Hernando Sun

The Hernando Sun is a weekly newspaper that is proudly locally owned. It was established by Rocco and Julie Maglio, who recognized the community's need for a news source after the closure of Hernando Today in 2014. Rocco, a lifelong resident of Hernando, attended Moton Elementary and graduated from Hernando High. His deep roots in the area give him valuable insight into local issues. The Hernando Sun released its inaugural issue in March 2015. Initially, it was published monthly for the first year, but it later transitioned to a weekly format. The newspaper is conveniently delivered via US mail, arriving right alongside your regular mail.

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The Leopards are Regional Champs!

6 days ago | hernandosun.com | Austyn Szempruch

BROOKSVILLE – On Thursday night, the Hernando Leopards (20-15) claimed a 4-0 victory over the Umatilla Bulldogs (19-16) to emerge victorious in the Region 2 Finals. The Purple and Gold took the rubber match at the Leopards’ Den thanks to a strong opening frame that catapulted them to a regional championship. After the visitors’ offense was quickly retired in the top of the first, the Leopards’ batters went to work.
School Board Honors 47-Year Veteran Bus Driver

1 week ago | hernandosun.com | Julie B. Maglio

Shirley Batten Price joined the school district’s transportation team as a bus operator in August 1970 and retired the first time in May 2012. But she couldn’t stay away too long and she returned to driving in August 2013. She told Ralph Leath, the school district’s transportation director, that she would come back for a couple of years. Now, 12 years later, she will be retiring on May 1, 2025, with a total of 47 years as a bus operator for Hernando County School District.
PHSC Board of Trustees Holds Vote Following President’s Resignation

1 week ago | hernandosun.com | Austyn Szempruch

- Advertisement -NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco-Hernando State College’s District Board of Trustees (DBOT) met for a Special Meeting on Tuesday to decide upon a plan of action regarding the opening of the president’s position. This follows Dr. Jesse Pisors’ sudden resignation from the role on Thursday amid concerns of declining student retention numbers. His premature exit has resulted in much confusion among students and staff, considering he had only just assumed the office in February of 2024.
Hernando Eats: VN Pho

1 week ago | hernandosun.com | Rocco Maglio

VN Pho is located on the corner of Powell Road and Barkley Avenue. As the name suggests, they specialize in pho. Pho is a Vietnamese soup consisting of fresh herbs, typically basil and or cilantro, sprouts, broth, rice noodles and a protein like shrimp, steak or chicken. The menu has pictures and descriptions, so you have a good idea of what your meal will look like. They used to have the original names of the dishes, but as they expanded their menu, those have been removed.
Eagles Fall to Royal Knights in District Final

1 week ago | hernandosun.com | Austyn Szempruch

SPRING HILL – The Springstead Eagles (14-8) fell 2-1 to the Royal Knights (13-11) and fell just short of a district title at the Eagles Nest on Thursday. The Red, White, and Blue nearly rallied in the closing frames, but the visitors narrowly grounded the Eagles in the end. “Too little too late,” Eagles Assistant Coach Abby Oliver noted after the game. Throughout the season, the team has been strongest on the defensive side of the ball.
Commissioners Discuss Proposed Fire Assessment Increase

1 week ago | hernandosun.com | Lisa MacNeil

After Public Safety Director and Fire Chief Paul Hasenmeier presented the projected annual increases for the Fire Assessment Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), the BOCC came to an agreement to attempt to reduce the proposed maximum 7 percent annual increase, which is proposed to begin in 2027. During the June public hearing on the subject, the rate could be adjusted downward from the maximum.
Eagles Fall to Royal Knights in Game One of Semifinals

2 weeks ago | hernandosun.com | Austyn Szempruch

By PATRICK YASINSKASSPRING HILL — When two evenly matched teams meet, something inevitably has to give. That’s what happened Tuesday night in River Ridge’s 9-6 victory against Springstead in Game One of the best-of-three Class 5A Region 2 semifinal series. The tipping point came in the top of the sixth inning as River Ridge used a pair of home runs to break open what had been a close game. “(River Ridge) is a good team,” Springstead coach David Cazanas said. “They’re just like us in a lot of ways.
Clark’s Grand Slam Lifts Leopards Over Sharks in District Semifinal

2 weeks ago | hernandosun.com | Austyn Szempruch

BROOKSVILLE – The Leopards are heading to the district championship. On Wednesday night, the Hernando Leopards (14-9-1) used a late grand slam to chomp the Nature Coast Tech Sharks (11-13) on the road in the 3A District 6 Semifinal. After seeing their multi-score lead evaporate in the bottom of the sixth inning, Junior LeAnna Clark’s grand slam gave Hernando the 8-4 lead in the final frame. “She came out late in the season,” Coach Steven Gonzalez said after the game.
Round Two of Mermaid Statues Unveiled

2 weeks ago | hernandosun.com | Susan Cameron

The second round of mermaid statues were unveiled at Weeki Wachee Springs on March 29. The ten statues are now part of the Mermaid Tale Trail.
Linda Pedersen Park Observation Tower to be Removed

2 weeks ago | hernandosun.com | Julie B. Maglio

According to county officials, the 40-foot observation tower at Linda Pederen Park will be removed. Many residents enjoy the tower for its panoramic views and often climb up the stairs for exercise. Hernando County public information officer Dominique Holmes said, “The Parks & Recreation Department has made the decision to remove this structure. This decision was made due to multiple factors.