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Citrus County's Planning Commission has unanimously rejected a controversial drive-through oil-change proposal due to environmental concerns and safety risks in a high-hazard area.

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Planning commission recommends denial of drive-through oil‑change plan in coastal high‑hazard area
The Citrus County Planning & Development Commission voted unanimously June 4 to recommend denial of PUB-2025-00009, a proposed Take Five drive-through oil‑change and subdivision on US 19, citing self-imposed nonconformities and environmental risks tied to coastal flood hazards and uncertain oil-handling safeguards.
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June 9, 2026 at 4:13 AM
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Citrus County commissioners just made a bold move, unanimously denying a controversial sand mine proposal after residents raised serious environmental and safety concerns!

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Citrus County commissioners deny Lecanto sand‑mine rezoning after residents, staff cite code and environmental gaps
After a two‑hour evidentiary hearing and extensive public comment, the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners voted 5–0 Aug. 11 to deny a comprehensive‑plan and PUD rezoning request from Lecanto/Locanto Sand LLC, citing unresolved permitting, setback, traffic and reclamation concerns.
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August 12, 2026 at 8:37 PM
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Citrus County has just secured a historic $16.4 million state grant for sewer rehabilitation, alongside an additional $4.3 million for Springs restoration, promising cleaner waterways and enhanced public health!

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Citrus County wins largest state sewer grant in county history, adds Springs restoration funds for Old Homosassa
Citrus County officials announced a $16.4 million state award for countywide sewer rehabilitation and an additional $4.3 million Springs Restoration grant to build a regional wastewater collection system in Old Homosassa; county staff said the grants will reduce nutrient pollution by replacing failing septic systems.
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December 20, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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Citrus County residents are raising alarm bells about potential water quality issues tied to a controversial new development project—could this be the tipping point for community action?

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Public hearing opens on South Highview Avenue residential project concerns
Community members express concerns over water quality and septic systems for new residential project
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April 20, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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A $4 million funding request could be the key to revitalizing Kings Bay and celebrating Crystal River's centennial—discover how community efforts are transforming this vital ecosystem!

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Safe Crystal River requests $4M for Kings Bay restoration efforts
Safe Crystal River seeks $4 million funding to continue Kings Bay restoration by July 2023
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March 21, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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Citrus County is taking bold steps to restore the Rainbow River, tackling invasive plants and enhancing community health through innovative projects!

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Community Launches Rainbow River Hydrilla Removal and Eelgrass Restoration Project
Local volunteers start project to tackle hydrilla in Rainbow River and promote eelgrass growth.
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March 21, 2025 at 10:36 AM