Gov. DeSantis appoints John Mitten to Hernando County Commission District 2 seat. Mitten will be sworn in Aug. 4, 2026, restoring the full five-member board.
Hernando County commissioners voted 3-1 on July 28 to reject a short-term rental ordinance, citing state law limits and small government principles.
Hernando County Commission District 4 candidate Marvin Baynham warns voters to question outside-funded attack ads and focus on local issues.
In 1845, Benton County, now Hernando County, cast 83 votes in Florida’s first statewide election, giving Governor William D. Moseley 95% support.
Hernando County commissioners voted 3-1 to reject a cash acceptance ordinance for the fourth time, with opponents citing concerns over regulating private business.
Hernando County commissioners will consider a real property purchase or sale agreement at their July 28, 2026 meeting at 9:00 a.m.
Hernando County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meets Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The public is welcome to attend.
Florida and the Army Corps of Engineers finalized a deal Tuesday to speed up Everglades restoration, targeting a 2029 reservoir completion.
Hernando County School Board members face challenges in Districts 1 and 3. Incumbents Shannon Rodriguez and Mark Johnson are running for re-election against Luciano Vignali and Dana Lynne Pearce, respectively.
Lane closures and detours on Deltona Boulevard start July 22, 2026, for roadwork.