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Strong cold front clears tonight

ORLANDO, Fla. – Tonight. Our strongest cold front so far this fall season arrives tonight! We will stay mostly cloudy for the rest of our Thursday evening and into Friday morning. Very dry air begins to filter into Central Florida by early Friday morning, stomping out rain chances for this evening. Much cooler air will filter in to allow our morning lows Friday to tumble into the upper 50s and low 60s!

Central Florida, FL · 1d
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Fried Catfish Has Come Off The Fryer At Goblin Market’s Neighbor, Beef O’Brady’s? No, Ma Barker’s

Some places in Florida trade on beaches, and some trade on a bit of outlaw history. Out in the quiet stretches of Marion County, one small roadside hangout leans fully into the second option. Wanted posters line the walls, old newspaper clippings tell a wild story, and a real 1930s...

Ocklawaha, FL · 1d
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Large gator struts across golf course next to The Villages

Several local golfers were treated to a surprise visitor during their round last week after a 12-foot alligator strutted its way across a golf course fairway next to The Villages. Villages-News.com obtained exclusive photos of the large alligator, as well as a half dozen other smaller alligators, that were spotted...

Leesburg, FL · 2d
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Time to dust off the sweaters! Here’s when temperatures will be taking a tumble

ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida is getting its first taste of cooler weather, but the bigger cooldown is still ahead. A stronger cold front will move through early Friday, bringing drier air and setting the stage for the chilliest morning of the season Saturday. Thursday. A weaker front has...

Central Florida, FL · 1d
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330-unit rental community near The Villages sold to new owner

Centennial Holding Company acquired The Juliette, a 330-unit rental community near The Villages, according to JLL.

The Villages, FL · 4d

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Brevard County mother concerned about rental property after flooding

MELBOURNE, Fla. — As clean-up continues across Central Florida from last week’s deadly flooding, many renters with damage across Central Florida are wondering what’s next. A rental property in Melbourne was having ground work done, but recent rains made the property unsafe for the family living there,...

Brevard County, FL · 20h

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Lake County prescribed burn could send smoke into Seminole County

Smoke from a prescribed burn in Lake County could drift into northern and western Seminole County on Friday, prompting fire officials to notify residents about its source. The Florida Forest Service’s Withlacoochee Forestry Center announced a 160-acre prescribed burn Nov. 13 in Seminole State Forest, south of Hana Drive and Oka Road. The burn is intended to reduce hazardous fuels. Information about prescribed fires is available through the prescribed burn map . Smoke may be visible across county lines Based on the weather forecast, Seminole County fire officials said nuisance smoke is likely in the county’s northern and western areas. A smoke column may also be visible. The department shared the information after some residents called 911 about the smoke. Officials said the planned burn is in Lake County and that Seminole County Fire Department resources are not assigned to it. Why crews conduct prescribed burns The Florida Forest Service uses prescribed fire to reduce vegetation that can fuel wildfires and help maintain forest habitats. The agency said prescribed burning can also prepare areas for planting by controlling competing vegetation and removing woody debris. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to

Seminole County, FL · 12h

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Orlando weather: Chilly temperatures for Central Florida this weekend

ORLANDO, Fla. - Cooler and drier air continues to stream into Central Florida from the north thanks to last night’s cold front. This will mean temperatures will continue to fall through sunrise (around 6:45 a.m.) into the upper 50s north of Orlando and the low to middle 60s elsewhere.

Orlando, FL · 20h

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Eustis High Softball’s Brooklyn Powhida Signs With Purdue

Brooklyn Powhida, a standout senior outfielder on the Eustis High School softball team, has signed her commitment to continue her athletic and academic career at Purdue University. Surrounded by family, friends and faculty, Brooklyn thanked her family, coaches and teammates. “I am extremely thankful and blessed to announce my commitment...

Eustis, FL · 1d

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Villager upset about stinky sinkhole in basin near his home

Community Development District 3 supervisors spent about $260,000 Friday to repair sinkholes in two basins. A total of $173,428 was allocated for repair of a sinkhole in a Village of Summerhill basin. Another $86,740 was earmarked for emergency repair already completed of a sinkhole in a basin at Sterling Street...

The Villages, FL · 8h

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Coldest air of the season arrives tonight

ORLANDO, Fla. – The strongest front so far this season has cleared Central Florida. This will bring a weekend cold blast to our neighborhoods. These are temperatures we have not felt in 8 months!. