Inside Spring Hill, Issue #123
July 31, 2026
DJ 313 is spinning the tracks and the vibes are on tonight at Jigger Bar. It's Ladies Night, so grab your girls and get ready to dance. It's also National Get Gnarly Day, and we think that fits the Jigger Bar mood perfectly.
If you're looking for family fun, Summer Bingo Night is happening today with island-inspired fun and prizes. And don't forget about tomorrow's Back to School Bash, where you can find free backpacks and school supplies for the kids.
There's so much more waiting for you this weekend, so keep reading for all the details.
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State House Dist. 53 Candidates
Hernando Sun (Feed)
Your next State Representative for District 53 will likely be decided in the upcoming GOP primary, as incumbent Jeff Holcomb shifts his focus to the County Commission. Two strong contenders, John Carroll and Brian Hawkins, are vying for the nomination, each bringing unique experience to the table. Carroll, a three-time DeSantis appointee and U.S. Army veteran, promises to tackle affordability, red tape, and public safety.
Meanwhile, Brian Hawkins, a U.S. Navy veteran and former Hernando County Commissioner, boasts delivering "Florida's largest property tax reduction." Both candidates share strong opinions on the November Property Tax Amendment and how to balance growth with preserving the Nature Coast. Which candidate's vision truly aligns with the future you want for Spring Hill? Get their full answers and decide for yourself.
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Who Is Funding Who?
Hernando Sun (Feed)
Ever wonder who's really funding Hernando County's political hopefuls? With the August 18 Primary approaching, County Commission and School Board candidates have amassed over $425,000. Developers like Coastal Engineering Associates and Deeb Construction are major donors, alongside local figures like Property Appraiser Randy Mazourek and Commissioner Steve Champion.
Did you know Jeff Holcomb’s campaign received $92,000, including from 33 political committees? Or that Kathryn Birren loaned her District 2 campaign a massive $75,000? And in School Board District 5, Kara Champion out-raised incumbent Susan Duval 10-to-1. Find out which Spring Hill neighbors and businesses are making the biggest impact on our local elections.
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Hernando County Commission District 4 Candidate Q&A
Hernando Sun (Feed)
Hernando County Commission District 4 is getting a new leader. Incumbent Jerry Campbell isn't seeking re-election, setting up a clash between Marvin Baynham and State Rep. Jeff Holcomb. Both Republicans, their approaches to Spring Hill's future are distinct, especially as a write-in candidate has made this a closed primary.
Baynham, a firefighter, vows to fight overdevelopment, claiming the county has a "spending problem" with the general fund up 77% since 2020. Holcomb, a former Commission Chair, notes the total budget soared 84% since he left four years ago. With property taxes and transparency at stake, whose vision for Spring Hill aligns with yours? Their full Q&A awaits.
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On this day in history, July 30, 1961, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, made a memorable v…
Weeki Wachee Springs (FB Page)
Weeki Wachee Springs once welcomed a true legend. The King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, made a special pilgrimage right here on July 30, 1961. While filming "Follow That Dream" in nearby Citrus County, Elvis insisted on seeing the world-famous Weeki Wachee mermaids perform their iconic underwater show. He just had to experience the magic.
More than six decades later, that same enchanting spectacle still makes memories for guests of all ages at our beloved spring. What was it about those legendary mermaids that convinced a global superstar to put everything on hold for a visit? Find out what truly happened that day.
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Local Events & Happenings
Florida Coast Cooling Ribbon Cutting
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 12 PM – 1 PM
Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce
15588 Aviation Loop Dr., Brooksville, FL 34604
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate Florida Coast Cooling as a new Chamber Member!
