New Vocational Wing Approved for Lecanto High

Lecanto, FL · May 14, 2026

The morning mist is lifting off the horse pastures along CR 491, and it looks like a perfect day to keep the windows down. If you are heading toward the school complex this morning, expect a bit more activity than usual as the final bell of the year draws near.

📰 The Lead

The Citrus County School Board moved forward last night with a definitive plan to expand the vocational offerings at Lecanto High School. The centerpiece is a new 15,000-square-foot technical wing dedicated to high-demand trades like HVAC, plumbing, and advanced manufacturing. This project has been in the "maybe" pile for two years, but a recent state grant finally pushed it into reality.

For local families, this means students can graduate with industry certifications without leaving the Lecanto campus for specialized training elsewhere. Construction is slated to begin this summer, with the goal of having the first cohort of students in the shop by the fall of 2027. It is a significant shift toward keeping local talent right here in the county, providing a direct pipeline from the classroom to the local workforce.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • CR 491 Utility Work — Crews are relocating lines near the Gulf-to-Lake Highway intersection today; expect minor lane shifts through 4 PM.

  • Summer Camp Registration — Final slots for the county’s nature-based summer programs at the Lecanto Resource Center are closing this Friday afternoon.

🌤️ Today's Outlook

  • High 85°F · Low 67°F — Mainly clear
    • It is a classic Florida spring day—sunscreen is a must if you are hitting the trails.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Spring Band Finale — Lecanto High School Auditorium, 6:30 PM The Panther band performs their final concert of the academic year.

  • Crystal River: Sunset Paddle — Hunter Springs Park, 6:45 PM A short drive for a guided tour through the springs as the sun dips.

  • Inverness: Thursday Night Trivia — The Pine Street Pub, 7:00 PM Head over for craft brews and competitive local history questions with the regulars.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Lecanto Disc Golf Course
    • Tucked behind the community park, this 18-hole course is known among enthusiasts for its challenging elevation changes—a rarity in our typically flat landscape. It was carved out of the woods by volunteers who preserved the native oaks to create a professional-grade layout.

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