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The District's Digital Evolution Brings New Challenges
September 2, 2021
From floppy disks to flash drives to files in the cloud, technology has come a long way over 60 years at the District.
“We have…
District Operates Water Control Structures in Response to Rainfall
August 5, 2021
Portions of Citrus County received more than 10 inches of rain in the last four days, including more than six…
Legislation Provides Key Programs and Protection
July 27, 2021
During the District’s 60-year history, new laws established through the decades have helped the District protect water quality…
Governing Board Officers Elected to New Term
May 25, 2021
The District’s Governing Board voted Tuesday for the latest slate of officers for the 2021-2022 term.
Governing Board members…
A Day in the Life of an Environmental Scientist
April 13, 2021
In honor of Springs Protection Awareness Month, Madison Trowbridge shares what it’s like to be a springs scientist at the…
Study Examines Fish Population of Rainbow River
March 12, 2021
Taking a trip to one of the Sunshine State's beautiful springs soon? If so, you may see a popular “sunny” fish while you're there…
Weather Plays Key Role in District's 60-Year History
February 10, 2021
A devastating weather year led to the creation of the District and weather continues to guide the District’s policies and…
Hudson Bayou Project Wins Stormwater Award
January 5, 2021
A District restoration project in Sarasota County recently won an award from the Florida Stormwater Association (FSA).
The…
Study Shows Positive Impact of Restoration
December 3, 2020
A recent study of District restoration projects showed restoring coastal wetlands has a positive impact on populations of…