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Hi Spring Hill, hope you’re having a great weekend!
In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Hidden Florida charm, a manatee paddle, and Art in the Park + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Spring Hill protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 Most-clicked stories this week
Hidden Florida charm: Explore Brooksville just up the road from Spring Hill, with rich history, crystal-clear springs, and the Withlacoochee State Forest offering hiking, biking, camping, and wildlife viewing across Hernando County — read the full story.
Public rollout stirs concerns: Hernando County has unveiled a new online GIS map for development and zoning info, but a Jan. 30 presentation drew complaints about short notice and growth worries in Spring Hill — read the full story.
An enduring local icon: Brooksville’s Coney Island Drive Inn keeps it simple with footlong hot dogs and a memorabilia-filled space, fueling Good Neighbor Trail riders and locals with decades of community-minded flavor — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 This week’s top finds
Closet glow-up, vintage style: When you crave pieces with history (and compliments), Vintage Revenge curates well-kept clothing, jewelry, and quirky decor in a constantly refreshed lineup. Pop in for a quick treasure hunt between errands, or linger and let nostalgia steer your outfit, one serendipitous find at a time.
Craving a real burger? Skip the drive-thru and sink your teeth into a hand-formed patty at The Bistro. From the classic Bistro Burger to the saucy Cowboy Burger, every bite hits that midweek sweet spot, simple, satisfying, and exactly what dinner needed.
Easy movie night win: Plush recliners, reserved seats, real snacks, and drinks to your chair make Spring Hill 8 the go-to for new releases close to home. Ping the group chat, pick something fun, and enjoy two hours off-duty without the Tampa trek.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Sneak peek at next week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🛶 Florida Springs – Manatee Paddle @ Weeki Wachee Preserve | Thursday (3/12) at 8:00 AM – Winter is better spent in crystal-clear springs, not huddled by a space heater. Join a SUP escape to Crystal River and Weeki Wachee for manatee meet-and-greets, easy paddles, and group dinners, then crash at a comfy house with room to share, or splurge solo.
🍓 U Pick Strawberry @ JG Ranch (Brooksville) | Thursday (3/12) at 9:00 AM – Think you still know what real strawberries taste like? JG Ranch does U-pick the old-fashioned way, with sun-warmed berries, muddy boots, and quiet rows that make small talk optional. Fill a bucket, sneak a sample, call it quality time that actually tastes like something.
🌱 Seeds of Hope @ Wellington at Seven Hills | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – HPH Hospice Circle of Giving is serving cocktails, dinner, and auctions, with every bid supporting patients and families. Reserve a table of eight, pick a book for décor and costumes, win bragging rights, a prize, and the right to call it literature for a cause.
🖼 41st Annual Art in the Park @ Tom Varn Park (Brooksville) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Year 41 of Hernando County’s art show returns to Tom Varn Park with 100-plus artists, demos, and a lakeside stroll that counts as culture and steps. Free entry, a $5 parking donation fuels local arts, and kids’ activities and a student show seal the deal.
🚘 2nd Annual Community Car Show @ Hernando County Fairgrounds (Brooksville) | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Whether you’ve got a showpiece on jack stands or just love sniffing fresh car wax, the Rotary’s Community Car Show is your lane. Toss in $25 to enter, over 30 trophies, $10 carload parking, a Kid Zone, vendors, raffle baskets, 50/50, and plenty of eats.
☘ Cloverdrive Irish Drift Festival @ Lead Foot City (Brooksville) | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – Whether your St. Paddy’s tradition is a quiet pint or loud engines, Lead Foot City in Brooksville goes full shamrock with drifting, ride-alongs, indoor drift karting, and a wrestling show. Wear your green, enjoy music, food trucks, multiple bars, and a gloriously rowdy car meet.
🎨 Pet Portraits @ Marker 48 Brewing (Brooksville) | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Come immortalize your fur baby while sipping something cold in Marker 48’s air conditioned room. Lynne Simone pre-sketches the face, you paint, sip, and feel accomplished. $55 covers supplies, instruction, and a drink, spots are limited, so register and email a headshot, pets stay home.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Spring Hill report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 84°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 17%
A slight chance of rain showers between 2pm and 4pm. Mostly sunny. High near 84, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Patchy fog after 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. North northeast wind 0 to 7 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 85°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 8%
Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. North northeast wind 0 to 7 mph. Later: Areas of fog after 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. North wind 1 to 6 mph.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
Most popular house this week
The Grand Canary by DRB Homes offers up to 7 bedrooms across nearly 5,000 square feet and a 3-car garage, available in Key West, Modern, or Contemporary exteriors. A foyer leads to a family room with lanai access, a kitchen with island and pantry, and a primary suite with dual closets and bath. Upstairs, a bonus room opens to balcony.
Take a peek inside →
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