Happy Friday, Spring Hill!

Get ready for a jam-packed weekend as Issue #081 drops just in time for an incredible lineup of local events. Tonight, June 19th, choose your adventure: soar to new heights with an Aerial Yoga session, challenge your wits at a Salem After Dark Trivia Night, or spark some healthy competition at Family Game Night. And don't miss the high-octane thrills of Floor It Friday drag racing!

Looking ahead to the weekend? Saturday brings the Spring Hill Farmers Market, a unique Summerween event with flash tattoos, books, and brews, plus a free Perfume Roller Ball Class. Sunday is Father's Day, and there are special dining options at The Silver Dolphin and a hilarious Dad Joke Competition. Plus, live music and delicious food trucks are rolling all weekend long.

Don't just read about it – get out and experience Spring Hill!

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Year-Over-Year Increase in Pending Single-Family Home Sales

Hernando Sun (Feed)

Our local housing market just flashed a major signal for the months ahead: new pending single-family home sales in Hernando County surged an impressive 12.3%, pointing to strong buyer demand despite a dip in actual closed transactions.

Buyers put 449 single-family properties under contract in April, up from 400 recorded in April 2025. While closed home sales dropped 21.5%, median single-family prices saw only a mild 1.7% contraction, hitting $322,970 compared to $328,445 last year. Sellers still secured 95.8% of their original asking price, though properties spent slightly longer on the market, averaging 84 days.

Meanwhile, townhomes and condos saw value appreciation, with median prices climbing 2% to $255,000, up from $250,000 in April 2025. This segment, however, experienced fewer closed sales and new pending contracts, yet sellers moved properties 15% faster, in an average of 91 days. What do these mixed signals mean for homeowners and hopeful buyers as we head deeper into summer?

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Hernando School Board Approves Partnership with ABC Apprenticeship

Hernando Sun (Feed)

Hernando County schools stand to gain nearly $400,000, thanks to a newly approved partnership. School Board members recently greenlit an arrangement between Wilton Simpson Technical College and ABC Apprenticeship, allowing the district to retain 10% of state funding as a pass-through agency for adult apprenticeship programs.

ABC Apprenticeship provides adults with paid on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and certifications in nine trades, including electrical and plumbing. Though the program doesn't initially target Hernando County students, the district acts as a vital education agency, processing state funds for ABC's more than 800 current students and keeping its 10% share for local initiatives. Currently, enrollees travel to ABC's Tampa chapter, but officials see potential for local programs if employers can gather 20-25 apprentices for a specific trade.

District leaders expressed optimism this initial partnership lays groundwork for bringing these valuable trade programs directly to WTC within two years, potentially generating even more revenue for our community. Will local employers step up to bring these training opportunities closer to home?

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Hernando County Government offices will be closed tomorrow, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

Hernando County Government (FB Page)

Major closures will affect Hernando County government offices tomorrow, June 19, 2026, as the community observes Juneteenth. This widespread shutdown means most county services will temporarily pause, though a handful of essential operations will continue uninterrupted. Residents planning a library visit will find Spring Hill and East Hernando branches closed, reopening Saturday, June 20. All other county offices and services impacted by the holiday will resume their regular hours on Monday, June 22.

But fear not for your essential daily routines. Crucial public services will largely maintain their schedules. Waste services, including both the West Hernando and East Hernando Solid Waste Convenience Centers and the Main Landfill, will operate during normal hours. Coastal Waste & Recycling confirms it will stick to its scheduled residential trash, recycling, and yard waste collection. Plus, TheBus continues its regular routes, keeping residents on the move.

As Hernando County respectfully marks Juneteenth, which vital services will you count on to keep our community running this Friday?

