Man’s Identity Withheld as Investigators Work to Notify Family After Deputy-Involved Shooting
Citrus County investigators are withholding the identity of a man in a deputy-involved shooting while they work to notify his family.
Citrus County
Local news from Citrus County, Florida covering Inverness, Crystal River, and surrounding areas.
What About the Chassahowitzka River?
A longtime Chassahowitzka River angler asks why the river was left out of a major state springs funding package benefiting Homosassa and Crystal rivers.
The Evolution of a Festival: Cootertober Explained
Former Inverness officials explain how the Cooter Festival began in 2004 after hurricanes and grew into the beloved Cootertober celebration.
Divorce Support Group Offers Help for Citrus County Residents
A divorce support group in Inverness offers free help for residents coping with hurt, anger, grief, depression and anxiety after separation.
Retired Nurses to Gather Nov. 16 in Ocala
The Citrus/Marion Retired Nurses will meet at 11 a.m. Nov. 16 at 4414 SW College Road in Ocala. Lunch will not be served at the gathering.
Chalk Talk: Scholarships Available for Future Teachers in Citrus County
Delta Kappa Gamma offers education scholarships and grants to local women pursuing college courses toward teacher certification in Citrus County.
Events in Citrus County This Weekend: Nov 13-Nov 15, 2026
17 events happening in Citrus County this weekend from Nov 13 to Nov 15, including festivals, markets, live music and more.
Citrus County Deputies Shoot, Kill Suspect Holding Victim at Knifepoint in Crystal River
Citrus County deputies shot and killed a suspect holding a victim at knifepoint in Crystal River on Saturday, with a second suspect taken into custody.
Doris Hanft Flynn Obituary
Doris Hanft Flynn, 91, of Homosassa, Florida, passed away on November 4, 2026.
Inverness Resident Ingebord M. Thaw Passes Away
Ingebord M. Thaw, born in Frankfurt, Germany, dies in Inverness at age not specified.
Inmate Found Unresponsive at Citrus County Jail, Dies at Hospital
Inmate found unresponsive at Citrus County Jail, dies at hospital; Sheriff’s Office investigating
Inmate Death at Citrus County Jail Under Investigation
Inmate found unresponsive at Citrus County Jail, later dies at hospital; sheriff’s office investigating