Posted on September 15th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Expanding Agriculture: Citrus County Students Explore Future Careers at UF/IFAS Workforce Seminar On Friday, I had the privilege of attending the UF/IFAS Extension Citrus County’s “Expanding Agriculture: A Workforce Seminar”, held in partnership with the Citrus County Agricultural Alliance and the Citrus County School District. Hosted at the College of Central Florida’s Wilton Simpson Citrus […]
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Posted on September 11th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Patriot Day 2025: Remembering, Teaching, and Honoring Heroes Each year on September 11, our nation pauses to reflect on the tragic events of 2001. Patriot Day is a solemn time of remembrance, but it is also a time of gratitude. We remember the lives lost, honor the heroes who responded with courage, and reflect on […]
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Posted on September 9th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
TGH Investing in Our Future Healthcare Leaders—Right Here in Citrus County An exciting time for future healthcare professionals in Citrus County. Tampa General Hospital North formally announced its support for the Academy of Health Careers at Crystal River High School, along with Health Science Academies in Hernando County. This multi-year partnership brings more than $600,000 […]
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Posted on September 8th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Celebrating a Hero Among Us: Captain Thomas “Tim” Holme’s 84th Birthday Today, September 8, 2025, marks the 84th birthday of a man whose leadership, dedication, and character have profoundly shaped Citrus County, Captain Thomas “Tim” Holme, US Navy (Ret.). For many in our community, Captain Holme is not only a leader but also a hero, […]
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Posted on September 3rd, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
A Buettner is Back Teaching TOK at Lecanto High School IB The International Baccalaureate (IB) program at Lecanto High School is opening the 2025–2026 school year with a powerful full circle moment: once again, a Buettner is teaching Theory of Knowledge (TOK). TOK is the cornerstone of the IB program. It pushes students beyond memorization […]
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Posted on August 27th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
A Great Start to the High School Swim Season Last night was a fantastic evening at the Citrus Memorial Health Foundation YMCA Pool, where I had the privilege of serving as the scoring official for the first high school dual meet of the season. The Crystal River Pirates (ladies and gentlemen) faced off against the […]
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