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Summer Bingo Night 2026
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Education Center
6495 Mariner Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34609
🌺 Aloha! Join us for an evening of bingo, exciting prizes, and island-inspired fun for the whole family. Children are welcome! Skip the line and register online today. Admission is $20 per person.…
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Ladies Night
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 9 PM – 11:45 PM
Jigger Bar
7394 St. Andrew Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34613
Ladies, it’s YOUR night 💃✨ Every Friday at Jigger Bar we turn the volume up and the vibes ALL the way on 🔥 🎧 DJ 313 spinning the tracks that keep you moving 🕘 Starts at 9 PM- 2AM 🎉 FREE ENTRY…
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6th Annual Drive For CHAMP1ONS Golf Classic - Hernando Oaks Golf Club
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 7:30 AM
Hernando Oaks Golf Club
5230 Delacroix Dr., Brooksville, FL 34604
Join the CHAMP1 Research Foundation for the 6th Annual Drive for CHAMP1ons Golf Classic to help fund the future of CHAMP1 research. CHAMP1 is an ultra-rare genetic mutation affecting less than 270 pe…
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HCSO Public Safety Day
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 9 AM – 12 PM
Home Depot (Spring Hill, FL)
4765 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL 34606
Building Connections, Protecting Our Community: Public Safety Day 2026 Mark your calendars for a morning of family fun, hands-on learning, and community building! On Saturday, August 1, 2026, the He…
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Spring Hill Farmers Market
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 9 AM – 2 PM
Chili's Restaurant
3085 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL
Local produce, local meat and seafood, plants, crafts, baked goods, sourdough, local honey & so much more! 40 - 80 vendors every week!
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APQS Road Show- Longarm Experience: Brooksville, FL
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 11 AM – 2 PM
Bold Notion Quilting
7075 Hope Hill Road, Brooksville, FL 34601
Considering a longarm quilting machine? Whether you’re envisioning completing your own quilts or launching a quilting business, the APQS Road Show is your opportunity to explore, learn, and experience…
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Tattoo Experience Workshop with Laydie Rivera from Immortal Ink
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 12 PM
The Artist's Realm
9 N Georgia Ave, Brooksville, FL 34601
Tattoo Experience Workshop Join us for a hands-on beginner tattoo experience where you’ll learn basic tattoo machine operation, line work, shading techniques, and tattoo safety while practicing on sy…
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Monthly Steak Shoot at Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 3 PM – 5:00 PM
Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582
13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill, FL 34609
First Saturday of every month - Like BINGO but you yell STEAK! Come join us for some fun, visit with friends and win some steaks! Public Welcome - Bring your friends and family. $10.00 per card Hos…
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Back to School Bash
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 9 PM
Lake House
1202 Kenlake Ave, Spring Hill, FL 34606
🎒 FREE BACKPACK & SCHOOL SUPPLY GIVEAWAY 🎒 (while supplies last - Backpack ticket require) To help make distribution smoother and more organized, all families receiving backpacks and school suppli…
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2nd Annual Teen Cornhole Tournament
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 10 PM
The Snowball Shack
7298 Sunshine Grove Rd., Brooksville, FL 34613
🎉 TEEN BASH ALERT! 🎉 You asked for it…we’re doing it again! Our 2ND TEEN CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT is going down Saturday, August 1! 🌅 Grab your partner and get ready for an epic night of games, prizes…
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Karaoke Night
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 7 PM – 10 PM
Southern Axe House
10507 Hearth Rd., Spring Hill, FL 34608
Join us for a fun, family-friendly night on our outdoor courtyard! Sing your favorite songs or just enjoy the show. 🕖 7PM – 10PM 🍻 Beer & wine available ✨ All ages welcome Come hang out and enjoy…
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House of Light Goddess Circle
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 7:15 PM – 9:30 PM
House of Light Yoga
12560 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill, FL 34609
House of Light Yoga Goddess Circles foster a community of growth and support. It is a gathering for women to connect with themselves and others, set intentions, develop intuitive practices, explore cr…
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Back To School Prayer | Great Life Church
Sunday | August 2, 2026 | 9 AM
Great Life Church
14494 Cortez Blvd, Spring Hill, FL 34613
As a new school year begins, we invite our entire community to join us for a special time of prayer during both services on Sunday, August 2nd at 9am & 10:45am. Whether you're a student, teacher, admi…
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Coffee & Classics
Sunday | August 2, 2026 | 9 AM
Lazy Lizard Hernando Beach
3192 Shoal Line Blvd, Hernando Beach, FL 34607
☕🚗 Coffee. Classics. Community. 🌴 Start your Sunday the way it was meant to be—slow, relaxed, and surrounded by great people. Join us every Sunday morning for Coffee & Classics at The Lazy Lizard,…
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Temple Beth David Open House
Sunday | August 2, 2026 | 11 AM – 2 PM
Temple Beth David
13158 Antelope St., Spring Hill, FL 34609
Join us to learn more about Temple Beth David, our programs, education, our services and much more! Refreshments available. Please call the Temple Office during business hours for additional inform…
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Babushka Babes Bake Sale
Sunday | August 2, 2026 | 12 PM – 3 PM
Temple Beth David
13158 Antelope St., Spring Hill, FL 34609
Our monthly Babushka Babes Bake Sale has changed to the FIRST SUNDAY of each month! Come and check out all the delicious baked goodies available for sale. Pre-ordering and specialty ordering also av…
