Lightning to Host Thanksgiving Food Drive for Feeding Tampa Bay
The Tampa Bay Lightning host an annual Thanksgiving Food Drive for Feeding Tampa Bay on Saturday, November 14, pregame on Ford Thunder Alley.
Community Events in Hernando County
Community Events stories from Hernando County, Hernando County. Short summaries with a link to the original reporting.
Orders Are Orders: A Marine’s Memory of the Dog Killing in Quang Nam
A Hernando Sun column recalls a Vietnam-era Marine patrol in Quang Nam province where soldiers were ordered to kill barking dogs and many refused.
The Ferguson Rifle: How a British Officer Passed Up a Shot at George Washington
A British officer with a Ferguson rifle could have shot George Washington in 1777 but chose not to, according to a Hernando Sun history column by Gene H. Printz.
Metropolitan Ministries Gets $65K Boost as Tampa Holiday Tent Opens, But Donation Drives Remain Down
Metropolitan Ministries receives $65,000 in surprise donations as its Tampa holiday tent opens, but food and volunteer needs remain high this season.
No Swim Advisory Issued for Rogers Park
Hernando County Government reports no swim advisory is in effect for Rogers Park, so swimming there is currently permitted.
Hernando Sun Column: A Hotel in Mexico Becomes a Tourist Attraction Through Its Ceramic Suns
A Hernando County couple describes how a Mexican hotel decorated with thousands of ceramic suns has grown into a popular tourist stop with a busy restaurant.
Events in Hernando County This Weekend: Nov 13-Nov 15, 2026
11 events happening in Hernando County this weekend from Nov 13 to Nov 15, including festivals, markets, live music and more.
Hernando County to Host Youth and Family Empowerment Expo for Local Residents
Hernando County Housing and Supportive Services and the School District are co-hosting a Youth and Family Empowerment Expo for local families.
Events in Hernando County This Weekend: Nov 6-Nov 8, 2026
9 events happening in Hernando County this weekend from Nov 6 to Nov 8, including festivals, markets, live music and more.
Events in Hernando County This Weekend: Oct 30-Nov 1, 2026
6 events happening in Hernando County this weekend from Oct 30 to Nov 1, including festivals, markets, live music and more.
Events in Hernando County This Weekend: Oct 23-Oct 25, 2026
9 events happening in Hernando County this weekend from Oct 23 to Oct 25, including festivals, markets, live music and more.
Events in Hernando County This Weekend: Oct 9-Oct 11, 2026
8 events happening in Hernando County this weekend from Oct 9 to Oct 11, including festivals, markets, live music and more.