Tag Archives: Crystal River

Three Sisters Springs is currently closed to swimmers because of manatee populations seeking warmth in the spring.

Students participating in a tutoring program at Inverness Middle School will get more than a grade boost. United Way of Citrus County’s Homework Diner program will give select students free math tutoring after school. The program also offers a complimentary dinner and a ride home via school bus if needed. The program, which is expected …

In honor of Elephant Appreciation Day on Sept. 22, Patricia Zerbini hosted an event on Saturday and Sunday at Two Tails Ranch. The ranch features six elephants and several other exotic animals that are under Zerbini's care. The event raised over $2,000 for the ranch.

The FWC is conducting surveys to discover trends in species of fish being caught in the Gulf of Mexico. Local fishermen agree that monitoring the fish is important, but some question the method of data collection.

The number of craft beer breweries in the state of Florida is rising. The state's tourism industry is helping to increase the popularity of craft beer.

Florida fisherman are concerned with the growing taste for imported fish. As imports from other countries increase, questions of ethics and safety are floating to the surface.

The downtown Gainesville clock has stopped working. The city does not yet know the extent of the problem, but is looking into how long it will take to fix.

One of the four major springs along Crystal River, Three Sisters Springs has been closed on three separate occasions since November to protect manatees, which are an endangered species.

Mertailor, a Crystal River-based company, offers individuals a chance to become mermaids. Eric Ducharme, founder of the company, crafts spandex and silicon tails to make dreams come true.

Some residents in unincorporated parts of Citrus County will see new recycling rules implemented next week.