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Hey Spring Hill, hope your week’s off to a good start! In case you missed yesterday’s email, BaseLocal Business went live last week… and it’s going way better than I ever could have imagined!
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That’s all for today – let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
District projects gain momentum: Rep. Gus Bilirakis announced $14.6 million for Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus projects, including Brooksville wastewater upgrades and USF brain research, with funding pending Senate approval and a presidential signature — see what’s funded and pending.
Public records compliance emphasized: Hernando County Sheriff’s Office has named Tyler O’Donnell body-worn camera coordinator as the program moves forward. Deputy training will begin in February, with 294 Axon cameras approved at $2.9 million — read the full story.
Transformative first-year results: Hernando County Sheriff’s Office reported big progress at the county animal shelter, with far fewer animals in care and many adoptions improving outcomes for Spring Hill pets and families — see the year-one results.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per 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.
Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had its best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
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Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
Progress after holiday disruptions: In Spring Hill and across Hernando County, garbage and recycling are stabilizing after the switch from Republic Services to Coastal Waste & Recycling. Coastal is addressing missed pickups and schedule mix-ups, has added call staff, and the county is opening the landfill early for longer hours and more trips. Get all the details.
New pair kind of day: For school sneakers, everyday sandals, or a little treat-yourself moment, Shoe Station keeps it easy with a wide, low-stress selection. Find styles that fit your life, your budget, and your pace, so shopping feels simple, not like a marathon.
Make-your-own wine fix: Whether you’re after a hangout project or a new house bottle, Once Upon A Vine helps you craft wine on-site from quality kits. They guide, you stir… then a few weeks later you’re corking and labeling your own stash. Relaxed process, serious bragging rights.
A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🥫 Garden to Glass Canning Workshop: Zesty Pickled Cauliflower @ WellCome OM Integral Healing & Education Center | Tuesday (1/20) at 2:00 PM – If your pantry’s been a little beige, come pickle cauliflower with Jess at OM Cafe and learn brines, crisp tricks, and jar sealing without a YouTube rabbit hole. Hands-on, all supplies included, $25. Grandma approves, your future appetizers, salads, and snack plate will too.
🎯 Assassins @ Stage West Playhouse | Friday (1/23) at 2:00 PM – Assassins turns the history you nodded through in civics into a dark, provocative musical that lets the would-be presidential killers sing. Expect sharp humor, unsettling insights, and tunes that stick. You’ll reflect, wince, and probably argue in the parking lot.
🚙 All Star Monster Truck Tour @ Hernando County Fair Association | Friday (1/23) at 7:00 PM – Think you’re too grown-up for monster trucks? Please. The All Star Monster Truck Tour brings roaring engines, car-crushing chaos, and dirt-slinging stunts, the kind the kids love and your inner 12-year-old secretly needs. Grab earplugs, a corndog, and embrace the noise.
This weekend
📚 Booksville @ Hernando County Fair Association | Saturday (1/24) at 10:00 AM – Booksville is a blissful excuse to wander among stories without the homework. Expect author readings, irresistible book sales, and clever, bookish games and activities, plus plenty of corners to linger, trade recommendations, and feel smug about supporting your attention span.
🐾 Happy Tails Market @ Humane Society of the Naturecoast | Saturday (1/24) at 10:00 AM – Whether you need fresh goodies or just an excuse to chat with half the neighborhood, swing by the Happy Tails Market. It’s the easygoing Saturday staple, with friendly faces, local finds, and yes, probably a few wagging tails. Show up, browse, support.
🍂 The Raven’s Harvest Market @ Artisan Haven | Sunday (1/25) at 10:00 AM – If your fridge needs a personality upgrade, head to the Raven’s Harvest Market at Artisan Haven. Stock up on real-deal produce, sourdough, eggs, honey, and cottage-made treats, sip something from The Raven’s Nook, then linger and chat like we used to. Fourth Sundays, zero fuss.
🍷 Masaryk Wine Run 5k @ Masaryk Winery | Sunday (1/25) at 10:00 AM – Whether you power walk like it’s Publix before closing or actually run, this 5k winds through Masaryk Winery, with views, vines, and post-race pours made from Florida-grown fruit. Timed for the competitive, chill for the rest, plus swag you’ll actually use.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Spring Hill report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 63°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 0%
Areas of frost before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 63. North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 39. Wind chill values as low as 35. Northeast wind around 7 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 73°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 0%
Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind 6 to 9 mph. Later: Cloudy, with a low around 53. Northeast wind around 6 mph.
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