Erik Waxler

HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. — A proposal to sell a large portion of the Sand Hill Scout Reservation is renewing a debate over the future of the Hernando County property and whether hundreds of acres could eventually be developed.

Citrus County has added nearly 18,000 residents since 2020, but people in Crystal River say they want to make sure growth doesn’t erase what makes their community special.

Residents who own their homes but rent the land underneath them say increases are making what was once an affordable housing option increasingly difficult to afford.

For people who have moved to Pasco County in recent years, Starkey may simply be the name of a road, a neighborhood, or a park.

Metropolitan Ministries has helped more than 100 families through its residential program, including a mother who escaped an abusive marriage and experienced homelessness

CRYSTAL RIVER, Fla. — A proposal to build nearly 1,500 homes on county-owned land near Crystal River is drawing strong opposition from residents concerned about rapid growth and potential environmental impacts.

Three Pasco County elementary schools could soon see major changes, including one that could close under a proposal from Superintendent John Legg.

The department's LIFT Unit visits hidden campsites throughout the city, builds relationships with people experiencing homelessness, and connects them with services to improve their lives.

Supporters say the tax helps retain teachers and other school employees, while critics question why the district can't fund salaries within its existing budget.

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