Good morning, Crystal River! It's Sunday, October 11, which is National Sausage Pizza Day. Numerous showers and isolated storms are in the forecast today, so keep an umbrella close before sunshine returns Monday.

Isaias is now a post-tropical system far to our north, but tides were still running above normal Saturday and a Flood Warning stayed up for the Withlacoochee River. Check the Public Safety section for the details.

Also in today's issue: Habitat for Humanity broke ground on its 300th Citrus County home, Fire Rescue has a battery-charging safety reminder, and district volleyball brackets are out.

Habitat for Humanity Breaks Ground on Its 300th Citrus County Home
Citrus County Chronicle
Habitat for Humanity of the Nature Coast broke ground on its 300th Citrus County home in Citrus Springs, with nearly 500 people joining the celebration.
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Inverness Middle Students Take On Water-Saving Projects for Local Springs
Nature Coaster
More than 200 sixth-grade science students from Inverness Middle School took on water-saving projects during Save Our Waters Week to help protect Citrus County's springs.
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Your Library Card Unlocks Free Access to More Than 100 Languages
Citrus County Chronicle
Your Citrus County library card gives you free access to language-learning resources covering more than 100 languages.
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Mayor Reports Elevated Tides and Flooded Roads in Crystal River
City of Crystal River - Government
Crystal River saw elevated tides, like a large King Tide, as Isaias came ashore in the Panhandle, and flooding closed roads near Paradise Point and Kings Bay Drive. The Mayor says no buildings were affected and water was receding Saturday morning, per buoys at the river mouth and in Kings Bay.
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Coastal Flood Advisory Expires, but Tides Stay High and a River Flood Warning Remains
City of Crystal River - Government
The Coastal Flood Advisory for Citrus County expired at 8 AM Saturday, but tides were still running above normal west of Highway 19, per the National Weather Service Tampa Bay. A Flood Warning stayed in effect for the Withlacoochee River from US 41 to Lake Rousseau.
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Fire Rescue Urges Residents to Charge E-Bike and Tool Batteries Outside
Citrus County Fire Rescue
As Fire Prevention Week wraps up, Citrus County Fire Rescue is urging residents to charge e-bike and cordless tool batteries outside.
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Fire Rescue Welcomes a Newly Credentialed Paramedic
Citrus County Fire Rescue
Citrus County Fire Rescue welcomed Paramedic Makala Hall, who began her first independent shift aboard Rescue 8 in the Highlands. She joined the department as an EMT in August 2022.
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Fire Rescue Honors a Captain and a Paramedic for Years of Service
Citrus County Fire Rescue
Citrus County Fire Rescue honored Captain Eric Ramer of Station 18 in Sugarmill Woods for 11 years of service and Paramedic Sterling Winner for 4 years. Winner recently received a 2026 Healthcare Heroes Healthcare Professional Award.
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Sheriff's Office Names Leaders for the New Central Ridge District
Citrus County Sheriff's Office
As the Sheriff's Office prepares to launch the new Central Ridge District, Ed Blair, John Bergen and Ray Fischer were named District Commanders. Thomas Dowling was promoted to Lieutenant, along with five new Sergeants and two Corporals.
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District Volleyball Brackets Are Out for Citrus County Teams
Citrus County Chronicle
District volleyball brackets were released Friday, showing Citrus County teams their first opponents as the postseason begins.
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Withlacoochee Technical College Joins Citrus Schools Transition Fair
Withlacoochee Technical College
During Disability Awareness Month, Withlacoochee Technical College joined Citrus County Schools at a Transition Fair, connecting with students and families about career and technical education options.
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22Mohawks Airborne Shuffle 5K at X35
Sunday | October 11, 2026 | 8 AM
Marion County Airport
14968 SW 110th St, Dunnellon, FL 34432
Run, walk or ruck around Marion County Airfield at the 22Mohawks Airborne Shuffle 5K at X35.
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Rainbow Lakes Estates Garden Club
Tuesday | October 13, 2026 | 1 PM – 2 PM
Rainbow Lakes Estates Community
4020 SW Deepwater Ct., Dunnellon, FL 34431
Join the Rainbow Lakes Estates Garden Club to connect with fellow gardeners and learn about growing plants in our Florida climate.
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Unlimited Shaved Ice Cafe (Desserts)
Sunday | October 11, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Howard's Flea Market
6373 S. Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446
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Brooks Dockside Seafood Truck (Wild Caught Seafood)
Sunday | October 11, 2026 | 11 AM – 8 PM
Brooks Dockside Seafood
140 Elkins Road, Inglis, FL 34449
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Spice Corner (Indian)
Sunday | October 11, 2026 | 11 AM – 3 PM
Crystal Harley-Davidson
1147 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34448
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Dusty Starr Williams at Brooks Dockside Seafood
Dusty Starr Williams
Sunday | October 11, 2026 | 5 PM – 8 PM
Brooks Dockside Seafood
140 Elkins Road, Inglis, FL 34449
Live music with Dusty Starr Williams at Brooks Dockside Seafood. The Brooks Dockside Seafood food truck will be on site, with beer and wine available at the Best Catch Club.
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