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Inside Spring Hill, Issue #044
May 13, 2026
Spring Hill’s calendar is packed this week, but two serious messages from the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office rise above the noise. First, officials are urging residents to break the silence around mental health and remind people that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Second, scammers are now spoofing HCSO phone numbers and threatening residents with fake arrest warrants unless they pay immediately over the phone. The Sheriff’s Office says flatly: if someone demands money over the phone, it’s a scam.
Outside the headlines, there’s plenty happening around town. Blackberry picking kicks off at JG Ranch, trivia and game nights are filling local venues, Romeo and Juliet hits the stage in Brooksville, and the weekend entertainment lineup includes live music, karaoke, comedy, line dancing, a 90s party, and a full-on Prince tribute show at Sparacia Witherell Winery.
Plus: food trucks, restaurant specials, networking events, family game nights, and enough live entertainment to keep your couch from winning another weekend.
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Breaking the silence and stigma around mental health requires a collective community effort, a powerful message the Hernando County Sheriff's Office champions. They firmly assert that mental well-being holds the same critical importance as physical health, challenging residents to confront this often-overlooked aspect of personal wellness.
The Sheriff's Office actively champions a united approach to dismantle existing barriers, urging every resident to contribute. This means practicing kindness daily, offering a non-judgmental ear to those in need, and proactively encouraging individuals experiencing distress to seek necessary help. Their call emphasizes creating an environment where vulnerability becomes a path to recovery, not a source of shame.
For anyone navigating personal struggles or knowing someone who is, the Sheriff's Office provides a clear directive: reach out. They assure the community that vital support resources are readily available, highlighting that finding and accepting assistance demonstrates profound inner strength. As our community confronts these vital issues, what concrete steps will we take together to truly uplift mental wellness for all?
Source: Hernando County Sheriff (FB Page)
Hernando County Sheriff’s Office never demands payment over the phone to clear a warrant – yet scammers tell residents exactly that. Fraudsters are spoofing caller IDs and impersonating HCSO officials, claiming victims missed jury duty or court dates. They threaten immediate arrest, stating a "bench warrant," supposedly signed by a local judge, exists. These callers then demand payment over the phone to clear the fabricated warrant.
The Sheriff's Office receives complaints about individuals either speaking directly with victims or leaving voicemails. Callers often instruct residents to return a call to numbers where a person claiming HCSO authority or a recorded message identifying HCSO ranks like Sergeant or Captain answers. Victims providing financial information risk serious loss.
Remember, if anyone demands money over the phone, it’s a scam. Hang up immediately and do not provide financial information. But as these digital deceptions grow more sophisticated, what steps can Hernando residents take to ensure they don't become the next target?
Source: Hernando County Sheriff (FB Page)
Local Events & Happenings
Business Builders Spring Hill Weekly Meetup
May 13, 2026 | 11:55 AM – 12:55 PM
Marco's Pizza - 5150 Commercial Way, 5150 Commercial Way, Spring Hill
This is a FREE non seat specific networking group. All we ask is that you show up and participate. Bring lots of cards and get ready to meet new profe…
Food Purchase Required
Book Club for Tweens to Teens: Ages 11-16 years
May 13, 2026 | 5 PM
Citrus & Sage Bookshop, 309 S. Main St, Brooksville
Join us at 5pm for a book club for kids ages 11-16 years old. This book club will be led by the kids with adult help, but they will be deciding what…
Blackberry Picking
May 14, 2026 | 9 AM – 4 PM
JG Ranch, 17200 Wiscon Rd., Brooksville
U Pick Blackberries
Game Night on Thursdays!
