DEP Highlights Student Art in Celebration of Earth Month 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 1, 2026CONTACT: DEP Press Office, 850-245-2112, DEPNews@FloridaDEP.govDEP Highlights Student Art in Celebration of Earth Month 2026 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In celebration of Earth Month, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) hosted a statewide poster contest for students in grades 4-12, inviting them to showcase their creativity and explore Florida’s environment through art. This year’s theme, “See the Seafloor: Discover Florida Beneath the
Florida SBDC Network Celebrates National Small Business Week May 2026
Florida SBDC Network Celebrates National Small Business Week 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 that ten small business clients and nominees have won awards for their outstanding performance, advocacy, and economic contributions from the U.S. Small Business
National Small Business Week May 3, 2026
The National Small Business Week Virtual Summit is in two weeks! The two-day event is happening Tuesday, May 5 and Wednesday, May 6. This year’s event is open to established and aspiring business owners and will include educational presentations by industry experts, exhibit booths, free business resources, and business advice from America's SBDCs. The event is free, but registration is required. Presentation topics
Hernando County's Salute to America 250
Hernando County Announces Historic "Salute to America 250" Celebration for July 4th Hernando County, in a landmark partnership with Florida’s Adventure Coast Visitors Bureau, Scouting America Greater Tampa Bay Area Council, the City of Brooksville, and several key community organizations, is proud to announce the “Hernando County’s Salute to America 250.” This once-in-a-generation event will take place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the historic Sand Hill Scout Reservation
Hernando County Transit Services (TheBus) Will Launch Two New Bus Routes On May 4, 2026
Hernando County Transit Services (TheBus) Will Launch Two New Bus Routes On May 4, 2026(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County’s transit system, TheBus, is expanding service with the introduction of two new bus routes, Route 10 and Route 11, beginning May 4, 2026. These new routes are designed to increase access to key destinations and better serve residents throughout the region.Route 10:Route 10 will operate as a loop connecting the Walmart on SR 50 and the Publix on County Line Road. This route provides
Brooksville Matters
Brooksville Matters Celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week with Florida’s Adventure Coast BROOKSVILLE, FL — Brooksville Main Street and the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce are excited to announce the May edition of Brooksville Matters, taking place on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at The Bistro, 10 S. Main Street. In honor of National Travel & Tourism Week, this month’s session features guest speaker Tammy Heon, Manager of Tourism Development for the Florida’s
Florida SBDC Network Announces 2026 Summit Keynote Speakers
Florida SBDC Network Announces Keynote Speakersfor 2026 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 proud to announce the keynote speakers for the fifth annual Small Business Success Summit. The event will be held August 17-18, 2026, at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor. The 2026 Summit will bring together
Get Ready to Rock! JAM JONES is coming to Friday Night Live!
Jam Jones Set to Headline Friday Night Live on May 8thBROOKSVILLE, FL — As the spring air warms up, Brooksville Main Street is keeping the rhythm going! We are thrilled to invite the community to another unforgettable installment of Friday Night Live on May 8th, 2026, featuring the incredibly talented and soulful sounds of Jam Jones.Get ready for an evening of groove-heavy hits and infectious energy at Hernando Park. Known for their versatile style and ability to get a crowd on their feet, Jam Jones is the
Hernando County’s Procurement Department to Host Annual Meet and Greet
Hernando County’s Procurement Department to Host Annual Meet and Greet(Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Procurement Department will host its annual Meet and Greet event on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.The event will take place at WellCome OM Integral Healing and Education Center, located at 4242 Lake in the Woods Drive, Spring Hill, FL 34607.The Procurement Meet and Greet offers a valuable opportunity for business owners and community members to learn about doing business with
Hernando County Government Updates Shed Requirements Through Ordinance 26-38
Hernando County Government Updates Shed Requirements Through Ordinance 26-38(Brooksville, FL) – At a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved an update to Ordinance 26-38, updating requirements related to residential sheds and accessory structures.Changes Under the 2026 Update:Sheds with impervious roof coverings of 120 square feet or less no longer require a zoning permit, provided all other County regulations are met.The
Join Us for the Inaugural Tourism Partner Exchange, May 6th!
