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A traffic crash in Floral City, April 25, took the life of Brian William Robb, 50, of

Floral City. The crash occurred on E. Trails End Rd. in the area of S. Withlapopka Dr. at

11:50 pm. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, Mr. Robb was driving a 2001 Ford Ex-

plorer sports utility vehicle, traveling south on E. Trails End Rd. and, for unknown reasons,

departed the roadway, traveled onto the south shoulder and collided with a fence. Mr. Robb

sustained fatal injuries and expired at the scene of the crash. The report stated it is unknown

if Mr. Robb was wearing a seatbelt, that alcohol was not a factor, and there are no charges

Commissioner Recognized for Springs Protection Efforts

County Commissioner Dennis Damato was recently recognized by the Southwest

Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) Governing Board for his

service on the Springs Coast Steering Committee. Damato serves as the rep-

resentative for Citrus County on the Steering Committee, which was formed

by SWFWMD in 2014 to address management of spring systems within the

This good looking fellow is Max, a brown,

"I am honored to be a part of this committee who is actively working to

black and gray male tabby. He has a sweet

nature and insisted on being close to the improve our Springs," said Damato. "Water quality and springs preservation has always

photographer at every move, obviously been near to my heart. What the Steering Committee has accomplished and will continue to

Hi, my name is Harry. I'm a very happy

wanting close-up shots for his portfolio! He strive towards will benefit our citizens and visitors alike for many years to come."

young boy who enjoys sitting with you, go-

Three springs located in Citrus County are first magnitude springs and approved as

knows that's also his ticket to a new home,

ing for walks and chewing on beef bones. I

so Max must be smart, as well! He truly priority areas of the Steering Committee. Chassahowitzka Springs, discharging more than

sleep in a crate and prefer that my crate is

enjoyed some time out of his kennel, being 45 million gallons per day, is an Outstanding Florida Water and is part of the springshed that

close to you. I enjoy playing with other dogs

able to look out of the window and check- covers 190 square miles between Citrus and Hernando counties.

or playing fetch with you, and I like giving

Homosassa Springs discharges approximately 62 million gallons per day and the

ing out the goings-on around him. Although

you little kisses, also! I've been an outside

Max has settled in nicely at the shelter, he headspring is located in the Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park. This spring is unique in that

dog, crated at night, but my Foster Mom al-

is is ready for adoption, having been here the headspring vent flows from three points underground with varying water quality and

lows me inside the house and praises me for

since April 11! Max's Animal ID Number is different salinities that blend together.

doing so well at potty training!

31289824, and he can beCat

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Crystal River/Kings Bay is the second largest first magnitude spring and is the

A Humane Society of CENTRAL

Adoption area. The shelter is located at 4030 largest winter refuge for manatees on the Florida Gulf Coast. As part of a National Wildlife

5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446

FLORIDA Pet Rescue, Inc. does home vis-

S. Airport Road in Inverness, behind the Cit- Refuge, this 600 acre bay contains 70 springs.

Phone: (352) 489-4588 Fax: (727) 362-4788

its prior to adoptions in Citrus County and

Email, Tom Russell, Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.comIcommittee includes commissioners from Marion, Citrus, and Hernando Coun-

rus County Fairgrounds on Hwy. 41. Busi-

Email, DebbieeRussell, Editor:- Sat., 10:00 am - 4:00 ties and a City of Crystal River Council member, as well as senior management staff from

n ss hours are Tues. debbienewscaster@gmail.com

If you have a small dog you must

pm. Please call 352-746-8400 or TTY 352- the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conserva-

Wgive iup,s: thenewscaster.com · newscasterarchives.com · history.newscasterarchives.com · thehealthcaster.com

ebs te please call us at 352-527-9050.

tion Commission, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and SWF-

726-7093 for additional information.

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The Crystal River/Kings Bay Surface Water Improvement and Management

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(SWIM) Plan was approved by the Governing Board in March and was a result of the Steer-

ing Committee's efforts. The SWIM plans for Homosassa and Chassahowitzka are current-

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ly being developed and slated for consideration by the Governing Board in 2017. Several

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Citrus County staff

members serve on the management and technical committees and work

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with more than 100 people to ensure our springs issues are being addressed properly.

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RegisterAerialOperation

 for   Class, Lecanto, June 20-24

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Aerialwill be held on June 20-24, at the Fire Training Center

An  Operation Class 

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locatedS.Lecanto Hwy. (CR-491). in Lecanto. The classes will consist of lectures

at 1300   

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and practical exercises on

nition of hazards which may be present during aerial operations. Tuition is $220; students

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Phone: (352) 489-4588must bring gloves, a hard hat and proper attire for master stream operations and aerial ex-

Fax: (727) 362-4788

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Email, Tom Russell, 

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tional infomation or to register, contact Linda Fritz at 352-527-7621 or email her at lfritz@

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Adjusted Office Hours for Veteran Service Office on May 6

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Citrus County Veteran Services has announced has announced there will not be a

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Veterans Service Officer available for appointment or walk-in clients on Friday, May 6 from

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12:00 PM 5:00 PM at their office located at 2804 W. Marc Knighton Court in Lecanto.

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To schedule an appointment with the Veterans Service Officer, please call 352-527-5915.

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