Events in Hernando County This Weekend: Aug 21-Aug 23, 2026
5 events happening in Hernando County this weekend from Aug 21 to Aug 23, including festivals, markets, live music and more.
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Remembering Marjory Stoneman Douglas, Environmental Icon
Marjory Stoneman Douglas, environmental icon and journalist, remembered for her tireless advocacy and dedication to preserving the Everglades and promoting women’s rights.
Events in Hernando County This Weekend: Aug 14-Aug 16, 2026
2 events happening in Hernando County this weekend from Aug 14 to Aug 16, including festivals, markets, live music and more.
HCFR Brings Fire Truck, Back-to-School Fun to Spring Hill Trampoline Park
HCFR’s Community Risk Reduction team and Engine 5 hosted a back-to-school event Saturday at Altitude Trampoline Park in Spring Hill.
Events in Hernando County This Weekend: Aug 7-Aug 9, 2026
3 events happening in Hernando County this weekend from Aug 7 to Aug 9, including festivals, markets, live music and more.
Drone Crashes and Ignites at Cemex Property in Brooksville
A drone crashed and ignited during private testing on Cemex property along Citrus Way in Brooksville on July 30, with no injuries reported.
Hernando County Homeowner Stops Suspected Burglars Caught on Camera
A Hernando County homeowner confronted two suspects caught on camera near parked vehicles, causing them to flee and leave behind two backpacks with cash.
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 Firefighters Union Launches Attack Texts Against School Board Candidate Kara Champion
A Hernando County firefighters’ union political committee sent mass attack texts Friday targeting school board candidate Kara Champion, despite having no formal role in school governance.
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.