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It’s official. As of Monday, Doug Baber is no longer the Crystal River city manager, having tendered his resignation. According to the separation agreement worked out, he will now serve

The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Department of Growth Management has recently received numerous development permits and applications.

The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Department of Growth Management has recently received numerous development permits and applications.

Here are the development permits and applications in Citrus County, Florida for September 2023:

Following a meeting with Citrus County Supervisor of Elections Maureen “Mo” Baird that also included current City Manager Ken Frink, Crystal River City Attorney Rob Batsel said there still is

The passing of Crystal River City Council member Patrick Fitzpatrick, who died on June 7 from brain cancer, has raised questions about the city’s process for filling his seat, both

As more people discover Marion County, the rising population includes not just retirees but young families, with plenty of children in tow. The people

A U.S. District Court judge ruled in the plaintiffs favor, stating the city could not arrest or cite homeless people for sleeping outside without first checking to see if they were any available beds at an emergency shelter. In response, City Council unanimously agreed to adopt the ordinance so that it is in line with the federal ruling.  Violating the right to free speech As for the newest lawsuit: In a news release, the plaintiffs said the city and its police force are criminalizing...