Florida Python Challenge 2026 Concludes in Everglades
The Florida Python Challenge 2026 has concluded after 10 days of hunting in the Everglades, with thousands of hunters participating and many reporting large python catches.
Hernando County
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.
Florida DOE to Require School Districts to Add AI Rules to Internet Safety Policies
Florida DOE plans to require school districts to add AI rules to internet safety policies, with a workshop scheduled for Aug. 5.
One Injured After Boat Collision Off Hernando Beach Coast
Two boats collided off Hernando Beach on Saturday at 11:30 a.m., injuring one person who declined hospital transport after being treated by HCFR Marine 6.
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.
Traffic Stops Yield Drug Busts in Hernando County
Hernando County Sheriff’s Office deputies make two separate drug busts after traffic stops, seizing marijuana and cocaine.
Lane Closures and Detours on Deltona Boulevard Beginning July 22, 2026
Lane closures and detours on Deltona Boulevard start July 22, 2026, for roadwork.
The Ernie Chatman Legacy Lives On in Hernando County
Ernie Chatman’s legacy lives on in Hernando County through various tributes and the lasting impact he had on local sports and education.
Opinion: Where Is Hernando County Administrator Nick Shirley as Federal Fraud Crackdown Demands Local Accountability?
A federal fraud crackdown exposing $14 billion in waste is prompting calls for Hernando County Administrator Nick Shirley to address local fiscal accountability.
Neighbor Helps Deputy Subdue Suspect in Brutal Hernando County Domestic Violence Attack
Jamie Lee Allison Jr., 36, faces five felony charges after battering his wife and attacking a deputy at 33128 Patrice Road in Hernando County.