Hernando County weathered the Great Depression of the 1930s. However, new challenges emerged when the United States entered World War II. I was impressed at how local residents “stepped up” to handle wartime issues. Once again, I saw community spirit shine and patriotism at work. Management was essential during wartime. No one needed price-gouging, waste or hoarding. A federal agency, the Office of Price Administration (OPA), was created to regu…
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