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The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Florida!

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Seafood Seller & Cafe, Crystal River, FL

This little out-of-the-way seafood haven is in an unlikely home—right in the middle of the mall. Yet it’s worth the search if you’re craving only the best seafood. Their fans love…
This little out-of-the-way seafood haven is in an unlikely home—right in the middle of the…

The 9 Best Places for Crab in Florida!

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Charlie’s Fish House & Seafood Market, Crystal River, FL

There’s something about waterfront views that make great seafood taste even better. Their stone crabs are caught locally and cooked to perfection. On the menu are stone crab claws and…
There’s something about waterfront views that make great seafood taste even better. Their…

9 Best Places to go Peach Picking in Florida!

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Hatfield's Orchard - U-Pick Blueberry, Peach and Nectarine Farm and Nursery, Crystal River, FL

Visit Hatfield's Orchard to enjoy nature's beauty! It's your one-stop shop for all your favorite farm-fresh foods, offering seasonal U-Pick peaches and a large range of other fresh fruit. Enjoy a…
Visit Hatfield's Orchard to enjoy nature's beauty! It's your one-stop shop for all your favorite…

15 Perfect Florida Getaways!

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Crystal River, FL

Just about an hour north of Tampa, on Florida’s Nature Coast, is Crystal River. Lots of historical exploration in Crystal River, including the Crystal River Archaeological State Park. It was…
Just about an hour north of Tampa, on Florida’s Nature Coast, is Crystal River. Lots of…

The Top 14 Historical Sites in Florida!

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Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park, Homosassa, FL

Not much more than a 40-foot limestone chimney and iron gates are what’s left from a once-thriving, 5,000-plus-acre site of a sugar plantation. It dates back to American Civil War times, when…
Not much more than a 40-foot limestone chimney and iron gates are what’s left from a…

10 Best Veterinarians in Florida!

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Dunnellon Animal Hospital, Dunnellon, FL

This full-service hospital offers a range of preventative care and advanced treatments, as well as spay and neuter procedures. Committed to strengthening the human-pet bond, Dunnellon Animal Hospital…
This full-service hospital offers a range of preventative care and advanced treatments, as well as…

10 Best Horseback Riding Services in Florida!

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Orange Blossom Trail Rides, Dunnellon, FL

No matter if you're a beginner or pro, take a professionally guided ride through the stunning Goethe State Forest. Take in the sights of nature while riding horseback and having a sensational time.…
No matter if you're a beginner or pro, take a professionally guided ride through the stunning…

10 Best Blackberry Picking Farms in Florida!

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Bette's Blues Blueberry Farm, Citrus Springs, FL

Come to Bette's Blues Blueberry Farm for a one-of-a-kind fruit-filled time. Their u-pick farm offers thorn-less blackberries so you can pick them without worry! As you fill your bucket with plump,…
Come to Bette's Blues Blueberry Farm for a one-of-a-kind fruit-filled time. Their u-pick farm…

The 9 Best Guided Tours in Florida!

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Rainbow River Canoe and Kayak, Dunnellon, FL

Conveniently located at the confluence of the Rainbow and Withlacoochee River, the Rainbow River Canoe and Kayaking company offers guided tours and river trips to bring you closer to nature. Choose…
Conveniently located at the confluence of the Rainbow and Withlacoochee River, the Rainbow River…

10 Best Places to Pick Blueberries in Florida!

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Bette's Blues Blueberry Farm, Citrus Springs, FL

Visit the berry patch for a sweet experience like no other! Their succulent selection of blueberries will have your taste buds singing! Bask in the sweetest flavors of the season with mouthwatering…
Visit the berry patch for a sweet experience like no other! Their succulent selection of…
Best Things In & Around Crystal River, FL
The 9 Best Places for Crab in Florida!