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Local Restaurant Specials
Friday Fish Fry
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 4 PM – 7:00 PM
American Legion Post 186
12091 Cortez Blvd.
Kick off your weekend with our famous Friday Fish Fry! Enjoy a delicious, freshly prepared meal featuring crispy golden fish, savory sides, and great company. It’s the perfect way to unwind, connect…
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Local Food Trucks
Cali Street Tacos, LLC (Mexican | Tex-Mex | Tacos)
Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center
11175 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill, FL 34609
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Cheese Dreams, LLC (Gourmet Grilled Cheese)
Friday | 11 AM – 6 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center
11175 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill, FL 34609
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Chuck's Dog House (Hot Dogs | Italian Beef)
Friday | 11 AM – 4 PM
Consumer Care Car Lot
4240 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL
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La Florizza (Wood Fired Pizza)
Friday | 11 AM – 9 PM
Pink Dinosaur
3275 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL
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TaterHeads (Stuffed Baked Potatoes)
Friday | 11 AM – 8 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center
11175 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill, FL 34609
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Authentic So. Cal Flavors (Mexican)
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 11 AM – 6 PM
Pine Island - Food Truck Week
10840 Pine Island Dr., Spring Hill, FL
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LaurieCue (BBQ)
Friday | 12 PM – 7 PM
Mobil (SR 50 & US 19)
6200 Commercial Way, Brooksville, FL
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Local Live Entertainment
Joe Jarrell @ Bayport Inn
Joe Jarrell
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Bayport Inn
4835 Cortez Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34607
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Borderline @ Lazy Lizard
Borderline
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 6 PM – 8:30 PM
Lazy Lizard Hernando Beach
3192 Shoal Line Blvd, Hernando Beach, FL 34607
🎶 LIVE MUSIC AT THE LAZY LIZARD 🎶 Join us on July 31st for an exciting night of live music, cold drinks, and waterfront fun at the Lazy Lizard! 🎸 Live Performance by Borderline 📅 July 31st 📍 La…
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Yacht-A-Rock “Sounds of The Seas” @ Sparacia Witherell Family Winery
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 6 PM – 10 PM
Sparacia Witherell Family Winery & Vineyard
21509 Snow Hill Road, Brooksville, FL 34601
🛳️ Get Ready To Cruise! Yacht-A-Rock will be porting in Brooksville Friday, July 31st! 🏖️ Sounds of: Gerry Rafferty, Looking Glass, & Sooo Much More. Encore Entertainment & Sparacia Witherell Family…
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Justin Phillips LIVE @ Marker 48
Justin Phillips
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Marker 48 Brewing
12147 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, FL
Live music featuring Nashville Recording Artist Justin Phillips!
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Dirty Licks @ The Horse & Crown
Dirty Licks
Friday | July 31, 2026 | 9 PM – 1:00 AM
Horse & Crown
5230 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL 34606
A Night of Rock and Dance Hits with Dirty Licks!
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DEAD & EXPERIENCED - THE DAYS BETWEEN - A TRIBUTE TO THE GRATEFUL DEAD
Dead & Experienced
Saturday | August 1, 2026 | 6 PM – 9:30 PM
Sparacia Witherell Family Winery & Vineyard
21509 Snow Hill Road, Brooksville, FL 34601
Dead & Experienced is a Florida-based tribute to the Grateful Dead, bringing together some of the top talent from across the state to celebrate the music, spirit, and improvisational magic of one of A…
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