parents (January - June 2026)
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital offers free educational classes for expectant parents January – June 2026 schedule offers in person and virtual options Hernando County, Fla. (12/31/2025) – HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital offers a variety of free educational classes for expectant moms and a support person. From learning to prepare for delivery day, to breastfeeding tips and tricks, we invite our community to join us to learn how best to care for a new addition.Expectant parents can also tour the birthing
Notice of Changes to Escrow Account Usage and Temporary Self- Issuance Permit Processes
Notice of Changes to Escrow Account Usage and Temporary Self- Issuance Permit Processes(Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Development Services Departments are transitioning to a new software system to enhance customer experiences, and the following changes will occur:Effective immediately for the Building Division:· No new escrow accounts may be opened at this time.· Existing active escrow account holders may add funds through close of business on January 23, 2026.· All escrow
CALLING ALL ARTISTS! Join us at Art in the Park!
Calling All Artists Join us for the 41stAnnual Art in the Park! Join us underneath the oak trees this spring and exhibit in Hernando County’s largest art show! With over 100 fine arts exhibitors, a crowd of 6,000 art lovers, and $6,500 in cash prizes — you won’t want to miss this!Artists and crafters of all mediums are invited to exhibit. Apply Today! Exhibit at Art in the Park!Jury Fee: $35 (non-refundable) Fine Arts
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Environmental Leaders Applaud Governor DeSantis’ Proposed Floridians First Budget
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Environmental Leaders Applaud Governor DeSantis’ Proposed Floridians First BudgetTALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Last week, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the Floridians First Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27, which recommends continuing Florida’s record support to restore America’s Everglades, conserve our state’s landscapes, restore waterways and coastlines, and improve both the quality and supply of our water resources. Here’s what environmental leaders and stakeholders are saying: “The
Local Real Estate Professional Completes Weichert Fast Track Training To Elevate Client Services
Local Real Estate Professional Completes Weichert® Fast Track Training To Elevate Client ServicesSpring Hill, Fla. (Grassroots Newswire) December 18, 2025 - Weichert, Realtors® - Florida Tropics, located in Spring Hill, is proud to announce that Hunter Neuwirth successfully completed the Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. Fast Track training program. The training helps quickly bring new and existing Weichert® affiliated agents up to speed on the latest information, resources and technology available to
Hernando County Government Holiday Office Closures and Trash Collection Schedules
Hernando County Government Holiday Office Closures and Trash Collection Schedules(Brooksville, FL) – All Hernando County offices/services will be closed on the following dates in observance of the upcoming Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day holidays:· Wednesday, December 24, 2025, in observance of Christmas Eve· Thursday, December 25, 2025, in observance of Christmas Day· Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of New Year’s DayHernando County Transit Services -
Secretary Lambert: Governor DeSantis Puts Floridians First in Historic Budget Recommendations for Florida's Everglades, Water Resources and Natural Landscapes
Secretary Lambert: Governor DeSantis Puts FloridiansFirst in Historic Budget Recommendations for Florida’s Everglades, Water Resources and Natural Landscapes~Budget fully funds remaining components of the Central Everglades Planning Project to deliver on the Governor’s landmark commitment to Everglades restoration~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary Alexis A. Lambert issued the following statement in support of Governor Ron DeSantis’ Floridians First
Hernando County Utilities Department Announces Update to Wellhead Protection Area Ordinance
Hernando County Utilities Department Announces Update to Wellhead Protection Area Ordinance(Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Utilities Department (HCUD) is updating the County’s Wellhead Protection Area (WHPA) ordinance, an important tool used to protect the quality of drinking water for residents and businesses. A Wellhead Protection Area (WHPA) is the land area surrounding a public water supply well where groundwater can travel toward the well. Activities within these areas are monitored and
You're invited to Florida Small Business Day at the Capitol
About the Event The Florida SBDC Network will host a special Florida Small Business Day at the Capitol event on January 21, 2026 in Tallahassee. You are invited to attend a special showcase event featuring network small business clients, stakeholders, and community partners. This event will serve as a platform to showcase the valuable resources available to support small businesses in Florida and to provide an opportunity for business owners to
Anderson Snow Splash Park Fall Hours and Operations
Anderson Snow Splash Park Fall Hours and Operations(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Parks and Recreation announces upcoming adjustments to the hours of operation for the Anderson Snow Splash Park (1360 Anderson Snow Rd, Spring Hill, FL 34609) as the facility transitions to its fall schedule.Beginning Tuesday, November 4, the Anderson Snow Splash Park will be closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The splash park will remain open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to sunset.
Powell Road Resurfacing Project to Begin November 3, 2025
Powell Road Resurfacing Project to Begin November 3, 2025(Brooksville, FL) – Department of Public Works announces that roadway improvement work will soon begin on Powell Road, from California Street to the SR 589 Bridge. The upcoming project will include the addition of a 4-foot paved shoulder on both sides of the roadway, as well as milling and resurfacing of the existing pavement. Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, November 3, 2025, and completion is anticipated at the end of June 2026, weather
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
