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Articles from the October 9, 2023 edition


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  • Woman Who Shot Pit Bulls Went on to Commit Home Invasion, Arson, After Bond Reduction

    Tom Lemons|Updated Oct 12, 2023

    BROOKSVILLE – Yesterday, the Hernando County Sheriff's Office announced the conviction of 39-year-old Jamie Lynn Kujawa, the woman who abused her two Pit Bulls for several months by shooting them with a BB gun. But what officials didn't report is that Kujawa was also convicted in connection with a home invasion and arson case that led to a deadly shootout between her accomplice and law enforcement in May of last year. According to court documents, on April 19, 2022, an A...

  • Heartwarming News from Hernando County Fire Rescue

    Tom Lemons, October 11, 2023|Updated Oct 12, 2023

    Hernando County Fire Rescue honored two very brave 10-year-olds today after they saved their grandmother's life. According to officials, Adrianna and Salvatore knew something was wrong with their grandmother so they contacted their parents on Facebook Messenger and then called 911. Because of their quick actions, paramedics were able to reach their grandmother to render aid and save her life. This past Saturday, Adrianna and Salvatore were recognized by the HCFR crew from...

  • One Person Confirmed Dead in Early Morning Double Shooting

    Tom Lemons, October 11, 2023|Updated Oct 11, 2023

    SPRING HILL - The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is investigating an early morning shooting that occurred at a residence on Marquette Street. According to officials, deputies responded to the 11000 block of Marquette Street before 5:00 a.m. this morning, where they discovered two adult females who had suffered gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced deceased at the scene and the other was transported to a trauma center. Sheriff Al Nienhuis says the incident started as a...

  • Shooting Investigation Underway in Aripeka

    Tom Lemons, October 10, 2023|Updated Oct 11, 2023

    ARIPEKA – Pasco County Deputies are investigating a shooting that occurred at a residence on Jerbert Drive. Officials say around 9:15 p.m. this evening, an adult male was seen trespassing on another individual's property and was subsequently shot. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. There are no further details at this time....

  • Woman Pistol-Whipped in Robbery Attempt

    Tom Lemons, October 10, 2023|Updated Oct 10, 2023

    SPRING HILL – An investigation is underway into a robbery that occurred in the area of County Line Road and Josies Drive, inside Topics RV Park. There aren’t many details at this time, but there are unconfirmed reports that a woman was attacked by a male suspect who grabbed her gun and pistol-whipped her before fleeing on foot. Deputies in Hernando and Pasco County have converged in the area to search for the suspect. We will bring more on this story as to develops. UPD...

  • Parts of Hernando County Beginning to Look Like Streets of L.A. and Seattle

    Tom Lemons, October 9, 2023|Updated Oct 10, 2023

    SPRING HILL – Deputies were called to an abandoned Regions Bank at Mariner Blvd and Cortez Blvd this afternoon, where a campsite was established under the old drive-through canopy. Deputies were observed talking with the individuals and running warrant checks, but it is unknown if the subjects were forced to leave. Scenes like these are becoming more common as the homeless population grows and development pushes them out of woodlines and vacant lots. The cost to rent a home i...

  • St Petersburg Woman Dies After Struck by Vehicle on US-41

    Tom Lemons, October 9, 2023|Updated Oct 9, 2023

    BROOKSVILLE – The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a pedestrian who was crossing US-41. Officials say the 25-year-old driver of a Toyota Tacoma was traveling northbound on US-41 when he struck an adult female attempting to cross at the intersection of Spring Hill Drive. The victim was transported to a nearby trauma center where she was pronounced deceased. UPDATE: The victim is identified as a 40-year-old St. Petersburg w...