Pat Raia, [email protected]
The operator of a kennel in Brooksville is facing aggravated animal cruelty charges after law enforcement authorities seized eight sick puppies and discovered the remains of another 11 young dogs in garbage cans at the Golden Kennel on Weatherly Road.
Pat Raia, [email protected]
Some teachers, law enforcement officers and fighters may now qualify to receive COVID-19 vaccinations under an executive order issued by Gov. Ron DeSantis earlier this month.
County commissioners voted unanimously to accept a state grant to make access improvements at Peck Sink Trail and construct an overlook platform. The grant application was originally approved in 2019. The project is expected to cost the county $41,240 of the estimated $206,200 total. The $164,960 grant is offered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Recreational Trail Program. The county’s match will come from District 2 parks impact fees.
The Glen Lakes community through Glen Lakes Veterans and Friends, Inc. (GLVF) awarded grants to numerous local veteran organizations recently and presented checks to representatives of these organizations. The following veterans’ groups were recipients:
VFW Post 10209 - $5,500
At the February 23, 2021 Board Of County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting, an ordinance to form the Waterways Advisory Committee was unanimously approved. This new advisory board will be composed of members of the current Port Authority and will largely act in the same capacity. The BOCC will act as the Hernando County Port Authority, announcing during regular meetings when they are voting as that entity.
Homeowners in Florida could see change in the way their insurers cover roof replacement under a proposed measure winding its way through the State's Senate.
The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Hernando County Government will provide a grant program to further enhance the recovery of small businesses adversely impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Phase 3 of the small business grant program will provide grants of $3,500 to brick-and-mortar small businesses and nonprofits to stimulate the local economy.
It gives me great pleasure to acknowledge a group of ladies who are working hard at recognizing the heroism of those who served and are still serving our country and community. These ladies put their creativity to work as they create an incredible tapestry of vivid colors and warmth. This group is known as The Quilters of the Nature Coast.