May 14, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582, 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill
Thursday nights are for fun and games at Brooksville Elks #2582 on County Line Rd! Cornhole is set up, cards are available, and the shuffleboard and…
🕰️ Optimizing Aging: Longevity Strategies for Vitality
May 14, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Integrative Healing at OM, 4248 Lake in the Woods Drive, Spring Hill
Join Dr. Maria Scunziano-Singh, MD, NMD, DipABLM, for a comprehensive and inspiring free lecture focused on proactive longevity—not just living longer…
Wendy From Tropical Trivia is Back
May 14, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Rookies Family Grille and Bar, 3095 Anderson Snow Rd., Spring Hill
Come join us for a fantastic night of Trivia with Wendy. She is officially going to be joining us every other Thursday Night to test your knowledge an…
Fantasy Book Club
May 14, 2026 | 7 PM – 8:30 PM
Citrus & Sage Bookshop, 309 S. Main St, Brooksville
This Book Club will be run by Zuly at Citrus & Sage. We will discuss everything Dungeon Crawler Carl as a release party for A Parade of Horribles!…
Romeo and Juliet youth production
May 14, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
The Live Oak Theatre, 21030 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville
Youth Theatre production of Romeo and Juliet
Blackberry Picking
May 15, 2026 | 9 AM – 4 PM
JG Ranch, 17200 Wiscon Rd., Brooksville
U Pick Blackberries
Oil Paint Landscape at Hernando Beach Java & Kava!
May 15, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 8 PM
Hernando Beach Java & Kava, 4090 Shoal Line Blvd., Hernando Beach
Want to learn to paint in oils but never tried? This is a great class for all skill levels. We teach you step by step and the techniques to create thi…
Family Game Night
May 15, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
Hernando Beach Java & Kava, 4090 Shoal Line Blvd., Hernando Beach
FAMILY GAME NIGHT EVERY FRIDAY You know what sounds better than sitting around the house doom-scrolling while everyone’s in separate rooms? Uno reve…
LMD Charity Catch & Release Tournament
May 15, 2026 | 6 PM – 6 PM
Florida Cracker Kitchen, 966 E. Jefferson St., Brooksville
Cast your line for a cause at the LMD Catch & Release Tournament, May 16 in Brooksville, benefiting HPH Hospice & CCA Florida Anglers, it’s time to h…
Music Bingo
May 15, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM
Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582, 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill
Is there anything more exciting than playing Music Bingo? Test your music savvy and your luck (and possibly your singing talent) from 7:00 – 9:00 w…
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Local Restaurant Specials
$1 Wing Wednesdays at Bob's 🍗
May 13, 2026 | 11 AM – 9 PM
Brooksville Oyster Bar, 14445 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Brooksville
The best dang wings in the county are just $1 all day long—every Wednesday! Choose from: 🌶️ Medium 🔥 Hot 🧄 Blackened Garlic 🍯 Sweet BBQ 🥣 Bob’s…
Armed Forces Week - NAVY
May 13, 2026 | 11 AM – 9 PM
Mission BBQ, 14363 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville
We’re inviting all Navy active service members & veterans to enjoy a FREE sandwich
Local Food Trucks
Marie & Me Coffee (Coffee)
We are a mobile coffee trailer specializing in handcrafted lattes, specialty coffee drinks, delicious cocoas. We pride ourselves on using only clean,…
May 13, 2026 | 6:45 AM – 12 PM
Verizon - 4106 Mariner Blvd., 4106 Mariner Blvd., Spring Hill
Cali Street Tacos, LLC (Mexican | Tex-Mex | Tacos)
Originally from California and bring authentic Mexican flavors to Spring hill Fl. Voted best food truck and Mexican restaurant
May 13, 2026 | 9 AM – 5 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center, 11175 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill
Cheese Dreams, LLC (Gourmet Grilled Cheese)
Cheese Dreams offers foods from Classic to Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Soups, sides and more
May 13, 2026 | 11 AM – 5 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center, 11175 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill
TaterHeads (Stuffed Baked Potatoes)
We serve baked and stuffed russet potatoes. We also serve stuffed potato skins.
May 13, 2026 | 11 AM – 6 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center, 11175 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill
Two Grandma Soul Food (Soul Food)
We are the best soul food truck in the Tampa Bay Area offering up some of the most amazing food..
May 13, 2026 | 11 AM – 6 PM
Pine Island Beach (2), 10840 Pine Island Dr., Spring Hill
La Florizza (Wood Fired Pizza)
Authentic wood fired pizza made in a Marra Forni brick oven
May 13, 2026 | 12 PM – 7 PM
Pink Dinosaur, 3275 Commercial Way, Spring Hill
LaurieCue (BBQ)
Proudly serving Award Winning, Real Wood Hot & Fast 'Cue, Fresh Sides, Sauces & Rubs
May 13, 2026 | 12 PM – 7 PM
Mobil (SR 50 & US 19), 6200 Commercial Way, Brooksville
Spice Corner (Indian)
Authentic Indian flavors, home recipes. Butter chicken, chicken Tikka masala, Samosa, Naan, Indian tacos and Basmati rice.
