‘End of an Era’: Duke Energy implodes stacks at Crystal River power plant
The stacks at the Duke Energy two-unit coal power plant, which has been a staple of Crystal River since the 1960s, were imploded Saturday morning.
The stacks at the Duke Energy two-unit coal power plant, which has been a staple of Crystal River since the 1960s, were imploded Saturday morning.
Meet the Buccaneers' nominee for NFL Fan of the Year
A Citrus County woman is being recognized for being a die-hard Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan, representing the Bucs as the team's Fan of the Year in an NFL competition.
A Citrus County woman is being recognized for being a die-hard Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan, representing the Bucs as the team's Fan of the Year in an NFL competition.
Monkey Island in Homosassa is getting a major overhaul in 2022
Monkey Island has sat in the Homosassa River for decades. But now, a major project will begin to overhaul and update the tiny island, and it couldn't have been done without the Nature Coast community rallying together.
Monkey Island has sat in the Homosassa River for decades. But now, a major project will begin to overhaul and update the tiny island, and it couldn't have been done without the Nature Coast community rallying together.
Monkey Island of Homosassa, a Florida tale
Back in the 1960s, a Citrus County developer tried to fix two problems and ended up creating Florida's own Alcatraz. Monkey Island remains a fixture for the state's Nature Coast, beloved by locals and an attraction for visitors.
Back in the 1960s, a Citrus County developer tried to fix two problems and ended up creating Florida's own Alcatraz. Monkey Island remains a fixture for the state's Nature Coast, beloved by locals and an attraction for visitors.
Meet the primate residents of Florida's Monkey Island: Ralph, Emily, and Ebony
Ralph, Emily and Ebony. They are the energetic primates living on Florida's own version of Alcatraz, Monkey Island. They love to swing by their tails, enjoy the scenic views of Homosassa River and eat. Their favorite meal? Sweet potato.
Ralph, Emily and Ebony. They are the energetic primates living on Florida's own version of Alcatraz, Monkey Island. They love to swing by their tails, enjoy the scenic views of Homosassa River and eat. Their favorite meal? Sweet potato.
Citrus County woman charged with sexual battery, human trafficking
On Friday, U.S. Marshals arrested Kristin Jarvis, after they say she had sex with a teenager while working as a para-professional at Silver River Mentoring and Instruction, a private company that operates the Renaissance Center located in Lecanto.
On Friday, U.S. Marshals arrested Kristin Jarvis, after they say she had sex with a teenager while working as a para-professional at Silver River Mentoring and Instruction, a private company that operates the Renaissance Center located in Lecanto.
Citrus County man caught on camera burning Christ statue before lighting 2 separate fires, deputies say
James Lee Harris, 25, of Beverly Hills, was arrested Friday night after deputies say he set several structure fires in Citrus County and burned a statue of Jesus Christ.
James Lee Harris, 25, of Beverly Hills, was arrested Friday night after deputies say he set several structure fires in Citrus County and burned a statue of Jesus Christ.
Coast Guard rescues 2 from disabled sailboat off Homosassa Springs coast
Two men were rescued from a disabled 42-foot sailboat Saturday night 31 miles off the coast of Homosassa Springs, according to the Coast Guard.
Two men were rescued from a disabled 42-foot sailboat Saturday night 31 miles off the coast of Homosassa Springs, according to the Coast Guard.
U.S. 19 lanes closed in Homosassa after hole opens in road
According to the sheriff’s office, the “depression” formed in the northbound lanes of U.S. 19 near South Oakridge Drive in Homosassa.
According to the sheriff’s office, the “depression” formed in the northbound lanes of U.S. 19 near South Oakridge Drive in Homosassa.
Hundreds gather to honor the life of Citrus High football star Antonio Hicks
Friends, family, faculty, and coaches from Citrus High School gathered at Cornerstone Baptist Church to honor 16-year-old Antonio Hicks.
Friends, family, faculty, and coaches from Citrus High School gathered at Cornerstone Baptist Church to honor 16-year-old Antonio Hicks.
Family, Citrus High community struggles with sudden loss of standout student-athlete
Hours before his death, 16-year-old Antonio Hick drove his new car to school for the first time. The car has now become a small memorial, covered with flowers. The football team's helmets also have a tribute, an angel with the number 56, which Antonio wore on his jersey.
Hours before his death, 16-year-old Antonio Hick drove his new car to school for the first time. The car has now become a small memorial, covered with flowers. The football team's helmets also have a tribute, an angel with the number 56, which Antonio wore on his jersey.
Citrus High football player dies after collapsing during practice, school district says
A student-athlete in Citrus County has died after collapsing during football practice, the school district said in a Facebook post Tuesday.
A student-athlete in Citrus County has died after collapsing during football practice, the school district said in a Facebook post Tuesday.
CCSO investigating fatal shooting in Crystal River
One person is dead following a shooting early Saturday morning at the Loft Bar and Grill in Crystal River, according to the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office.
One person is dead following a shooting early Saturday morning at the Loft Bar and Grill in Crystal River, according to the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office.
Crystal River bowler rolls 2 perfect games in a row, plans on going pro
Seth Phillips, 21, has only been bowling seriously for three years, but plans on going pro after he bowled two perfect games in a row.
Seth Phillips, 21, has only been bowling seriously for three years, but plans on going pro after he bowled two perfect games in a row.
Citrus County man sentenced to life in prison for murder of adoptive mother, former teacher
It's been nearly three years since a Citrus County woman was found murdered at her home, and now her adopted son will spend the rest of his life in prison for her death, a judge ruled Tuesday.
It's been nearly three years since a Citrus County woman was found murdered at her home, and now her adopted son will spend the rest of his life in prison for her death, a judge ruled Tuesday.
Citrus County deputies investigating suspicious death as possible homicide
The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a suspicious death as a possible homicide after a man was found dead in a pickup truck in the woods early Thursday morning.
The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a suspicious death as a possible homicide after a man was found dead in a pickup truck in the woods early Thursday morning.
As COVID-19 cases rise in schools, health officials say it’s going to get worse before it gets better
Across the Bay Area, COVID cases are quickly beginning to pile up in schools.
Across the Bay Area, COVID cases are quickly beginning to pile up in schools.
2 arrested after 84 animals, 1 child found living in ‘deplorable' conditions in Citrus County
Tabitha Kaye Iverson, 51, and Christine Anne Iverson, 42, have been arrested after deputies say they discovered a child and more than 80 animals living in deplorable conditions.
Tabitha Kaye Iverson, 51, and Christine Anne Iverson, 42, have been arrested after deputies say they discovered a child and more than 80 animals living in deplorable conditions.
Swim with manatees in Crystal River
Swimming with wild manatees is certainly one of the most Florida things you can do. Tour companies at King's Bay in Crystal River make the activity possible year-round.
Swimming with wild manatees is certainly one of the most Florida things you can do. Tour companies at King's Bay in Crystal River make the activity possible year-round.
Tropical Storm Elsa information: Citrus County
Ongoing updates from Citrus County as Tropical Storm Elsa approaches Florida.
Ongoing updates from Citrus County as Tropical Storm Elsa approaches Florida.