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Crystal River Resident Shirley Exley Dies at 96 After Short Illness
Shirley Exley, 96, a longtime Crystal River resident originally from Rhode Island, died peacefully March 30th, 2026, after a short illness.
Crystal River High School Wins District Championship as School Board Votes to Deactivate Police Force
Crystal River High School wins district championship as Citrus County School Board votes unanimously to deactivate district police force.
Citrus County School Board Votes to Deactivate Police Force
Citrus County School Board votes to deactivate school police force, reallocating resources for alternative safety measures.
Hernando County Issues Burn Ban Starting April 14, 2026
Hernando County issues burn ban starting April 14, 2026, due to dry conditions and high fire danger.
Local Seniors Eligible for Nutritious Meals Program
Citrus County seniors can receive nutritious meals through the Elderly Nutrition Program, a service funded by the Florida Department of Elderly Affairs.
Citrus County Cancels Betz Farm Contract
Citrus County cancels contract with Betz Farm in Crystal River, effective immediately, due to ongoing issues with management and operation.
Citrus County Planners to Review Asphalt Plant Proposal After Betz Farm Contract Cancellation
Citrus County planners to review asphalt plant proposal after canceling Betz Farm contract.
Jay Goldstein Leads Key Training Center Drama Club in Pursuit of “Better”
Jay Goldstein leads Key Training Center drama club in Inverness, FL, striving for improvement.
Wayne Ray Beck Obituary
Wayne Ray Beck, 94, of Inverness, Florida, passed away on April 9, 2026.
Food Programs Offer Assistance in Citrus County
Food programs in Citrus County offer assistance to those in need, including veterans and DHS employees affected by the shutdown.
Wesley Chapel Captures SAC Track Championship
Wesley Chapel boys' track team wins Sunshine Athletic Conference East championship behind Noah Pineo, Tyler Anderson, and Tyler Johnson.
Citrus Drivers Face Higher Gas Prices
Citrus County drivers face rising gas prices, with averages reaching $3.25 per gallon and expected to climb higher.