May 13, 2026 | 12 PM – 9 PM
Marker 48 Brewing, 12147 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville
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Local Live Entertainment
Karaoke
Bayport Inn, 4835 Cortez Blvd., Spring Hill
May 13, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
Book BINGO!
Citrus & Sage Bookshop, 309 S. Main St, Brooksville
May 13, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Your ticket includes 1 spot for Bingo and 1 packet of bingo cards good for 5 games! Please only purchase 1 ticket per person who is attending - multip…
$5 | Pre-purchase Required: No
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Line Dancing with Faith & DJ Dave Martini
R Country Bar & Grill, 7269 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill
May 13, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM
Do you want to learn the basics of line dancing from high social media presence, Award winner and choreographer of one of the hottest new line dances…
$5 for Dance Lessons | Pre-purchase Required: No
Open Mic Comedy Night
Tidal Brewing Company, 14311 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill
May 13, 2026 | 8 PM – 9:30 PM
Please join your host and Tidal’s awesome bartender, Ryan Cleveland, in the taproom every other Wednesday night for an open mic comedy night where we…
Pre-purchase Required: No
Bruce Cole
Musical Performance
Bayport Inn, 4835 Cortez Blvd., Spring Hill
May 14, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
Thursday Open Mic @ The Peacock Theater (Sparacia Witherell Family Winery)
Sparacia Witherell Family Winery & Vineyard, 21509 Snow Hill Road, Brooksville
May 14, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT STOP BY TONIGHT FOR LIVE MUSIC! 🫵🎶👀 The Peacock Theater will be having their Weekly Open Mic Tonight! 😎 Bring a Friend & An…
Pre-purchase Required: No
George Mac
Musical Performance
Bayport Inn, 4835 Cortez Blvd., Spring Hill
May 15, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
Ultimate Prince Experience @ Sparacia Witherell Family Winery (Revolution 5677)
Sparacia Witherell Family Winery & Vineyard, 21509 Snow Hill Road, Brooksville
May 15, 2026 | 6 PM – 9:30 PM
🪩 PRINCE FANS UNITE! 👊 WE’RE GONNA PARTY LIKE IT’S 1999. Ultimate Prince Experience @ Sparacia Witherell Winery 💃🏽 🎟️: GET TICKETS HERE 👉 htt…
Pre-purchase Required: No
Music Bingo Night By:Irvy
Southern Axe House, 10507 Hearth Rd., Spring Hill
May 15, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM
Get ready to sing it loud and mark it off! 🎤🎶 Join us at Southern Axe House for a night of Music Bingo — where your favorite songs replace numbers…
Pre-purchase Required: No
7th Isle
Musical Performance
Bayport Inn, 4835 Cortez Blvd., Spring Hill
May 16, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
90s Party @ The Lazy Lizard!
Lazy Lizard Hernando Beach, 3192 Shoal Line Blvd, Hernando Beach
May 16, 2026 | 6 PM – 10 PM
The Lazy Lizard is going to be Rocking Saturday the 16th. Downsyde Up is hosting a 90s Party and your invited! If you like Alice in Chains, Red Hot Ch…
Pre-purchase Required: No
Julie Black Duo @ The Peacock Theater (Sparacia Witherell Family Winery)
Sparacia Witherell Family Winery & Vineyard, 21509 Snow Hill Road, Brooksville
May 16, 2026 | 6 PM
🍷 Looking for the perfect Saturday night? The Peacock Theater has the answer! 🎵 Doors open at 6pm. Pick your bottle from Sparacia Witherell Family…
Pre-purchase Required: No
Wade Hunt Williams - Live Music
Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582, 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill
May 16, 2026 | 7 PM – 11 PM
“Faith, Family and Country” are the themes that resonate in Wade Hunt Williams Soulful Country music. Williams’s mission is to move you to sing, danc…
Pre-purchase Required: No
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