Inside Crystal River, Issue #73
October 13, 2026
Good morning, Crystal River! It's Tuesday, October 13, which is National Train Your Brain Day, a nod to puzzles, riddles and anything else that keeps the mind sharp.
Here's a puzzle with an easy answer: what beats one sunny day? Four mostly sunny days in a row, with highs in the mid-80s through Friday.
In today's issue: a county commissioners meeting this afternoon, Animal Services construction on track, a Fire Rescue captain marking 11 years, and plans for the rescheduled Scarecrow Festival. Let's get into it.
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County Commissioners Meet Today at 1 p.m. in Inverness
Citrus County Government (FB Page)
The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners meets today, Tuesday, October 13, at 1 p.m. in Room 100 of the Citrus County Courthouse, 110 N. Apopka Avenue in downtown Inverness.
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New Animal Services Facility on Schedule for September 2027 Move-In
Citrus County Government (FB Page)
Construction on the new Citrus County Animal Services facility is progressing on schedule, with move-in planned for September 2027, according to a video update.
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Vote in Crystal River's Fall Light Pole Decorating Competition
City of Crystal River - Government
Voting is under way in Crystal River's Fall Light Pole Decorating Competition. Voters are asked to like the photo of the pole they're backing, not the main post, and winners are to be announced at the October 31 Town Square event.
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Rescheduled Scarecrow Festival Set for October 31
City of Crystal River - Government
The City of Crystal River's rescheduled Scarecrow Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 31, and the city says the Halloween fun continues afterward.
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New America 250 Sign Placed at Crystal River Preserve State Park
Friends of the Crystal River State Parks
The Florida Department of Transportation has placed 103 new signs at what it calls iconic locations statewide to mark America's 250th anniversary, and Crystal River Preserve State Park says one is now in place there.
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Public Safety News
Captain/Paramedic Jesse Mullis Marks 11 Years of Service
Citrus County Fire Rescue
Citrus County Fire Rescue is celebrating Captain/Paramedic Jesse Mullis on his 11th year of service. The post highlights his work on the Special Operations Team and the Heroes in Action Award he received last year from HCA Florida Citrus Hospital.
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Local School News
Withlacoochee Technical College Open House Is Friday
Withlacoochee Technical College
Withlacoochee Technical College is hosting an Open House this Friday, October 16, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM. All are welcome.
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Crystal River Athletic Hall of Fame Class Introduced at Halftime
Citrus County Chronicle
At halftime of Crystal River's home football game on October 2, the four individuals and one team entering the school's Athletic Hall of Fame were introduced. The Citrus County Chronicle shared video of the moment.
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The postseason starts now for Citrus County volleyball teams.
Citrus County Chronicle
The postseason has started for Citrus County volleyball teams, with district tournament play under way for Citrus, Lecanto, Seven Rivers Christian and Crystal River.
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Local Event & Happenings
Rainbow Lakes Estates Garden Club
Tuesday | October 13, 2026 | 1 PM – 2 PM
Rainbow Lakes Estates Community
4020 SW Deepwater Ct., Dunnellon, FL 34431
Do you love gardening or want to learn more about growing plants in our Florida climate? Join the Rainbow Lakes Estates Garden Club.
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Rainbow Lakes Estates Coffee & Conversations
Wednesday | October 14, 2026 | 10 AM – 11 AM
Herman B Oberman Public Library
4040 SW Deepwater Ct, Dunnellon, FL 34431
Join us for a cozy morning of Coffee & Conversation at the Rainbow Lakes Estates District Office!
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Ocala Blue Star Mothers Fundraiser at Five Guys
Thursday | October 15, 2026 | 4 PM – 8 PM
Five Guys
1838 N Lecanto Hwy, Lecanto, FL 34461-9680
20% of your purchase goes to Ocala Blue Star Mothers and will be used to support our veterans and military service members. Lecanto location only.
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RLE Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday | October 15, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Herman B Oberman Public Library
4040 SW Deepwater Ct, Dunnellon, FL 34431
If you wish to speak at an upcoming Advisory Board meeting, please contact the RLE District Office at 352-489-4280. You will be given 5 minutes.
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Mark and the Inside Crystal River Team