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Good morning, Crystal River, and welcome to Sunday, November 1. The clocks fell back overnight, so we hope you enjoyed the extra hour of sleep. Expect showers and a few storms today, with a high of 80 and a 53 percent chance of rain, so keep an umbrella handy. It's also National Calzone Day, so here's a question for you: which Citrus County spot makes the best one?

In the news, the time change is the theme of the day. Citrus County Fire Rescue is asking everyone to test their smoke alarms, and the county has a reminder to check your irrigation controller so it doesn't water at 11 p.m. Election Day is Tuesday, HCA Florida Citrus Hospital earned national recognition from Healthgrades, and Seven Rivers Christian advanced in the football playoffs. You'll also find a new photo display at Crystal River Archaeological State Park and a public meeting on the Inverness Airport Master Plan.

Out and about, there's a reptile expo in Inverness today, a Sunday matinee of Misery at the Valerie Theatre, and live music from KennaDee at Peck's Old Port Cove. Monday brings the Little Mermaid show at Mertailor's Aquarium and a trivia night at The Barrel Bar and Grille, and the Unlimited Shaved Ice Cafe is serving at Howard's Flea Market in Homosassa today. We don't have any restaurant specials this time, so reply and tell us your favorite spot. Enjoy your Sunday, and don't forget to reset that sprinkler timer!

Misery at the Valerie Theatre
Sunday | November 1, 2026 | 2:30 PM
Valerie Theatre
Sunday matinee of the stage thriller Misery about a captive novelist and his obsessive fan. Presented by Under Siege Enterprises. Rated adult. Tickets $20 plus fees.
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Citrus County: Check Your Irrigation Controller When Clocks Go Back
Citrus County Government (FB Page)
With daylight saving time ending Sunday, November 1, Citrus County has a reminder for your lawn. If your irrigation system is set to start at midnight, forgetting to reset the controller's clock could mean it waters at 11 p.m. instead. Citrus County remains under Modified Phase III Water Shortage Restrictions, so a few minutes with your timer can help prevent watering violations.
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Election Day Is Tuesday, Nov. 3 in Citrus County
Citrus County Chronicle
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Citrus County voters will decide key state and congressional races, three constitutional amendments and several local board seats. See the Chronicle's report for the details.
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HCA Florida Citrus Hospital Earns National Healthgrades Recognition
Citrus County Chronicle
HCA Florida Citrus Hospital has earned national recognition from Healthgrades for excellence in vascular, orthopedic and prostate surgeries, the Chronicle reports. Read the full story for the details.
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Crystal River Archaeological State Park Updates Entrance Photo Display
Friends of the Crystal River State Parks
The museum and visitor center at Crystal River Archaeological State Park has an updated photo display at its entrance. It features just a few of the photos taken by Ranger Ginger Bevirt, who is always on the lookout for photo opportunities while she works to maintain and upgrade the three parks that make up Crystal River State Parks. She will go eye-to-eye with the animals for a good shot, but draws the line at gators and venomous snakes.
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Citrus County Invites Residents to Final Inverness Airport Master Plan Public Meeting November 4
Nature Coaster
In Inverness, Citrus County is inviting residents to the final public meeting on the Inverness Airport Master Plan on November 4. Read the full notice for the meeting details.
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Fire Rescue: Use the Clock Change to Check Your Smoke Alarms
Citrus County Fire Rescue
Daylight saving time ends at 2:00 a.m. Sunday, November 1, and Citrus County Fire Rescue is asking residents to use the clock change as a reminder to check their smoke alarms. Test them, replace removable batteries if needed, and replace units that are 10 years old or older. Alarms with sealed 10-year batteries do not need annual battery changes, but should still be tested regularly.
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Seven Rivers Christian Football Advances in the Playoffs
Citrus County Chronicle
Rashad Whaley ran wild as the Seven Rivers Christian football team advanced to the next round of the playoffs Friday night at Warrior Park. The Chronicle has the full game story.
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Reptiday Citrus County (Repticon Reptile Expo)
Sunday | November 1, 2026 | 10 AM – 4 PM
Citrus County Fairgrounds Arena
3600 S Florida Ave, Inverness, FL 34450
Reptile and exotic animal expo with live animals, pets and pet products from vendors, and animal education. Hosted by Repticon at the Citrus County Fairgrounds.
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Misery at the Valerie Theatre
Sunday | November 1, 2026 | 2:30 PM
Valerie Theatre
Sunday matinee of the stage thriller Misery about a captive novelist and his obsessive fan. Presented by Under Siege Enterprises. Rated adult. Tickets $20 plus fees.
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The Little Mermaid Show at Mertailor's Aquarium
Monday | November 2, 2026 | 12 PM
Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter
4100 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Lecanto, FL 34461
Underwater Little Mermaid show at the Lecanto aquarium at noon and 3 PM, included with admission ($17.50 adults, $12.50 ages 4 to 12). Runs Mondays through Nov 30.
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Toddler Tuesday at Mertailor's Aquarium
Tuesday | November 3, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 4 PM
Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter
4100 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Lecanto, FL 34461
Toddler morning with a hands-on craft at 11 AM and mermaid story time, included with admission to Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium in Lecanto.
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Unlimited Shaved Ice Cafe (Shaved Ice | Smoothies | Desserts)
Sunday | November 1, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Howard's Flea Market
6373 S. Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446
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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.

KennaDee at Peck's Old Port Cove
KennaDee
Sunday | November 1, 2026 | 1 PM – 5 PM
Peck's Old Port Cove
139 N Ozello Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429
KennaDee plays live acoustic music at Peck's Old Port Cove, 1 to 5 PM Sunday.
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Remnants Altar at November Bike Day, Silver Moon Tavern
Remnants Altar
Sunday | November 1, 2026 | 1 PM
Silver Moon Tavern
3025 S US 41, Dunnellon, FL 34432
Live music from Remnants Altar at Silver Moon Tavern's November Bike Day in Dunnellon. Biker Bites is serving food and there are cold drinks.
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100 People Said (Family Feud-style trivia)
Monday | November 2, 2026 | 7 PM
The Barrel Bar and Grille
Family Feud-style trivia night, 100 People Said, at The Barrel Bar and Grille in Homosassa, 7 PM Monday.
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