Good morning, Crystal River, and happy Sunday! It's a mostly sunny one with a high of 80, a low of 66 and a breeze up to about 19 mph. Today is National Greasy Foods Day, so here's your question: are you treating yourself to a seafood plate from Brooks Dockside Seafood, on today's food truck list in Inglis from 11 AM to 8 PM?

In the news, a county records manager mistakenly attached a spreadsheet of employee personal information to a public records response, and the fallout could cost taxpayers up to $25,000. County Commission Chair Diana Finegan wants tougher development rules and plans to raise it at Monday's 1 p.m. meeting in Inverness. The Betz Farm developer is questioning why the hearing stopped, and weekly pay in Citrus County runs $536 below the state average. On the field, the Pirates kept the trophy with a 30-17 win over Citrus.

Looking ahead, Fishing and Fellowship starts at 8 AM today at Fort Island Trail Park, and Jorge Valentine plays Crystal Harley-Davidson from noon to 3. Unlimited Shaved Ice Cafe is at Howard's Flea Market until 3. Monday brings a Halloween costume parade at Lakes Region Library and the Graveyard Glow up at Bowlero at 6 PM. No restaurant specials are listed, so reply and tell us your favorite spot. Here's to a glow-in-the-dark good week!

County Data Breach Could Cost Taxpayers $25,000
Citrus County Chronicle
A county records manager mistakenly attached a 74-page spreadsheet of employee personal information to a public records response, and the fallout could cost taxpayers up to $25,000, the county's insurance deductible, according to the Citrus County Chronicle. About 1,300 employees in the county health plan, plus covered family members, are affected. Commissioners will consider approving credit monitoring and legal help.
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Finegan Seeks Tougher Development Rules
Citrus County Chronicle
County Commission Chair Diana Finegan wants staff to study tougher development rules to protect homeowners next to new neighborhoods, including stronger landscaping and buffers and clearer grading and retaining wall standards, according to the Citrus County Chronicle. She plans to raise it at Monday's 1 p.m. commission meeting in Inverness. Her last day as commissioner is Nov. 16.
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Betz Farm Developer Breaks Silence on Halted Hearing
Citrus County Chronicle
Developer James Dicks of DIX Developments questions whether two county commissioners had a legal basis to step aside from the Betz Farm vote, according to the Citrus County Chronicle. When they did, the commission lost its quorum and the hearing simply stopped. No new hearing date has been set for the 348-acre property off North Turkey Oak Drive in Crystal River.
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Citrus Jobs Pay Well Below State Average
Citrus County Chronicle
Citrus County employers paid an average of $982 a week in the first quarter of 2026, compared with $1,518 statewide, a gap of $536, according to the Citrus County Chronicle. The county's unemployment rate was 6.3 percent in September, versus 4.2 percent for Florida. The full story has the numbers behind the pay gap.
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Free Community Education Event on Domestic Violence and Dementia, Nov. 7
Citrus County Chronicle
CASA of Citrus County and community partners are hosting a free educational event on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at First Christian Church in Inverness, according to the Citrus County Chronicle. It focuses on the challenges families and caregivers face when domestic violence and dementia intersect.
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Manatee Season Is Almost Here: Where to See Florida's Gentle Giants in Citrus County and Beyond
Nature Coaster
Manatee season is almost here, and Nature Coaster has a guide to where you can see Florida's gentle giants in Citrus County and beyond. The post opens with the magic of watching a manatee glide through clear water. Read the full guide before you plan your visit.
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No advisories or safety notices for the Crystal River area today.

Crystal River Keeps the Trophy After 30-17 Win Over Citrus
Citrus County Chronicle
The trophy that is very personal to both programs stays with the Crystal River football team after the Pirates topped county rival Citrus 30-17 Friday night at the Citrus Bowl, according to the Citrus County Chronicle. The full recap has the details.
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Panthers Overcome Injuries, Snap Skid With Overtime Win Over Mount Dora
Citrus County Chronicle
The Panthers overcame injuries to snap a skid with an overtime win over Mount Dora, according to the Citrus County Chronicle. The full recap has the details on how it played out.
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Lecanto High Cross Country Team Takes 1st Place
Lecanto High School
The Lecanto High School Cross Country team took home 1st place, according to the school's Facebook post, which congratulates the runners on the hard work, dedication and determination that keep making Panther Nation proud.
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Pirates, Panthers and Hurricanes Share the Stage at Band Showcase
Crystal River High School
Three schools, one showcase. The Pirates, Panthers and Hurricanes came together to celebrate music, performance and the arts at Thursday night's Band Showcase, according to Crystal River High School's Facebook post.
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Fishing and Fellowship at Fort Island Trail Park
Sunday | October 25, 2026 | 8 AM
Fort Island Trail Park
12073 W Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429
Come as you are! Join us for fishing and fellowship! Bring your poles or use ours! We provide poles, bait, and water! Chairs are recommended to bring if you want them!
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Books & Babies: Halloween Stories and Costume Parade at Lakes Region Library
Monday | October 26, 2026 | 10 AM – 10:30 AM
Lakes Region Library
Babies dress in Halloween costumes and listen to Halloween-themed stories. Families can stay for a costume parade through the library and get a treat.
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Graveyard Glow up at Bowlero (Crystal River, FL)
Monday | October 26, 2026 | 6 PM
Bowlero (Crystal River, FL)
7715 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL
SAVING THE BEST GLOW FOR LAST! We’re shutting down spooky season with an EPIC Glow-in-the-Dark Graveyard Scene!
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Books & Babies: Halloween Stories and Costume Parade at Homosassa Public Library
Tuesday | October 27, 2026 | 10 AM – 10:30 AM
Homosassa Public Library
Dress up your kiddos in their Halloween costumes and come to the library. After storytime, families can join a costume parade through the library and get a treat.
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Unlimited Shaved Ice Cafe (Shaved Ice | Smoothies | Desserts)
Sunday | October 25, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Howard's Flea Market
6373 S. Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446
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Brooks Dockside Seafood (Seafood, Southern, Cajun)
Sunday | October 25, 2026 | 11 AM – 8 PM
Brooks Dockside Seafood
140 Elkins Road, Inglis, FL 34449
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Which local restaurant do you love and recommend to everyone? Reply to this newsletter and tell us, and we may feature it in a future issue.

Jorge Valentine at Crystal Harley-Davidson
Jorge Valentine
Sunday | October 25, 2026 | 12 PM – 3 PM
Crystal Harley-Davidson
1147 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34448
Come sing and dance along to all of your favorite Rock, Pop and Country songs!
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JoJo Jones and Jay at Bree's Riverside Restaurant
JoJo Jones and Jay
Sunday | October 25, 2026 | 3 PM – 6 PM
Bree's Riverside Restaurant
29250 Lake Lindsey Rd., Nobleton, FL 34661
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Trivia at Bree's Riverside Restaurant
Trivia
Tuesday | October 27, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Bree's Riverside Restaurant
29250 Lake Lindsey Rd., Nobleton, FL 34661
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