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Over a decade ago, Crystal River and Kings Bay faced a daunting challenge. Hydrilla, an invasive water plant species, had overrun the waters, threatening the delicate ecosystem. In an attempt

Now that it has been completed, a manatee — one of ultimately 15 hand-molded and hand-painted fiberglass manatees constructed — will be going to its new home with a private

Just past its centennial, the town’s favorite part-time residents are returning en masse

On the eve of Crystal River's 100-year anniversary, the town's favorite part-time residents are returning en masse

To fight the growing problem of the dwindling manatee population, Jessica Mailliez and Lisa Moore are cleaning Crystal River.

To fight the growing problem of the dwindling manatee population, Jessica Mailliez and Lisa Moore are cleaning Crystal River.