Hernando County

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RV Fire Closes Southbound I-75 Lanes in Hernando County

Around town

A recreational vehicle fire shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 75 in Hernando County.

Hernando County Florida DeskNov 9, 2026

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Hernando Tax Proposal Would Fund Sheriff Infrastructure

Police, fire and courts

A reported tax proposal would direct money toward infrastructure projects for the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.

Hernando County Florida DeskOct 31, 2026

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Construction Set to Begin on Sunrise Hills in Brooksville

Housing and development

Construction is set to begin on the Sunrise Hills development at Sunrise Hills Boulevard and Moonlit Path Road in Brooksville.

Hernando County Florida DeskOct 14, 2026

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Convicted felon shot after opening fire in Spring Hill

Police, fire and courts

A convicted felon was shot during a deputy-involved incident in Spring Hill after opening fire, FOX 13 Tampa Bay reported.

Hernando County Florida DeskOct 6, 2026

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Suspect dies after deputy-involved shooting in Spring Hill

Police, fire and courts

A suspect died after a deputy-involved shooting in Spring Hill, the Hernando sheriff reported.

Hernando County Florida DeskOct 6, 2026

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Domestic battery suspect killed in exchange with deputies

Police, fire and courts

A domestic battery suspect was shot and killed during a gunfire exchange with Hernando County deputies, the sheriff said.

Hernando County Florida DeskOct 6, 2026

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Nighttime Lane Closures Set for Cortez Boulevard Intersection

Around town

Nighttime lane closures are planned at an intersection on Cortez Boulevard in Hernando County.

Hernando County Florida DeskOct 4, 2026

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Brevard board to consider another Palm Bay charter campus

Schools

The Brevard County School Board is set to consider a proposal involving another charter school campus in Palm Bay.

Hernando County Florida DeskOct 2, 2026

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Florida Scout Camp Rezoning Raises Land-Use Questions

Housing and development

A proposed change involving Florida scout camp land could affect how the property is used and reviewed for development.

Hernando County Florida DeskSep 24, 2026

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Overnight Lane Closures Set at Cortez Boulevard Intersection

Around town

Overnight lane closures are scheduled at a Cortez Boulevard intersection in Hernando County, creating a traffic alert for drivers.

Hernando County Florida DeskSep 21, 2026