By MEGAN HUSSEY
Called the largest Civil War reenactment in Florida, the 40th Annual Brooksville Raid Reenactment Festival is set to take place Jan. 18 and 19 at the Sand Hill Scout Reservation, 11210 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville.
By MEGAN HUSSEY
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The forgotten battle that started a war. This is how Bill Gruber, park manager of The Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, describes Dade's Battle of 1835; a pivotal battle in American history that will be reenacted Jan. 4 and 5 at the Dade Battlefield Historic State Park.
"What I hope people will take away from this reenactment is a real appreciation of Florida history and American history," said Gruber. "Many history buffs never have heard of this battle, let alone the general public."
By MEGAN HUSSEY
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Although generally associated with sparkly parties and endless streams of champagne, the New Year's Eve holiday also can be regarded as a time of family celebration. And this year in Hernando County, a jubilant trio of family friendly events aim to start off the new year with some good, clean fun--making many memories and starting some new traditions in the process.
Standing in the office of Marshall Pease, owner of MP Cycles Bike Garage off Cortez Boulevard, and holding a 12 pack of Natty Lite under my arm, it began to dawn on me just how crazy I was, and whether or not my plan might work.
Just off the bicycle trail that runs along the Suncoast ExpressWay there is the Wind Chime Tree. It is a live oak that has been decorated with a large number of wind chimes. The tree is located just south of the Anderson Snow Park. The tree has almost magical properties now that it is enhanced with wind chimes.
By Megan Hussey
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Publishers Weekly called it “One of the best Christmas books ever.” The book holds a five-star rating at Amazon.com. The movie featured Loretta Swit of MASH fame and a young Fairuza Balk, and still shows up on cable stations this time of year. And now, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is coming to Brooksville.
Hernando Audubon offers a beginner program for those interested in the adventures of birding.
As birding becomes more popular for those of all ages, the excitement of spotting birds is also a way to learn more about Florida’s wildlife.
“We never know what we are going to see,” Linda Vanderveen said. “Of course, the winter months are the best, especially nice during the migration time because we get some unusual birds, like the Indigo Bunting.”
Despite the damp chilly weather, an enthusiastic crowd turned out to sample beer, wine and other “potent potables” at the Greater Hernando Chamber’s fifth annual Untapped Craft Beer and Wine Festival. The event took place on Friday, Nov. 15 at the American Aviation property at the airport. People dressed in warm coats, boots and hats started filing in at 5:00 p.m.
This fun little food shack may be in the middle of nowhere, but the fact remains, it is completely a “must go” for any Hernando County eatery aficionado. Let me share with you the food joint that gives new meaning to the word “dive.”
The Riverside Restaurant is in Nobleton, about 20 minutes outside of Brooksville: 29250 Lake Lindsey Rd, Nobleton, FL 34661.
By JESSICA WILLIAMS
HERNANDO SUN
The Appalachian Road Show is excited to come back to Sertoma Youth Ranch again this year! They’re wrapping up their second album in their Nashville Studio but they had time to stop by and visit again!
Their Grammy-Nominated Fiddler, Jim VanCleve, graciously took the time to have an interview with us.
Here is his interview and unique story he shared with reporter, Jessica Williams.
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