Richard Robert Budish Jr. Passes Away in Lecanto, FL
Jul 31, 2026 • 1:25 AM
Richard Robert Budish Jr., 87, of Inverness, FL, passed away July 9, 2026, in Lecanto, FL.
Vehicle Drives into Ditch During Spring Hill Flooding
Jul 30, 2026 • 6:25 PM
A vehicle drove into a retention ditch in Spring Hill during flooding caused by heavy rain on Thursday morning.
Brooksville Chamber Breakfast Tackles Business Law, Contract Pitfalls
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Attorney George Angeliadis advised Brooksville business leaders on LLCs, permits, and the dangers of signing contracts without reading them.
Homosassa River Cleanup Nears Completion After Years of Restoration Work
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
The Homosassa River Restoration Project is nearly complete, with invasive lyngbya algae almost gone and the river's sandy bottom visible…
Inverness Resident Calls Out Trump’s Wildfire Tariff Threat and Climate Rollbacks
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Inverness resident Nancy Kephart criticizes Trump's wildfire tariff threat against Canada, citing U.S. climate emissions and federal environmental rollbacks.
Hernando County Board to Consider Real Property Purchase or Sale Agreement July 28
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Hernando County commissioners will consider a real property purchase or sale agreement at their July 28, 2026 meeting at 9:00…
Crystal River 4-H Members Head to Regional Horse Competition After State Wins
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
Four Crystal River 4-H riders advance to regional horse competition in Georgia after top finishes at the Florida State Horse…
AI Chatbots Offer Convenience But Carry Real Security Risks for Local Residents
Jul 28, 2026 • 9:55 PM
AI chatbots used by banks and doctors offer convenience but can be tricked into revealing your personal data, experts warn…
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.