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Citrus County, Florida, Restaurants With The Most Violations in October 2026

State records showed that the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation conducted restaurant inspections at 49 Citrus County eateries in the last 30 days, and the results give local diners plenty to chew on. Thirty-nine restaurants passed on their first visit, while 10 failed to meet standards initially. Some of those spots needed follow-up inspections before they could keep serving food.

Citrus County, FL · 1d
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Along The Withlacoochee, Stumpknockers Has Been Frying Catfish The Same Way Since The 1960s

Some Florida restaurants chase trends. Others stay put beside a river and let the trends drive right past them on the highway. In Dunnellon, a small town known for clear springs and slow water, there is a riverside spot where the catfish plate has been a steady habit for generations of local families. People drive an hour or more to get there, and some come back the very next day for dessert.

Dunnellon, FL · 2d
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Gary Smith

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Mickey's Bar And Billiards in Citrus County, Florida, Was Temporarily Closed With Roach Violation

Florida state inspectors temporarily closed Mickey's Bar And Billiards in Citrus County after finding 8 violations during a routine food inspection on October 29, 2026 — including 1 high-priority violation, 2 intermediate violations, and 5 basic violations. The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered operations at 770 NE 5 St in Crystal River to stop until the problems were corrected. It took three follow-up inspections to rectify the initial violations.

Citrus County, FL · 2d
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New septic funding could help 385 Citrus County households

CITRUS COUNTY, Fla. — Citrus County is receiving an additional $3 million from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to expand a septic upgrade incentive program aimed at reducing nitrogen levels in local waterways. The funding will help another 385 households upgrade existing septic systems to enhanced nitrogen-reducing systems....

Citrus County, FL · 3d
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Mayor welcomes ‘Dog the Bounty Hunter,’ wife as new residents of Ocala

“We’re fortunate that Dog has chosen to make Ocala his new home, and I’m excited to see his enthusiasm for getting involved and making a positive impact in our community. During our visit, I had the opportunity to share some of my priorities for Ocala, and we discussed...

Ocala, FL · 2d

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Thoroughbred racetrack developer announces it has found a location in Marion County

MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – Gilligan Racing, LLC and the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association announced last week that they have secured a new location for a new Thoroughbred racing facility in Marion County. Of course, they’re not saying exactly where just yet. In a...

Marion County, FL · 9d

Gary Smith

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A Loving Goldendoodle, Chesnee, Needs a Home Due to Behavior Issues

A 6-year-old Goldendoodle named Chesnee in Florida is up for adoption with no adoption fee — and his family wants to be upfront about exactly who he is. His adoption details note, "his outdoor behavior has become increasingly difficult for our family to manage, though these issues are manageable.

Belleview, FL · 9d

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ROACHES, RODENTS & MORE: Six Central Florida eateries shut down over health problems

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last week, six more Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records. These records show the reported eateries experienced violations like rodent droppings, roaches, and storage issues, among others. Nearly all of...

Orlando, FL · 2d

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Tampa General Hospital Plans New Rehabilitation Hospital in Spring Hill

Tampa General Hospital is expanding its presence in Hernando County with plans for a new inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Spring Hill, adding capacity for patients recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries and other complex medical conditions. Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint...

Spring Hill, FL · 1d

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Sante Fe, Dunnellon Set for Rematch in Class 3A Football

Santa Fe and Dunnellon are headed for a rematch. The FHSAA released its bracket for the Class 3A-Region 2 football playoffs last Friday and Santa Fe secured the No. 4 seed in the eight-team bracket, while the Dunnellon Tigers claimed the No. 5 spot. Despite the head-to-head result and better...

Dunnellon, FL · 3d

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From Brooksville to a Navy warship: Sailor serves aboard USS Mahan

NORFOLK, Va.- Petty Officer 1st Class Nicholas Kroner, a native of Brooksville, Florida, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to USS Mahan, a Navy destroyer operating out of Naval Station Norfolk. Kroner graduated from Central High School in 2011. “I come from a long line of family who served in the...

Brooksville, FL · 1d

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Winning $27,595 lottery ticket sold in Dunnellon remains unclaimed after two weeks

A winning Florida Lottery ticket worth more than $27,500 that was sold at a Dunnellon gas station more than two weeks ago remains unclaimed. According to Florida Lottery records, the winning Fantasy 5 ticket was issued at Williams Mobil, located at 11946 N Williams Street in Dunnellon, for the Wednesday, Oct. 28 evening drawing.

Dunnellon, FL · 16h

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Inside A Historic House In Brooksville, Florida, A Café Serves Chicken Salad On Raisin Bread

Somebody’s grandmother cooked so well that a lunch spot in Florida still carries her name decades later. She was born in Lee County, Virginia, and built her kitchen reputation in Annapolis, Maryland. Her granddaughter-in-law took that legacy and turned it into a cafe filled with soups, sandwiches, and towering...

Brooksville, FL · 3d

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1993 Isuzu pickup truck & 2022 Mustang 'Freedom'

Jason in Apollo Beach wanted to show off his 1993 Izuzu pickup truck. Cindy in Brooksville wanted to share with us her 2022 Ford Mustang that she named "Freedom."

Apollo Beach, FL · 1d

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City Council Prioritizes North Avenue Sidewalk

The City of Brooksville firmly believes in the need to build a sidewalk on North Avenue. The city council discussed how to finance the next step at its most recent meeting. On Monday, Nov. 2, the council was presented with the findings from a survey conducted on the feasibility of the project, a sidewalk between Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Howell Avenue leading into the entrance to Hernando High School.

Brooksville, FL · 12h

hernandosun.com

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2026 Withlacoochee SAR Military Ball: Celebrating Veterans and America 250

The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Withlacoochee Chapter hosted a military ball on Saturday, Nov. 7, at the VFW on Edward Noll Drive in Spring Hill, bringing together attendees dressed in Revolutionary-era gowns and military uniforms to honor the nation’s veterans and celebrate its military history. Attendees included...

Spring Hill, FL · 18h

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Swimming With Manatees Is Actually Allowed at These 7 Florida Springs and Rivers

One small corner of Florida’s Gulf Coast is the only place in North America where you can legally get in the water with wild manatees. I had to read that twice. Most of us grew up thinking these gentle giants were strictly a look-from-the-dock kind of animal. The secret...

Florida · 6d