Homosassa River Cleanup Nears Completion After Years of Restoration Work
The Homosassa River Restoration Project is nearly complete, with invasive lyngbya algae almost gone and the river’s sandy bottom visible again.
Crystal River
Local news from Crystal River, Florida — home of Three Sisters Springs and the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.
Crystal River 4-H Members Head to Regional Horse Competition After State Wins
Four Crystal River 4-H riders advance to regional horse competition in Georgia after top finishes at the Florida State Horse Show in Tampa.
Summer R.I.S.E. Program Gives Citrus County Seniors a Head Start on Life After High School
Citrus County’s Summer R.I.S.E. program prepares high school seniors for life after graduation with skills in finance, careers, and independence.
Crystal River’s Kings Bay Riverwalk Nears Completion, But Boat Ramp Question Clouds Final Phase
Crystal River’s Kings Bay Riverwalk construction is on track for January completion, but the final phase awaits an Aug. 7 workshop on preserving a public boat ramp.
Alleged Arson Destroys 3 Trucks at Crystal River Construction Site
An alleged arson destroyed three trucks at a Crystal River construction site, prompting a criminal investigation by local authorities in Citrus County.
New Faces in Charge Again: Crystal River Leadership Changes
New leadership takes charge in Crystal River, Citrus County, Florida.
Crystal River Resident Praises City Council for Shifting Focus to City Hall Repairs Over Tourism
Crystal River resident Scott Davis praised the city council July 24 for choosing to repair City Hall rather than replace it after nearly two years of delays.
Federal Rule Change Sparks Concern for Manatee Habitat Protections in Crystal River
Federal rule change sparks concern for manatee habitat protections in Crystal River, Florida.
Crystal River River Walk Project Nears Completion, Boat Ramp Relocation Sought
Crystal River river walk project nears completion, but boat ramp relocation is needed to finish the project.
$31 million to reshape Crystal River’s wastewater future
Crystal River City Council approves $31.2 million wastewater project