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Community Events & Meetings
Democratic Executive Committee Meeting
Beverly Hills, FL, May 20, 2015: The Citrus County Democratic Executive Com-
mittee (DEC) Meeting is Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 7 p.m. at the Beverly Hills Com-
Museum Music Series Finishes Season
munity Building at 1 Civic Circle in Beverly Hills. All registered Democrats are welcome
Music at the Museum Concert Series is finishing out this season featuring "La-
The Citrus County DEC is responsible for managing the affairs of the Florida Democratic
Grange" a trio of Florida musicians on Thursday, May 21 at the Old Historic Courthouse in
Party (FDP) within the county. Membership of the DEC includes Elected Precinct Commit-
Inverness. LaGrange is comprised of John French, vocals and rhythm guitar; Paul Smith-
teemen and Committeewomen who represent the registered voters of their precinct. Citrus
son, guitar, mandolin and vocals; and Joe Ramirez on vocals and electric bass.
County Democrats believe in effective and efficient government that prioritizes quality
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with music starting at 7:00. Tickets are $10 per person.
education, affordable health care, a healthy environment and an economy in which anyone
Call 352-341-6428 to get your tickets today. All proceeds benefit the Citrus County Histori-
who works hard can succeed. For more information, call Wendy Williams, Citrus County
cal Society, the Old Courthouse Heritage Museum, and the 1912 Citrus County Courthouse.
Democratic Executive Committee Chair, at 352-209-8651.
Volunteer Center to Host Open House
Vacation Bible School
The Nature Coast Volunteer Center is hosting an Open House and Ice cream So-
Faith Lutheran Church in Crystal Glen, Lecanto will have its Camp Discovery
cial to celebrate Senior Corps Week on Thursday, May 21 from 4:00 pm ­ 7:00 pm at the
Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m.-noon June 22-26. Registration is open to pre-school age
Central Ridge Community Center, located at 77 Civic Circle, Beverly Hills, FL 34465. For
3 to grade 5 and youth ages 12 and up. Bible stories will come alive in skits, songs and
more information, please call 352-249-1275. Persons with disabilities requiring reasonable
crafts. Games and snacks ­ and a picnic ­are provided. To register go to faithlecanto.com
accommodations may call ahead.
and press VBS for a downloadable form which you can fax back to 352 527-7043 or mail to
Honoring Veterans on Memorial Day
935 S. Crystal Glen Dr., Lecanto 34461. This is a Thrivent Financial sponsored event. For
To Honor Our Veterans Living and Fallen A Memorial Day Celebration will be more information call Gloria at 352 527-9468.
held at the Old Homosassa Veteran's Memorial on Monday May 25, 2015 at 2 p.m. The
ceremony will be presented by VFW Post 8189 and American Legion Post 166. The Me-  Summary of Citrus County Meetings
morial is located on Yulee Drive across from Homosassa Elementary School. Parking is
A Citrus County Planning & Development Commission Meeting will be held on
available on the school grounds. A get together will follow at the VFW Post 8189 located Thursday, May 21, 9:00 am, at Room 166 of the Lecanto Government Building, located at
at: 8856 W Veterans Dr. Homosassa, FL 34448. Any questions contact Cynthia at 352-628-  3600 W. Sovereign Path in Lecanto. For more information, call 352-527-5248. A Florida-
Friendly Gardening workshop will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2:00-3:30 pm, at the Citrus
6481.
County Extension Service Bldg., located at 3650 W. Sovereign Path, Lecanto. For more
Tickets on sale now for First Responders Ball, June 6
information, call 527-5708. A Citrus County Board of County Commission Meeting will be
The first annual Citrus County First Responders Service Appreciation Ball will be
held on Tuesday, May 26, in Room 100 of the Citrus County Courthouse, located at 110 N.
held on June 6, from 6:00 to 10:00 pm at the Greek Orthodox Church located at 4705 W.
Apopka Ave., in Inverness, starting at 1:00 pm.
Gulf to Lake Hwy. in Lecanto. This event will be held to honor all first responders and the
service they provide to the community. There will be dinner, dancing, entertainment and a  Public Invited to Workshops Water Supply Plan
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A Young Person's Perspective
The League of Women Voters of Citrus County has invited Cortney Stewart to be  District and all water use sectors for a 20-year planning period as well as identifies water
Phone: (352) 489-4588  Fax: (727) 362-4788
their guest speaker at the league's June meeting. Ms. Stewart is a 2003 graduate of Lecanto  supply sources and potential water supply project options. Public Information Workshop ­
Email, Tom Russell, Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.com
High School. She has bachelor's degrees in political science and international affairs, a  Citrus County,July 23, from 4:30­7:30 p.m.Cornerstone Baptist Church, 1100 W. Highland
Email, Debbie Russell, Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com
masters degree in intercultural studies and begins her doctoral studies in international con-  Blvd in Inverness. The Public Information Workshops will start with an open house from
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flict management this year. She has spent the past two years teaching and training students,  4:30­5:30 p.m., a presentation and discussion starting at 5:30 p.m.
teachers and government officials in Baghdad, Iraq. Despite her young age, she has been
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Ms. Stewart will speak on the perspective of today's youth.Please come and join
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Click It or Ticket seatbelt enforcement campaign
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E y ai., Debbie Russell, will be debbienewscaster@gmail.com
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Seat belts do save lives - and it's the Law. Buckle up Citrus County!
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Be a SHINE Volunteer
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The Florida Department of Elder Affairs invites you to join the award- winning SHINE
Program team of Volunteers. The SHINE Program helps Medicare beneficiaries make
informed decisions about Medicare and health insurance. If you have questions or would
like more information about this exciting opportunity, please call Elder Helpline 1-800-
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963-5337 and ask for Jodine Castin, SHINE Liaison.
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