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It’s Friday, Spring Hill! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Cirque Ma’Ceo, 41st Annual Art in the Park, and animal shelter adoptions milestone + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Streamlined care yields results: The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office reported gains at the county animal shelter after its first year, including 1,511 adoptions and a sharp drop in animals housed across Spring Hill — get all the details.
Unexpected hills and history: A feature spotlights Brooksville, near Spring Hill, as a peaceful, affordable choice for retirees, with comfortable living around $1,800 a month, small-town charm, markets, and an annual blueberry festival — read the full story.
County history uncovered: After Hernando County marked its 183rd birthday on Feb. 21, a museum column highlighted Alfred A. McKethan’s book of founding laws, available at the Heritage Museum and 1885 Depot Museum — learn what’s inside the book.
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.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Fresh wall inspiration: When your living room needs more than aisle-9 filler, ART 4 ART offers a cozy local gallery with thoughtfully curated pieces from artists worth discovering. A slow IRL browse reveals textures, color, and stories that suit your space, letting a quiet favorite finally claim that empty wall.
Backyard hangout, unlocked: Deck King crafts sturdy wood and composite decks with clean lines and smart details, turning evening breezes into front-row seats, not excuses to stare at pavers. If your patio feels meh, Deck King will design something you’re proud to share with the neighbors.
Neighborhood seafood fix: Bayport Inn keeps it classic…crispy baskets, Gulf-fresh plates, and a no-fuss porch hang with friends over cold drinks. When the week piles up, dinner at Bayport Inn makes unwinding easy, so you can relax and linger a little longer.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌱 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.
🎪 Cirque Ma’Ceo @ Hernando County Fairgrounds (Brooksville) | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Take a break from yard work and step into the big top for Cirque Ma’Ceo, where world-class horsemanship meets acrobatics you’ll feel in your knees. It’s in Brooksville for a quick run, so grab seats, bring the crew, and claim cool-parent status.
🖼 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.
🐾 Happy Tails Market @ Humane Society of the Nature Coast (Brooksville) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’re stocking up on local goodies or just walking the dog and people-watching, the Happy Tails Market is your easy Saturday win. Swing by, say hello, and support the folks who keep this town charming, one booth, wag, and neighborly chat at a time.
🍻 Broad Street Brewing Company 2 Year Anniversary Oddities/Art Market @ Broad Street Brewing Company (Brooksville) | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – A second birthday you actually want to attend, with handcrafted beer, live music, art, oddities, and food trucks. Broad Street Brewing is going big, so bring curiosity, sensible shoes, and thirst. If you have quirky wares to sell, email [email protected] for vendor info.
🎶 Barbershop Harmony Concert @ Nativity Lutheran Church of Weeki Wachee | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Think you still know your barbershop tags from your doo wop choruses? The Harmonizers are bringing tight harmonies and corny jokes to Nativity Lutheran Church, and the concert is gloriously free. Bring a friend, expect goosebumps, and leave humming something your grandparents loved.
🎨 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.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Spring Hill report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 82°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 4%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Northeast wind 7 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Northeast wind around 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 83°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 49%
A slight chance of rain showers between 8am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. East wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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