The Pros and Cons of Homeschooling in Hernando County and Beyond
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Florida's homeschool funding draws families in Hernando and nearby counties, but experts warn of real challenges in time management, academics,…
Inverness Moose Lodge Donates 24 Stuffed Animals to Local First Responders
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Inverness Moose Riders 2112 donated 24 Tommy Moose stuffed animals to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office and Inverness Fire Department…
Summer R.I.S.E. Program Gives Citrus County Seniors a Head Start on Life After High School
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Citrus County's Summer R.I.S.E. program prepares high school seniors for life after graduation with skills in finance, careers, and independence.
Slice of the Hillz Hosts 1st Annual Back-to-School Bash, Distributes 200 Backpacks to Zephyrhills Students
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Slice of the Hillz in Zephyrhills hosted its 1st Annual Back-to-School Bash Monday, giving away 200 filled backpacks to local…
Zephyrhills Roofer Warns Homeowners: Florida Summer Rains Can Turn Small Leaks Into Costly Repairs
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Ryman Roofing urges Pasco County homeowners to check for roof damage before summer storms worsen small leaks into costly repairs.
Letters to Editor: Climate Change, Crystal River Boat Ramp
Jul 28, 2026 • 3:25 PM
Letters to editor discuss climate change and Crystal River boat ramp
Faith and Hope in Hard Times
Jul 28, 2026 • 2:25 PM
Faith and hope in hard times, local residents reminded
Local Woman Spreads Joy with ‘Dose of Dog’ on Walks
Jul 28, 2026 • 1:25 PM
Local woman spreads joy on walks with secret whistle and praise for dogs
Featured Advertiser Spotlight
Jul 28, 2026 • 12:25 PM
Zephyrhills Free Press highlights a local business.
Pasco man set for execution, could become Florida’s oldest executed
Jul 28, 2026 • 7:55 AM
Pasco County man, 82, set for execution, could become Florida's oldest executed
Local Candidates Meet the Public, Share Plans
Jul 27, 2026 • 11:55 PM
Local candidates in Citrus County are hosting meet-and-greets and conversations with voters in the coming weeks, including Holly Herndon and…
Thomas J. Johnson of Hernando, FL, Passes Away
Jul 27, 2026 • 11:25 PM
Thomas J. Johnson, 83, of Hernando, FL, died July 21, 2026, after a brief illness.
Inverness Resident Roger Sonny Matthews Passes Away at 93
Jul 27, 2026 • 11:25 PM
Inverness resident Roger Sonny Matthews dies at 93
Hernando/Citrus County Farm Bureau Wins Awards at FUSION Conference in Orlando
Jul 27, 2026 • 12:25 PM
Hernando/Citrus County Farm Bureau won Activity Awards at the FUSION Conference July 10-12 in Orlando, where nearly 400 attended.
100 Men Who Care Awards $3,000 Grant to The Senior Project of Hernando County
Jul 27, 2026 • 12:25 PM
The Senior Project of Hernando County received a $3,000 grant from 100 Men Who Care Nature Coast on July 13,…
Crystal River’s Kings Bay Riverwalk Nears Completion, But Boat Ramp Question Clouds Final Phase
Jul 27, 2026 • 12:25 PM
Crystal River's Kings Bay Riverwalk construction is on track for January completion, but the final phase awaits an Aug. 7…
Citrus County Leaders Transition Roles at CareerSource Workforce Board
Jul 27, 2026 • 12:25 PM
Citrus County leaders recently transitioned roles at CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion, ensuring continued workforce services for Crystal River and surrounding…