Warming Center to Open Tuesday Night in Hernando County December 30, 2025
Warming Center to Open Tuesday Night in Hernando County (Brooksville, FL) – In response to forecasted low 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 be located at the Enrichment Center, located at 800 John Gary Grubbs Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34601, and will open Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 8:00PM through 8:00AMWednesday, December 31, 2025. The
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
Dept of Health Hernando Offices Close in Observance of Upcoming Holidays
Hernando County, Fla. — All Florida Department of Health offices in Hernando County (DOH-Hernando) will be closed on the following dates: Thursday, December 25, 2025Friday, December 26, 2025 Thursday, January 1, 2026 Friday, January 2, 2026 DOH-Hernando offices will be open during regular operating hours on the following dates: Monday, December 29, 2025Tuesday, December 30, 2025Wednesday, December 31, 2025 Regular office hours will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026. DOH-Hernando reminds
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
DOGE Committee December 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 One (1) member All applicants must be residents and registered voters in Hernando County. This is a voluntary and non-paid position. Applications are available in the County Attorney’s Office, 20 N. Main Street, Room
Various Committee Vacancies December 16, 2025
Get Ready to GLOW! The Tangerine Ball Drop Returns for NYE 2026!
&##127818;✨ Get Ready to GLOW! The Tangerine Ball Drop Returns for NYE 2026! ✨&##127818;BROOKSVILLE, FL – Prepare to send 2025 off with a bang and welcome 2026 in the most vibrant way possible! Brooksville Main Street and “Tangerine” Presenting Partner, Lowman Law Firm, is thrilled to announce the return of the Tangerine Ball Drop, promising an exhilarating New Year's Eve celebration on Wednesday, December 31st, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM at the iconic Water Tower in downtown Brooksville! This isn't just
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
Reagan Brady Joins Hernando County Government’s Public Information Team
Reagan Brady Joins Hernando County Government’s Public Information Team (Brooksville, FL) – Reagan Brady was hired as Public Information Coordinator for Hernando County Government on December 1, 2025, and will serve as the primary point-of-contact for inquiries from the media and residents. She can be reached via email at RBrady@HernandoCounty.us and phone number at 352-397-7372. Reagan holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus in marketing from Saint Leo University. She began
Giving Tuesday - Nursing Persistence Fund
She was one setback away from giving up.Right before her new clinical rotation was about to begin, her car broke down. The repair cost was $250 — an amount that might seem small to some, but for her, in that moment, it was impossible. Missing clinicals would have meant being dropped from the program. Everything she had worked for felt like it was slipping away.Still, the next morning, she showed up to class by catching a ride with a classmate. One of her instructors noticed something was off and gently
DOH-Hernando Encourages a Health 2025 Holiday Season
DOH-Hernando Encourages a Healthy 2025 Holiday Season Hernando County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Hernando County (DOH-Hernando) encourages residents and visitors to enjoy a healthy and safe holiday season by following the tips below. Food SafetyThaw meat in the refrigerator or in a sink filled with cold water before cooking. The water needs to be changed every 30 minutes. Do not thaw it on the counter, as foodborne bacteria can quickly grow. Keep raw foods separate from cooked foods
Hernando County Government Thanksgiving Office Closures 2025
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
Hernando County Government Phishing Email Alert November 2025
Hernando County Government Phishing Email Alert(Brooksville, FL) – It has been brought to the attention of Hernando County Government that a phishing email is going around appearing as if it were on behalf of the Hernando County Planning and Zoning Commission and claiming to be the Economic Development Director, Valerie Pianta. This email is not a legitimate Hernando County Government email. This particular email states “This email serves as official notice that the attached invoice represents the
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
Press Release - 2025 Special Election - State Senate District 11
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
