The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - January 23, 2013
Community Events & Meetings
Homosassa wastewater system Phase IV Informational Meeting
The Citrus County Department of Water Resources will be holding an informa-
tional meeting on January 29, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Homosassa Springs
Friends, Fashion & Fun
Wildlife State Park, 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, Florida in the Florida Room to
For a glimpse of new spring fashions come to the Ladies of the West Citrus Elks
provide citizens with information regarding a proposed sanitary sewer system along West
annual fashion show. The show is on Friday, January 25, 2013, with the doors opening at 11
Fishbowl Drive and Spring Cove Road. Maps of the proposed project will be on display and
am. This year’s fashions are provided by Bealls department store in Crystal River. Along
County staff will be available to answer questions after details have been presented.
with the fashions, there will be a wonderful luncheon provided by Chef Ken with gift bas-
Citrus County encourages you to attend the meeting to learn how your property
kets and oodles of door prizes.
may be affected and have any concerns with regard to the proposed project addressed. Call
Energy Conservation Awareness Program
(352) 527-7650.
Citrus County Housing Services is offering an Energy Conservation Awareness
Dunnellon Friends of the Library Book Sale
Program in conjunction with their Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LI-
20351 Robinson Road, Dunnellon, FL 34431 (352) 438-2520 Book Sale – Saturday
HEAP). Two hour and a half sessions will be offered in the evening and the daytime for
February 2, 2013,Library Meeting Room 10am to 4pm,000’s of books – every book 50¢,$2
participant s convenience. The first was Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 5:30pm and again on
Bag of Books All Day in the Meeting Room Only. PLUS Stop in the Book Store 10:30am
Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 10:00am. Both are located at the Citrus County Resource
– 2pm for every book 50¢. All proceeds benefit the Dunnellon Public Library
Center in Lecanto, located at 2804 W. Marc Knighton Court. Seating is limited. Please re-
Calling all Golfers
serve your seat by calling (352) 527-7530.
Get your foursome together for the First Annual “ Tee Off for Tourette’s Golf Out-
Benefit Polker Run for Am. Legion Post 237
American Legion Post 237, located at 4077 N. Lecanto Hwy., will host a benefit ing” on February 2 2013. Mingle with players from the Bucs and the Rays at this fundraising
Poker Run on Saturday, January 26, 2013 with proceeds going to support American Cancer event at Plantation on Crystal River. The event is $100 per person/$400 for a four some and
Society Moffitt Cancer Center Ovarian Cancer Research and patients and families served by the price includes your greens fee and a cart as well as lunch and goody bag. All proceeds
Hospice of Citrus County. A $10 entry fee per rider will include a poker hand and a meal at benefit the Florida Tourette Association. Sponsorships still available. Kick off cocktail par-
the end of the run. Registration begins at 10:00 am at American Legion Post 237 in Beverly ty on Friday, February 1. Contact Gary at 352-601-8980. Kick off Cocktail party on Friday
Hills. Last bike in will be 4:30 pm when food will be served. For additional information on night starts at 6:30 p.m. Saturday 2/2/13 registration is at 8 a.m.; shotgun start at 9 a.m.
Jan. activities at Inglis AmVets
the American Legion #237 Poker Run, call 352.746.5018 or John Roby at352.341.5856..
William Crow AmVets Post 447, 405 E. Hwy. 40, Inglis, invites the public to our
Tickets Available for 14th Annual Tractor Pull
The 14th Annual Truck and Tractor Pull, sponsored by the Citrus County Fair As- many activities. Our phone number is 352-447-4473. HAPPY HOUR is 1:00-4:00 p.m.,
sociation gets underway at the end of this month at the fairgrounds in Inverness. Located at Mondays - Fridays. On TUESDAYS, enjoy Bingo, with our new lighted board, at 5:00 p.m.