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Summer Aerial Series: Explore & Soar
June 19, 2026 | 7:35 AM – 7:36 AM
House of Light Yoga, 12560 Spring Hill Dr.
Summer Aerial Series: Exolore & Soar Elevate your practice this summer with a 4-week journey through the air. This all-levels series uses the aerial…
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🌙🕯️Salem After Dark: Trivia Night
June 19, 2026 | 6 PM – 8 PM
Artisan Haven BVL, 134 E. Fort Dade Ave
History. Folklore. Magic. Fun. Join us at Artisan Haven & The Raven’s Nook for an evening of candlelit trivia inspired by witchcraft lore, gothic lit…
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Family Game Night
June 19, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
Hernando Beach Java & Kava, 4090 Shoal Line Blvd.
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…
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Floor It Friday - Drag Racing, Burnouts, Car Truck Bike Meet at Lead Foot City (June 19th, 6-10pm)
June 19, 2026 | 6 PM – 10 PM
Lead Foot City, 17109 Old Ayers Rd.
BUY TICKETS & TECH CARDS DAY OF SHOW CASH or CARD AT THE GATES CALL 844-532-3366 FOR ANY QUESTIONS Floor It Friday's at Lead Foot City is a Party Nigh…
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Magic the Gathering Marvel Super Heroes pre release
June 19, 2026 | 6 PM
Never Board Games (Brooksville, FL), 19249 Cortez Blvd.
Magic the Gathering Marvel Super Heroes pre release Friday, 19th. Event kits get handed out 6pm, deck construction starts at 630. Prizes provided! $35…
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Parents Night Out - Glow Splash Pool Party
June 19, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
Hernando YMCA, 1300 Mariner Blvd.
At the Y, we know parents need a break from time to time. Parent's Night Out gives children an opportunity to spend time away from their parents while…
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Ladies Night
June 19, 2026 | 9 PM – 11:45 PM
Jigger Bar, 7394 St. Andrew Blvd.
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 ke…
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Spring Hill Farmers Market
June 20, 2026 | 9 AM – 2 PM
Chili's Restaurant, 3085 Commercial Way
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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Spring Hill Showcase #28
June 20, 2026 | 9 AM – 4 PM
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 13485 Spring Hill Dr.
Trading card event…our 28th show at this venue…sports/non-sports, Pokemon, memorabilia, Funkos, comics, and who knows what else? 74 vendor tables buyi…
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✨🌙 Perfume Roller Ball Class - June 20th
June 20, 2026 | 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Artisan Haven BVL, 134 E. Fort Dade Ave
Create your signature scent and carry your magic with you. Join us at Artisan Haven & The Raven’s Nook for a cozy, hands-on perfume blending class wh…
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Happy Tails Market
June 20, 2026 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Humane Society of the Nature Coast, 7200 Mobley Rd.
Come join us again for this Saturday’s Market! Stop by, say hello, and show your support — we’d love to see you there!
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VFW Membership Recruiting Event
June 20, 2026 | 10 AM – 8 PM
VFW Post 10209, 14736 Edward R Noll Dr.
Our veterans served our country with honor—now it's our turn to come together and support those who continue to serve our communities. Whether you're…
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Veronica Hess Author Signing
June 20, 2026 | 11 AM – 3 PM
Citrus & Sage Bookshop, 309 S. Main St
Please welcome author Veronica Hess with her book Acropolis - she will be here signing books and ready to talk you into your new favorite book!
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Warhammer Armageddon release!
June 20, 2026 | 12 PM
Never Board Games (Brooksville, FL), 19249 Cortez Blvd.
June 20th Warhammer 11th edition release. Request Armageddon boxes now! 295 each. Quantities limited. Comes with Space Marines, Orks, Rule book and Ch…
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Summerween - Books, Brews and Flash Tattoos
June 20, 2026 | 4 PM – 10 PM
Citrus & Sage Bookshop, 309 S. Main St
‼️SURPRISE FLASH EVENT‼️ 🎃Come join us for a joint summerween event by @citrus_sage_bookshop & @foxandfangtattoos ☀️$100 gets you a tattoo from ou…
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Father’s Day at The Silver Dolphin
June 21, 2026 | 7 AM – 9 PM
Silver Dolphin Restaurant & Store, 4036 Shoal Line Blvd.
Dad doesn’t need another tie… he needs a good meal. 😎🍽️ Celebrate Father’s Day at The Silver Dolphin with our special kabob lineup: 🥩 Steak Kabobs…
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Musical Bingo @ Marker 48
June 21, 2026 | 12 PM – 2:30 PM
Marker 48 Brewing, 12147 Cortez Blvd.
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6.21.26 Masaryk Winery - 2x4 home decor
June 21, 2026 | 2 PM – 4 PM
Masaryk Winery, 19121 Phillips Rd.
Unleash Your Creativity: DIY 2x4 Wooden Home Decor Workshop Turn a simple piece of lumber into a stunning, personalized piece of home decor! Join us…
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Father's Day Open Mic & Best Dad Joke Competition
June 21, 2026 | 5 PM – 6:30 PM
Tidal Brewing Company, 14311 Spring Hill Dr.
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Marie & Me Coffee (Coffee)
Friday | 7:45 AM – 12 PM
Verizon - 4106 Mariner Blvd.
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Cali Street Tacos, LLC (Mexican | Tex-Mex | Tacos)
Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center
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Cheese Dreams, LLC (Gourmet Grilled Cheese)
Friday | 11 AM – 6 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center
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Chuck's Dog House (Hot Dogs | Italian Beef)
Friday | 11 AM – 4 PM
Consumer Care Car Lot
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La Florizza (Wood Fired Pizza)
Friday | 11 AM – 9 PM
Pink Dinosaur
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TaterHeads (Stuffed Baked Potatoes)
Friday | 11 AM – 8 PM
Ken's Spring Hill Service Center
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LaurieCue (BBQ)
Friday | 12 PM – 7 PM
Mobil (SR 50 & US 19)
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Scott Fallon
Live Music
Bayport Inn, 4835 Cortez Blvd.
June 19, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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Actual Bank Robbers Pride Show
Marker 48 Brewing, 12147 Cortez Blvd.
June 19, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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Aaron Zee
Live Music: Aaron Zee
Hernando Beach Tropical Grill, 4139 Shoal Line Blvd.
June 20, 2026 | 2 PM – 5 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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20th Floor
Live Music
Bayport Inn, 4835 Cortez Blvd.
June 20, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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LIVE MUSIC ON THE RIVER at Mary’s Fish Camp
Mary's Fish Camp, 8092 Marys Fish Camp Rd.
June 20, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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Billy Isner Duo
Live Music: Billy Isner Duo
Marker 48 Brewing, 12147 Cortez Blvd.
June 20, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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SMOOTH & Friends with Special Guest Joe Donato
Sparacia Witherell Family Winery & Vineyard, 21509 Snow Hill Road
June 20, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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The Gaturz
Bayport Inn, 4835 Cortez Blvd.
June 21, 2026 | 1 PM – 5 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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JR Lewis
Live Music: JR Lewis
Hernando Beach Tropical Grill, 4139 Shoal Line Blvd.
June 21, 2026 | 2 PM – 5 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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DJ Drummer Mike
Marker 48 Brewing, 12147 Cortez Blvd.
June 21, 2026 | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Pre-purchase Required: No
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