Fort Island Gulf Beach Closed to Swimmers in Crystal River
Fort Island Gulf Beach in Crystal River closed to swimmers on March 11 and 12.
Crystal River
Local news from Crystal River, Florida — home of Three Sisters Springs and the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.
State Revokes Scholarship Funding for Crystal River Private School After Founder’s Conviction Review
Florida Department of Education revokes scholarship funding for Crystal River private school after reviewing founder’s criminal conviction background.
Pooches on parade: Annual St. Patrick’s Day Dog Parade in Crystal River, March 17
Crystal River hosts its annual St. Patrick’s Day Dog Parade on March 17, celebrating the holiday and furry friends.
Charles ‘Doug’ Smith Obituary
Charles ‘Doug’ Smith, 93, of Crystal River, dies at Life & Love Assisted Living
Crystal River City Council to weigh stage purchase funded by donations
Crystal River City Council to consider $135,805 stage purchase funded by donations at Monday’s meeting.
Crystal River Grapples with Overcrowding as Manatees Congregate
Crystal River, Florida, is grappling with overcrowding as manatees congregate in the warm springs of Kings Bay, prompting concerns about the impact on the environment and local residents.
Obituary: Michael Alan Winship Sr. of Crystal River
Michael Alan Winship Sr., 81, of Crystal River, Florida, died on February 25, 2026.
Crystal River Middle School Teacher Scott Chmura Named Outstanding Educator
Crystal River Middle School teacher Scott Chmura named 2026 Outstanding Teacher of American History by Fort Cooper Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.
Crystal River Resident Ken Petersen Passes Away
Crystal River resident Ken Petersen, 74, dies after brief illness on February 23, 2026.
Obituary: Robert Eugene Granger of Crystal River
Robert Eugene Granger, 88, of Crystal River, died February 18, 2026.