The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
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Community Events & Meetings
Citrus Library Friends' Mega Book Sale
The Mega Spring Book Sale will take place March 13-17 at the Citrus County
Auditorium, Hwy. 41 South, next to the Fairgrounds. Sale hours are Fri. 5-8 p.m. $5 dona-
Blood Drive at K of C Council 6168
tion (Fri night only); Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.- 4 pm; Mon. 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. (half
The next blood drive sponsored by Our Lady of Grace-K of C Council 6168 blood
price day); and Tues. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. ($3 a bag). Mark your calendars now for the book sale
ministries is scheduled for Saturday March 21, 2015, from 8:00AM to 1:00PM at Our Lady
spring fling. Book lovers can expect a shower of values. Volunteer Friends from Central
of Grace Parish Life Center at 6 Roosevelt Blvd. Beverly Hills.
Ridge, Coastal Region and Lakes Regional libraries have sorted thousands of mint condi-
In addition to the special breakfast there will be tokens of appreciation for all do-
tion books, CDs, DVDs, games and puzzles in preparation for the big sale. Hardcover and
nors. If there are any questions call Life South at 352-537-3061.
paperback bargains abound in over 45 different categories including best sellers, large print,
Denise Dymond Lyn TO SPEAK AT LWVCC Luncheon
crafts, cooking, children's, and treasures. Each FOCCLS sale features new inventory of
The League of Women Voters of Citrus County invites you to their Second Annual
quality items with most prices ranging from $1 to $3. Organizers suggest shoppers visit
Luncheon on March 17th at Citrus Hills Country Club in the Garden Room from 10:30
early and often to take advantage of the bargains.
AM to 1:30 PM Newly appointed interim Citrus County Attorney, Denise Dymond Lyn,
will be guest speaker. Ms. Lyn will describe her experiences in the county as a lawyer and
Lions Club Golf Benefit
running for office. Tickets are $20 per person, paid in advance with reservations required.
The Hernando Lions Club is sponsoring a golf tournament at Citrus Hills golf
The deadline is March 11th.The menu includes a choice of a Turkey or Ham and cheese
club in Hernando, May 16, 2015 time: 8:30 a.m. Includes green fees, golf cart and lunch
on a flaky croissant, served with Roasted Tomato Bisque or a vegetarian Cobb Salad. The
mulligans, drawing, 4 golfer scramble ­ best ball. Free automobile for hole-in-one, prizes
dessert is a Brownie Sundae. Tea or coffee will be included. A Themed Basket Raffle and
for top three finishers, closest to the hole prize $60.00 per golfer. All proceeds benefit Her-
Share the Wealth will be held. A cash bar will be available.
nando lions club eyesight charities. For more information, contact: lion Al, 352-257-1388.
Please submit check to LWVCC, P.O. Box 643, Inverness, Florida 34451. For more
INGLIS CANDIDATE FORUM
information, call352-382-0032.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015
It is important to include your menu choice.If you have made arrangements to sit
with another person, please let us know so that we may accommodate you.
AGENDA
Special BOCC Meeting scheduled for March 24
2:00 Audience submits written questions
The Board of County Commissioners will be meeting Tuesday, March 24 at 9 am
at the Citrus County Courthouse, Room 100, in Inverness to provide direction for future
plans for County Road 491 widening options.
2:00 - 2:05 Welcome ­ Town of Inglis Mayor Glenda Kirkland
County Administrator Randy Oliver and staff will make a presentation, followed
by Board discussion. Open to the Public will be conducted.
2:05 - 2:10 Forum Format ­ Moderator (Ruth A Ruppert)
The agenda and back-up materials will be available at www.bocc.citrus.fl.us the
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Friday before the meeting. The meeting can be viewed live online in a small digital format
2:10 - 2:25 2 Minute Opening Statements - 7 candidates
at http://citruscountyfl.iqm2.com/Citizens/default.aspx. The meeting is also televised live
Hometown News for the Nature Coast
on cable TV on Channel 643 on Bright House and Channel 71 on Comcast.
Advertising at Reasonable Rates for S Levy, NE Citrus & SW Marion Counties
2:25 - 3:45 093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446  candidate
5 Questions from Audience - 1 minute response per
The regularly scheduled BOCC meeting will begin at 1 pm at the Citrus County Courthouse
in Room 100.
Phone: (352) 489-4588  Fax: (727) 362-4788
3:45 - 4:00 2 minute Closing Statements - 7 candidates
Email, Tom Russell, Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.com
American Legion Riders Mystery Poker Run
Email, Debbie Russell, Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com
The American Legion Riders Post 155 Crystal River will hold its 8th  Annual
4:00 Closing ­ Town of Inglis Mayor Glenda Kirkland
Websites: thenewscaster.com · newscasterarchives.com · history.newscasterarchives.com · theheal
Mystery Poker Run on Saturday, March 28, 2015, starting at 9:00 a.m. Proceeds  will
Paid advertisement, Sponsored by the Town of Inglis
benefit veterans & children served by Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast. All funds
will be used locally. The Mystery Poker Run will begin at the Blanton-Thompson Ameri-
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can Legion Post 155, 6585 W. Gulf to Lake Highway, Crystal River. Registration is 9:00
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-10:30 a.m. The final stop will feature a cash bar, dinner, music by DJ Lonnie, prizes, a
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50/50 drawing, and cash prize for the best and worst poker hand, with festivities starting at
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2:00 p.m. and last bike in no later than 3:00 p.m. For more information call the American
Legion Post atHometown News for the Nature Coast
352-795-6526.
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ServUpcomingYankeetown, Dunnellon, Hernando, Crystal River & Homosassa
ing Inglis, Parks & Recreation Events - Movies in the Park
Citrus County Parks & Recreation Summer Movie in the Park Series continues
Address: 5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, FL 34446
with Disney's Planes Fire and Rescue (PG) will be shown on Saturday, March 14 at Lecanto
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Community Park, Phone: (352) W. Educational Path(727) 447-5788 out for the pre
located at 3505 489-4588 · Fax: in Lecanto. Come
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movie festivities,es: TheNewscaster.com · including explore a fire truck, take the
Websit happening from 5:00-7:00 p.m., NewscasterArchives.com
Kid's Combatory.Newspresented rchives.County Fire and Rescue, meet Smokey the
Hist Challenge casterAby Citrus com · TheHealthcaster.com
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Bear and Parker. Bring the whole family out to enjoy this fun and free event. The movie
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Email,Tom Russell, Publisher: newscaster1@gmail.com
will begin at dusk, and Parks & Rec will provide the popcorn. For more information contact
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CitrusEmail, Parks & Recreation atEditor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com
County Debbie Russell, 352-527-7540.
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Sunshine State Romance Authors Meeting
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The March 28 meeting of the Sunshine State Romance Authors, Inc. will feature
author Ane Ryan Walker s "How to Work Smarter, Not Harder". The meeting will be held
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at the Homosassa Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. Ane Ryan
Walker was a storyteller from an early age. Born in Philidelphia, she started writing at the
age of four. Years later she began recording her adventures for posterity. For more informa-
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tion call Linda Tillis at 352-270-2078
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