Brooksville, Florida-- On March 23, Governor Rick Scott signed into law HB1175, declaring synthetic substances a substantial threat to the health and public safety of the state of Florida. 

Brooksville Police Department issued a media release to all retail establishments on March 29 to notify them of the recent law, and prevent continuous sale of the synthetic drugs, often times marketed as "Bath Salts", "Spice" or "K2". 

Hernando County, FL -- The YMCA Suncoast wants to remind parents of Kindergartners in Hernando County that free Water Safety class vouchers will be going home with students this week.

This voucher entitles your child to a week of free Water Safety at the Y or Southern Hills. If you did not receive the voucher, you can still register by calling the Y at 351-688-9622.

The Y is located at 1300 Mariner Boulevard in
Spring Hill. Their Kids Zone hours are as follows:

Brooksville, FL -- The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is looking for employees who can multi-task, handle stress and have excelled customer service skills.

If you are interested in a career with the police, fire or EMS departments, check out the Open House and Job Fair on April 28th at the Hernando County Sheriff's Office (18900 Cortez Blvd).

Continuous tours will be running from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can tour the state of the art communications center and answer a 911 call first hand in the "911 Experience" simulator.