3600 S. Florida Avenue (U.S. Hwy. 41 South). There will be pulling Friday, and Saturday, On WEDNESDAYS, Games Night starts at 5:30 p.m. On FRIDAY, Jan. 25, enjoy the music
of Katie Lynn, live, from 6:00-10:00 p.m. On SUNDAYS, enjoy breakfast from 9:00-11:00
January 25, and 26. There will be trucks, tractors of all sizes, including garden tractors.
Advance tickets are available at the Citrus County Fair Office, the Citrus County a.m. for only $4, lunch from 1:00-4:00 p.m. and a Jam Session at 2:00 p.m. Upcoming meet-
Our Pub
Chamber of Commerce offices in Crystal River and Inverness and Eagle Buick in Homo- ings for MEMBERS: The Riders Executive Committee meets on Thursday, Jan. 24, at 5:30.
sassa. Advance tickets are available for one, day or two. Tickets at the gate are $10 for adults
Free Wi-Fi
and $5.00 for children 4-11. All proceeds from this annual event are awarded as scholarships
for Citrus County youth. For more information call the Fair Office 352-726-2993.
Have a Heart Charity Yard Sale and Festival
Restaurant, Lounge
Help raise money and awareness for your favorite cause at this community yard
& Package Store
sale on February 23rd from 9:00 am-6:00 pm at Plantation Realty, Inc 1250 N. Country Club
Drive, Crystal River! This fun event will feature yard sale items, live music, food, kiss-
ing booths, games and more! All tables will donate a percentage of their proceeds to their
253 Hwy 40 W. • Inglis, FL
chosen charitable organization. Please contact Lisa by February 15th if you would like to
participate as a vendor or musician (352) 634-0129. Looking forward to raising money for
1/4 mile west of Hwy. 19
a lot of great causes!
In a Hurry? Call Ahead (352) 447-2406
Free Christmas tree disposal through Jan 31
Open M,W,Th 11a-12mid, F-S til 1am • Closed Tues.
Citrus County Central Landfill is offering free Christmas tree disposal during the
month of January. Trees must be cleaned of all decorations, tinsel, lights and no artificial
Everything Made to Order
snow.
Fresh-Made Salads: Antipasta, Chicken, Chef & Shrimp
January Specials
Specials, Homemade Soups, Chowders & Chili
River Tours - Departs
from Ike's every two hours
Steaks & Seafood Pasta Dishes with Homemade Sauces
$20 Per Person
Hand-Pressed Hamburgers Cooked Your Way
Pool!
Wings, Subs & Clubs
River Retreat Spa • 352-447-2505
nday FREE
Mo
Pizza, Calzones & Oven-Baked
6015 Hwy. 40 W. • Yankeetown, Florida
Spa Specials
Subs after 4 pm
Saturday: Prime Rib after 4 pm
Exercise Gym - 3 months - $30 - Tanning - $45/Mo.
Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials
We are open 5 days/wk. walk-ins welcome!
Cuts & Color • Barber & Clipper Cuts • Redken, Rusk & Chi Products • Permanent Make-Up • Masques,
Free Wi-Fi
Peels & Facials • Tanning • Manicures, Pedicures & Acr ylics • Gym • Massage License MM19077
Citrus County Hospice Discount Fridays
Randy Alumbaugh
HOMOSASSA – The Hospice of Citrus County Homosassa
Too Thrift & Gift Shoppe and Herry’s Café located at 8471 W.
Construction, Inc.
Periwinkle Lane, Homosassa, have announced DISCOUNT
FRIDAYS. All Sale Items in the Homosassa Too Thrift &
New Homes - Renovations - Additions
Gift Shoppe will be offered at a 25% Discount on Fridays. All
Serving Marion, Levy & Citrus Counties
Food Items at Herry’s Café will also be offered at a 25% Dis-
www.alumbaughconstruction.com
count on Fridays. The Homosassa Too Thrift & Gift Shoppe
Licensed & Insured CRC058012
carries a unique selection of antiques and collectibles. The
Office: 352-447-0655 - Inglis
Randy Alumbaugh
Shoppe is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30
50
Fax: 352-447-3013
Cell: 352-266-7113
pm and on Saturday from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.