Charlie’s Fish House & Seafood Market, Crystal River, FL

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Crab in Florida!
There’s something about waterfront views that make great seafood taste even better. Their stone crabs are caught locally and cooked to perfection. On the menu are stone crab claws and… Read More
10 Best Veterinarians in Florida!

Dunnellon Animal Hospital, Dunnellon, FL

Featured in 10 Best Veterinarians in Florida!
This full-service hospital offers a range of preventative care and advanced treatments, as well as spay and neuter procedures. Committed to strengthening the human-pet bond, Dunnellon Animal Hospital… Read More
10 Best Horseback Riding Services in Florida!

Orange Blossom Trail Rides, Dunnellon, FL

Featured in 10 Best Horseback Riding Services in Florida!
No matter if you're a beginner or pro, take a professionally guided ride through the stunning Goethe State Forest. Take in the sights of nature while riding horseback and having a sensational time.… Read More
The Top 14 Historical Sites in Florida!

Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park, Homosassa, FL

Featured in The Top 14 Historical Sites in Florida!
Not much more than a 40-foot limestone chimney and iron gates are what’s left from a once-thriving, 5,000-plus-acre site of a sugar plantation. It dates back to American Civil War times, when… Read More
10 Best Nature Centers in Florida!

Chinsegut Conservation Center, Brooksville, FL

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Chinsegut Conservation Center is the place to get outdoors and learn. The facility offers environmental education and outdoor skills programs for the public. Come explore the natural side of… Read More
Best 10 Indian Restaurants in Florida!

Amrit Palace, Ocala, FL

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Amrit Palace is the premier spot for Northern Indian cuisine. Bring family and friends for a true taste of some of the many Indian dishes offered by this well loved establishment. Be taken in by the… Read More
10 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Florida!

Island T'ings Food Truck - Wildwood, FL

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Do you yearn for exotic flavors? Look no further than Island T'ings Food Truck in Wildwood, FL. This mother-daughter team hailing from the U.S. Virgin Islands serves up delicious Caribbean dishes of… Read More
10 Best Places for Oysters in Florida!

O'Shucks Oyster Bar & Grill, Wildwood, FL

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O'Shucks Oyster Bar & Grill is the top spot in Wildwood for appetizingly fresh oysters and frosty beer. Visit their family-run restaurant to discover its distinct charm while unwinding with a… Read More
10 Best Driving Schools in Florida!

North Central Florida Driving Academy, Ocala, FL

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At the North Central Florida Driving Academy, responsible driving is the priority. Skilled and certified instructors from Law Enforcement and the U.S. Military help drivers develop the knowledge and… Read More
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Events around Crystal River, FL
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30

Diovicci Music Group Presents: A Tribute to the Music of the Righteous Brothers

5:00 PM
Valerie Theatre, Inverness, FL
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Dec
02

Christmas Show - Regal Railways Toy Train Shows and Sale

9:00 AM
Florida National Guard Armory, Crystal River, FL
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Crystal River News

USDA Announces $29 Million to Increase American-Made Fertilizer Production

March 11, 2023
Independent Businesses Submitted More than 350 Applications for $3 Billion in Funding to Expand Domestic Fertilizer Capacity First Round of Awards Will Spur Competition and Give U.S. Farmers More… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Debunks Book Ban Hoax

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 9, 2023
Click here for a video presentation. To download, click here. ***EXPLICIT CONTENT NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN*** TAMPA, FL — On March 8th, Governor Ron DeSantis further set the record… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Delivers State of the State Address

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 8, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On March 7th, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered his State of the State address to the joint legislative session from the Florida House of Representatives chamber in Tallahassee.… Read More

Governor DeSantis Receives Two Bills from the Florida Legislature

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 3, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On March 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 17, 2023, to act on these bills. HB 11B –… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces First Month of Toll Relief Program Savings

