Good morning, Crystal River! Today is National Frappe Day, so if you needed an excuse for an iced coffee, you've got one.

Keep an umbrella handy, because showers and scattered storms are in the forecast through Sunday, with highs between 80 and 86.

In today's issue: the old Crystal River Mall site, a new way to report county waste, a free Transition Fair on Saturday, and Music Bingo at Copp tonight.

Old Crystal River Mall Site Is Still Empty, but the Redevelopment Plan Isn't Dead
Citrus County Chronicle
The developer says 56 townhomes are ready to move forward, though high interest rates, tariffs and construction costs are holding things up.
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Citrus County Clerk Launches 24/7 Online Reporting for Suspected Fraud and Waste
Citrus County Chronicle
The Citrus County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller has launched a 24/7 online system for reporting suspected fraud, waste and financial misconduct involving county government. Reports can involve employees, contractors or vendors, and can be made anonymously.
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Rich Churchill Battled Cancer for 12 Years, but It Was Never the Most Important Thing About Him
Citrus County Chronicle
He was also a firefighter, Army veteran, businessman, Harley rider, husband, father and friend. Nancy Kennedy's latest Postscript column looks back on his life.
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Sheriff's Office Launches #BikeSafety Video Series for Local Cyclists
Citrus County Sheriff's Office
The Citrus County Sheriff's Office has launched a Bike Safety series for cyclists on local trails and roadways. The first video, from Sheriff David Vincent, offers reminders for riders and drivers, with upcoming installments on e-bikes, helmets and lighting.
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Video: Highlights From Crystal River Football's 35-30 Loss to Mount Dora and Comments From Coach Brice Spaulding
Citrus County Chronicle
Crystal River High's football team fell 35-30 to Mount Dora. The Citrus County Chronicle has video highlights and comments from coach Brice Spaulding.
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Citrus County Schools Hosts Free ESE Transition Fair on October 10
Citrus County School District
The Exceptional Student Education department is hosting the free fair on Saturday, October 10, for students with disabilities of all ages and their families. Local agencies and colleges will share resources on topics like guardianship and 18 to 22 transition programs, and a light breakfast is included.
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Hernando Elementary Turns Its Cafeteria Into a Circus Big Top for School Lunch Week
Citrus County School District
The cafeteria became the "Big Top" for a Cafeteria Circus during School Lunch Week, with students joining in circus-inspired outfits.
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Uturn Mobile Soup Kitchen Serves Lunch Every Wednesday at Old Schoolhouse Community Center
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 1 PM
Old Schoolhouse Community Center
2415 N. Florida Ave, Hernando, FL 34442
U-turn for Christ Florida serves those in need with Grace & Grub Ministries every Wednesday from 10:30 to 1 p.m. at the Old Schoolhouse in Hernando.
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BNI - Small Business Networking Meet-up in Citrus County at American Legion Post #155
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 7 AM – 9 AM
American Legion Post #155
6585 E. Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429
Come visit the best small business networking group in Citrus County! Visitors are always welcome.
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Tater Tot Thursdays
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM
Rainbow Lakes Estates Community
4020 SW Deepwater Ct., Dunnellon, FL 34431
Fun, enrichment and stimulation for toddlers at the RLE Community Center.
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Business Builders Citrus at Luigi's Family Restaurant
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 12:01 PM – 1:01 PM
Luigi's Family Restaurant
4538 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL 34446
Come out, have some lunch and tell the group about your business. The group and meetups are free; organizers just ask that you share the event and invite some people.
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Belly Dancing Class Every Thursday at Homosassa Civic Club
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Homosassa Civic Club
5530 S. Mason Creek Rd., Homosassa, FL 34448
Beginners class at 5:30 p.m. and advanced class at 6:30 p.m., $5 per class. Mention the listing and your first class is free.
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Rainbow Lakes Estates Dungeons & Dragons Club
Friday | October 9, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9 PM
Rainbow Lakes Estates Creative Arts Center
24654 SW Shorewood Dr., Dunnellon, FL 34431
Calling all adventurers! Join the Dungeons & Dragons Club at the RLE Creative Arts Center for epic quests and fierce monsters.
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Brooks Dockside Seafood (Wild Caught Seafood)
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 11 AM – 8 PM
Brooks Dockside Seafood
140 Elkins Road, Inglis, FL 34449
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Music Bingo at Copp Brewery & Winery
Music Bingo
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Copp Brewery & Winery
7855 W Gulf To Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429
Come play music bingo for FREE! We promise to have you dancing while possibly winning a ton of prizes!
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