Hernando-Citrus MPO Schedules Two Public Meetings for November 19, 2026
The Hernando-Citrus MPO will hold TAC and CAC/BPAC public meetings on November 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Residents may attend and comment.
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Advocates Say Relationships and Money Problems Drive Hernando Homelessness
Hernando advocates say broken relationships and lost income drive most local homelessness, not drugs or mental illness, with 403 people sleeping on streets.
Hernando County Corrects Public Hearing Date for Community Appearance Ordinance
Hernando County corrects its public hearing notice. The Community Appearance Ordinance hearing is now set for November 10, 2026, residents should note the date.
Gov. DeSantis Appoints John Mitten to Hernando County Commission District 2 Seat
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 Reject Short-Term Rental Ordinance 3-1
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 Candidate Marvin Baynham Warns Voters About Last-Minute Smear Campaigns
Hernando County Commission District 4 candidate Marvin Baynham warns voters to question outside-funded attack ads and focus on local issues.
Hernando County Cast Ballots in Florida’s First Statewide Election in 1845
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 Commission Rejects Cash Acceptance Ordinance for Fourth Time
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 Board to Consider Real Property Purchase or Sale Agreement July 28
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 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee to Meet August 13
Hernando County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meets Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The public is welcome to attend.
Florida Takes Control of Everglades Restoration Projects, Aiming for 2029 Completion
Florida and the Army Corps of Engineers finalized a deal Tuesday to speed up Everglades restoration, targeting a 2029 reservoir completion.
Hernando School Board Members Face Challenges in Districts 1 and 3
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.