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Michael D. Bates

Michael Bates Michael D. Bates has been a reporter with the Citrus County Chronicle since 2015. He covers topics from government to tourism to transportation. However, it is Mike's coverage of local business that Chronicle readers most enjoy. Michael can be contacted at 352-563-3205 or mbates@chronicleonline.com.

Stories by Michael D. Bates

War of words over campground ownership heats up

War of words over campground ownership heats up

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter

Finegan's public hearing on road vacation is Tuesday

Finegan's public hearing on road vacation is Tuesday

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter

Groundhog's shadow falls on Citrus County

Groundhog's shadow falls on Citrus County

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter

Betz Farm buyer seeks another extension

Betz Farm buyer seeks another extension

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter

Insight Credit Union plans to stay in Inverness

Insight Credit Union plans to stay in Inverness

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter

BOCC: Prepare roads now for growth

BOCC: Prepare roads now for growth

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Feb 1, 2023
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Aldi, Arby's, Starbucks & Texas Roadhouse file permits

Aldi, Arby's, Starbucks & Texas Roadhouse file permits

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 31, 2023
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Save Crystal River asks folks to 'Shamrock and Roll' to raise money

Save Crystal River asks folks to 'Shamrock and Roll' to raise money

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 31, 2023
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Local gas prices surge 17 cents in one week

Local gas prices surge 17 cents in one week

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 30, 2023
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Citrus experiences slowdown in international visitors

Citrus experiences slowdown in international visitors

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 30, 2023
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County to explore hiking transportation impact fees to pay for roads

County to explore hiking transportation impact fees to pay for roads

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 30, 2023
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Commissioner says litter is bad for business

Commissioner says litter is bad for business

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 30, 2023
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Citrus business owners have access to millions in state money

Citrus business owners have access to millions in state money

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 28, 2023
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County ready to tackle projects

County ready to tackle projects

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 25, 2023
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Head, Calascione fill out county leadership team

Head, Calascione fill out county leadership team

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 24, 2023
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End of the line for Central Ridge pool

End of the line for Central Ridge pool

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 24, 2023
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LGBTQ debate precedes library board vote

LGBTQ debate precedes library board vote

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 24, 2023
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Chili's, Capital City Bank celebrate grand openings

Chili's, Capital City Bank celebrate grand openings

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 23, 2023
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County's plan to fill in Central Ridge pool met with resistance

County's plan to fill in Central Ridge pool met with resistance

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 23, 2023
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Crystal River named top paddling destination in nation

Crystal River named top paddling destination in nation

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 21, 2023
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County receives jail staffing report at Tuesday meeting

County receives jail staffing report at Tuesday meeting

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 21, 2023
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Commissioners goal-setting retreat is Wednesday

Commissioners goal-setting retreat is Wednesday

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 21, 2023
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Citrus jobless rate down in December

Citrus jobless rate down in December

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 20, 2023
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Jim Green helps local businesses survive and thrive

Jim Green helps local businesses survive and thrive

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 19, 2023
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Library boss could have new title come Tuesday

Library boss could have new title come Tuesday

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 18, 2023
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State recommends tax credit break for Hidden Lakes senior project

State recommends tax credit break for Hidden Lakes senior project

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 18, 2023
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Bilirakis debuts Inverness office to big crowds

Bilirakis debuts Inverness office to big crowds

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 17, 2023
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Last year's rain totals way down after record-breaking 2021

Last year's rain totals way down after record-breaking 2021

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 16, 2023
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Affordable housing projects seek state approval for tax credits

Affordable housing projects seek state approval for tax credits

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 16, 2023
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Citrus County facing growth spurt

Citrus County facing growth spurt

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 14, 2023
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Animal Services suspends all dog intakes until virus runs its course

Animal Services suspends all dog intakes until virus runs its course

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 14, 2023
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Citrus Countians can get free trees

Citrus Countians can get free trees

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 14, 2023
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Bilirakis: Funding secured for new $15M vet clinic in Citrus

Bilirakis: Funding secured for new $15M vet clinic in Citrus

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 13, 2023
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County grants Betz Farm buyer more time to close

County grants Betz Farm buyer more time to close

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 12, 2023
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Finegan's street vacation request to get public hearing

Finegan's street vacation request to get public hearing

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 12, 2023
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Government offices to close for MLK Day

Government offices to close for MLK Day

Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 12, 2023
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Bays pushes for traffic study to aid in hurricane evacuations

Bays pushes for traffic study to aid in hurricane evacuations

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 10, 2023
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County fills two leadership positions

County fills two leadership positions

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 10, 2023
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Citrus is third oldest county in Florida

Citrus is third oldest county in Florida

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 10, 2023
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Ingoglia, Massullo hear constituent funding requests

Ingoglia, Massullo hear constituent funding requests

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 9, 2023
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Ingoglia, Massullo will get priority wish lists at Monday event

Ingoglia, Massullo will get priority wish lists at Monday event

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 7, 2023
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Senator: septic-to-sewer project a 'big focus' in 2023

Senator: septic-to-sewer project a 'big focus' in 2023

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 7, 2023
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Tasting contest says Citrus has best water in Florida

Tasting contest says Citrus has best water in Florida

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 6, 2023
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County to consider filling two key leadership positions on Tuesday

County to consider filling two key leadership positions on Tuesday

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 5, 2023
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Mallards indoor shooting range under construction

Mallards indoor shooting range under construction

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 4, 2023
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Plan would put four gates around Meadowcrest subdivision

Plan would put four gates around Meadowcrest subdivision

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 3, 2023
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Chili's, bank plaza sells for $5.37 million - before it even opens

Chili's, bank plaza sells for $5.37 million - before it even opens

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 2, 2023
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County commissioners cite priorities for 2023

County commissioners cite priorities for 2023

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Jan 1, 2023
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Cavallo closed; county cites business for permit violation

Cavallo closed; county cites business for permit violation

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Dec 31, 2022
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Bilirakis to open fully staffed office in Inverness

Bilirakis to open fully staffed office in Inverness

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Dec 31, 2022
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New stores, high prices and dwindling supplies mark crazy year for Citrus business

New stores, high prices and dwindling supplies mark crazy year for Citrus business

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Dec 29, 2022
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'Watercolor Winter Wonderland' headed to Heritage Museum

'Watercolor Winter Wonderland' headed to Heritage Museum

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Dec 26, 2022
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County commissioners tackle hot-button issues in 2022

County commissioners tackle hot-button issues in 2022

By Michael D. Bates Chronicle Reporter
Dec 25, 2022
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