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 3, 2023
Tallahassee, FL— On March 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Toll Relief Program, signed into law by the Governor in December 2022, concluded its first month of toll relief for… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Five to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 28, 2023
Lake Buena Vista, FL —On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Martin Garcia, Bridget Ziegler, Brian Aungst Jr., Michael A. Sasso, and Ron Peri to the Central Florida… Read More

Governor DeSantis Signs One Bill

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 28, 2023
Lake Buena Vista, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bill: CS/HB 9B – Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange and Osceola Counties Click here to view the… Read More

Governor DeSantis Receives One Bill from the Florida Legislature

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bill from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 14, 2023, to act on this bill. CS/HB 9B –… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Legislation Ending the Corporate Kingdom of Walt Disney World

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 9-B, Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange, and Osceola Counties, to end self-governing status and special… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Three to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Jonathan “Scott” Christy, Kathy Panozzo, and Scott Reagan to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Cara Higgins and Richard Toppino to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority. Cara Higgins Higgins, of Key West,… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Donald DeFosset to the Tampa Sports Authority

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Donald DeFosset to the Tampa Sports Authority. Donald DeFosset DeFosset, of Tampa, is the… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Stormie Knight and the reappointment of Adrian Soud and Patricia Tuthill to the State Council for Interstate… Read More

ICYMI: WA Among The 20 States Announcing Historic Governor-Led Reproductive Freedom Alliance

From: Washington Governor Jay Inslee
February 22, 2023
In case you missed it: On Feb 21st, California Governor Gavin Newsom, Colorado Governor Jared Polis, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, Delaware Governor John Carney, Hawai’i Governor Josh Green,… Read More

Inflation Hits Valentine’s Day

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 20, 2023
Floridians, On Tuesday, the January Consumer Price Index report was released and it indicated that inflation increased 6.4% annually. With inflation rates like these, people are going to have to do… Read More
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Swim With the Manatees

Swim With the Manatees
1 Southwest 1st Place, Crystal River, FL
At Sunshine River Tours, we want you to have a great experience, and above all, we want to share with you the beauty of nature that can be fou... Read More

Crystal River Preserve State Park

Crystal River Preserve State Park
3266 N. Sailboat Avenue, Crystal River, FL
Discover one of Florida's most productive and biologically diverse estuaries, created by the mixing of freshwater from stunning spring-fed rivers w... Read More

Bicentennial Skate Court

Bicentennial Skate Court
501 N. Baseball Pt., Crystal River, FL
Courts are open daily during daylight hours, including holidays, unless posted or permitted otherwise. Gated courts are closed on Christmas Da... Read More

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, Homosassa Springs, FL
The park showcases native Florida wildlife, including manatees, black bears, bobcats, white-tailed deer, American alligators, American crocodiles, ... Read More

Beverly Hills Community Skate Park

Beverly Hills Community Skate Park
997 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly Hills, FL
Beverly Hills Park has one of the two skateboard parks located in the county. It is a great place  for kids to burn off their energy in t... Read More

Fort Cooper State Park

Fort Cooper State Park
3100 South Old Floral City Road, Inverness, FL
Over 700 acres of Nature at its best, Fort Cooper State Park offers a spot for relaxing, hiking, nature study and learning about history. Lake Hola... Read More

Chinsegut Conservation Center

Chinsegut Conservation Center
23212 Lake Lindsey Road, Brooksville, FL
History:Chinsegut Conservation Center covers 408 of the 850 acres comprising Chinsegut Wildlife and Environmental Area (WEA). The area is managed b... Read More

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
6131 Commercial Way, Weeki Wachee, FL
The mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park have delighted visitors since 1947. Today, visitors can still witness the magic of the mermaids, ta... Read More

Pioneer Park/Stewy's Skate Park

Pioneer Park/Stewy's Skate Park
6799 Pinehurst Drive, Spring Hill, FL
OPEN DAWN to DUSK  A 7 acre park located in Spring Hill. Includes shuffleboard, basketball court, picnic tables, restrooms, horseshoe pits an... Read More
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