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A crash in Citrus County on Feb. 13 resulted in the death of James Stephen Brusco,

46, of Crystal River. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash took place on

Have a Heart Charity Yard Sale and Festival

Help raise money and awareness for your favorite cause at this community yard

County Rd. 486, west of N. Knoll Rd. Christopher Lee Matthews, 40, of Beverly Hills was

sale on February 23rd from 9:00 am-6:00 pm at Plantation Realty, Inc 1250 N. Country Club

driving a 1994 Dodge Ram, towing a 14-foot utility trailer, traveling east on County Rd.

Drive, Crystal River! This fun event will feature yard sale items, live music, food, kiss-

486, and Brusco was driving a 1996 Chevrolet S-10 pickup truck, traveling west on County

ing booths, games and more! All tables will donate a percentage of their proceeds to their

chosen charitable organization. Please contact Lisa by February 15th if you would like to

The report stated that the road was wet, that Matthews’ vehicle began to hydro-

participate as a vendor or musician (352) 634-0129.

plane and he lost control of his vehicle which crossed into westbound lane of County Road

486 and into the path of Brusco’s Chevrolet. The front left of the Dodge Ram collided with

Trash & Treasures Fundraiser

the front left of the Chevrolet S-10. The Dodge Ram came to rest in the westbound lane of

The Council of Catholic Women of Our Lady of Grace Church is hosting a Trash’n

County Rd. 486, while the Chevy S-10 came to rest on the north shoulder of the roadway.

Treasures Fund Raiser, Friday, February 22 from 9 AM to 2 PM and Saturday, February

Mr. Brusco, the only passenger in the Chevrolet pickup truck, sustained fatal inju-

23 from 8 AM to 2 PM in the Parish Life Center, 6 Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly Hills, FL,

ries and expired at the scene of the crash. Mr. Matthews was transported to Oak Hill Hospital

34465. Sale items include: household items, clothing, books, jewelry, plants, tools, small

in Spring Hill, FL in unspecified condition. A 5 year-old in Matthews’ truck was apparently

furniture, toys, knickknacks and white elephant items. Proceeds go to needed items for the

church and charitable contributions. For more information contact Anna Panasik at 527-

All MOPAR Car Show March 16

3226. Our Lady of Grace Monthly Flea Market held on the fourth Saturday of the month.

This car show open to all MOPAR vehicles is hosted by the Citrus MOPARS car

Willfest Arrives March 8-10

club at the Crystal Chrysler Dodge dealership, 2077 Hwy 44, Inverness. Registration is $20

Over 50 of Florida’s finest acoustic singer/songwriters will converge in the woods

from 8 to 10 AM with over 35 awards at 2 PM based on a judging process. Bring your fire

at the Sertoma campground for the 24th annual Will McLean Music Festival March 8-10,

extinguisher for extra points. There will be lots of great cars, music and food. Contact Ken

McNally at 352-341-1165 or Mike Bonadonna at 352-341-1019 for more info or to pre-

The festival honors Will McLean (1919-1990) known as the father of Florida Folk

Music. This year the festival will also honor Guy LaBree, the state’s foremost painter of

Floral City Hosts Strawberry Festival

Florida subjects. Will McLean said “Guy does with paint what I do with words”.

The festivities begin Friday night March 1 at Berries, Brew and BBQ taking place

Beginning Friday noon, stages, workshops, crafts and food booths open and festivi-

at the Floral City Library Complex. as Bill “the Sauce Boss” Wharton performs music and

ties continue until Sunday at 6:00 p.m. Stages open Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m.

cooks gumbo on stage. The Friday night kick off party rocks Floral City from 5-10 p.m.

Lady Elks are looking forward to a “Spring Fling”

with Bill ‘the Sauce Boss’ performing and cooking gumbo on stage!

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, March 12, 2013, from 11:00 am. to 3:30 p.m. for

Floral Park turns into a Strawberry mecca on Sat. March 2 from 9-5 and Sunday

the annual spring card party. For a donation of $12.00 you can have a spectacular luncheon

March 3 from 9-4 with its annual two day family –friendly Strawberry festival.

provided by the ladies and Chef Ken along with lots of cards, games, door prizes and raffles.

Both days offer fresh Ferris Farms strawberry flats and strawberry shortcake as

Call Theresa 341-1116, Carol 341-3603 or Jeannette 527-2638 for tickets or information.

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well as a variety of favorite foods.

Join us at the Spring Fling!

Vermonters RainbowPark

will gather at  Springs  March 13

11 am to 3 pm Hamburgers &Hot Dogs will be served. You're asked to bring a

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covered dish and your own drink. Coffee will be provided. Their will be a pot of gold,and

door prizes.Registration fees$2.00. Park on41Northof

 State Park fees $2.00.   is  route    Dun-

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WTI Expo and Open House

Are you thinking about how you can prepare for an exciting career that pays well

and doesn’t require college? WTI may have the answer you are looking for.

253 Hwy 40 W. • Inglis, FL

Anyone, including high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in seeing what

1/4 mile west of Hwy. 19

WTI has to offer are invited to attend the Career Expo and Open House at Withlacoochee

In a Hurry? Call Ahead (352) 447-2406

Technical Institute on Thursday, March 7, 2013 from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm.

Students must provide their own transportation to and from WTI (no busses are

Open M,W,Th 11a-12mid, F-S til 1am • Closed Tues.

provided)Enter WTI at the eastern entrance off of Montgomery Street (across from the Sun-

Everything Made to Order

coast Federal ATM and district services building). Contact WTI at 726-2430 extension 4326

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Fresh-Made Salads: Antipasta, Chicken, Chef & Shrimp

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Specials, Homemade Soups, Chowders & Chili

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Steaks & Seafood Pasta Dishes with Homemade Sauces

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Hand-Pressed Hamburgers Cooked Your Way

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Pizza, Calzones & Oven-Baked

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Saturday: Prime Rib after 4 pm

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Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials

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Citrus County Hospice Discount Fridays

HOMOSASSA – The Hospice of Citrus County Homosassa

Just scan the QR code below on your phone or type in the URL

Too Thrift & Gift Shoppe and Herry’s Café located at 8471 W.

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Periwinkle Lane, Homosassa, have announced DISCOUNT

FRIDAYS. All Sale Items in the Homosassa Too Thrift &

5” wide x 3” deep

New Homes - Renovations - Additions

Gift Shoppe will be offered at a 25% Discount on Fridays. All

February Specials

Hometown News for the Nature

Serving Marion, Levy & Citrus Counties

Food Items at Herry’s Café will also be offered at a 25% Dis-