View as Webpage Dear Partners, You asked, and we listened. In celebration of National Travel & Tourism Week, we are excited to invite you to the inaugural Tourism Partners Exchange, Florida’s Adventure Coast Visitors Bureau’s first quarterly networking event. Join us on Wednesday, May 6, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Broad Street Brewing for an afternoon of connection, collaboration, and inspiration with fellow tourism partners from across the destination. During the event, you will have the
Hernando County Development Services Updated Operations 4/17/26
Hernando County Development Services Updated Operations
Hernando County Issues 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 April 14th, 2026, for all unincorporated areas of Hernando County and the City of Brooksville. Hernando County Fire Rescue has recognized a spike in the number of brush fires. The current Keetch-Byram Drought Index for Hernando County on April 13th, 2026, is 509 and rising
Florida SBDC at UCF Named National SBDC of the Year by SBA
Florida SBDC at UCF Named National SBDC of the Year by SBA UCF Center Earns SBA's Highest SBDC Honor from Nearly 1,000 Centers Nationwide Florida SBDC Network State Office (Pensacola, Fla.) –The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s premier provider of small business assistance and expertise, proudly announces that the Florida SBDC at the University of Central Florida (UCF) has been selected as the recipient of the National Small
Hernando County Procurement Meet & Greet
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital Offers Free Educational Stroke Prevention Talk to Community on May 19
Learn About Stroke Prevention at a Free Community Talk on Tuesday, May 19BROOKSVILLE, FL (4/7/2026) -- HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital invites the community to “Stroke Prevention: What you need to know,” an interactive educational session to learn about stroke prevention and signs of a stroke.The session, presented by board-certified emergency medicine physician Christopher Komurek, DO, will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Dr. Komurek will answer questions from the audience following
DOH-Hernando Lifts Water Quality Health Advisory Alfred McKethan Pine Island Park
DOH-Hernando Lifts Water Quality Health AdvisoryAlfred McKethan Pine Island Park located at 10800 Pine Island Drive (off County Road 495 west of Weeki Wachee) tests below unsafe levelHernando County, Fla. —The Florida Department of Health in Hernando County (DOH-Hernando) is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels the following location:Alfred McKethan Pine Island10800 Pine Island DriveSpring Hill, FL 34607 Tests completed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, indicate that the water quality at Alfred
DOH-Hernando Temporary Office Closure April 13, 2026
DOH-Hernando Temporary Office Closure for Facility Improvements Hernando County, Fla. —The Brooksville office of the Florida Department of Health in Hernando County, located at 300 S Main Str., will be temporarily closed from April 13 – May 10, 2026. While the Brooksville location is closed, all services will remain available at our Spring Hill location, located at 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34606 DOH-Hernando looks forward to welcoming the community back to the improved facility once
A Portion of Wheystone Drive Will Temporarily Close April 13–15, 2026
A Portion of Wheystone Drive Will Temporarily Close April 13–15, 2026(Brooksville, FL) – The Hernando County Department of Public Works will temporarily close Wheystone Drive, between Manuel Street and Chipstone Street, from Monday, April 13, through Wednesday, April 15, 2026.The road will be closed to allow the department to replace a stormwater pipe under Wheystone Drive, ensuring the continued function of the County’s stormwater system and reducing flood risk.Detour Information:Northbound traffic will be
Various Committee Vacancies April 3, 2026
The Ultimate Summit Experience Awaits in Charlotte Harbor!
Get ready for the fifth annual Small Business Success Summit, held August 17-18 at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor! This dynamic, two-day event offers the ultimate professional development experience for small business owners bringing together the Florida SBDC Network's experienced business consultants and partners from across the state. Attendees will walk away with practical strategies, valuable connections, and resources to help take their business to the next
SBDC - Call for Presentations!
Share your expertise and become a speaker at one of our upcoming events! The Florida SBDC Network hosts two major events each year in conjunction with one another - the Small Business Success Summit and the Florida SBDC Annual Professional Development Conference. In 2026, both events will take place at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor, August 17-19. To ensure attendees gain access to high-value insights, tools, and expertise, we invite external subject-matter experts, practitioners, and
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
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
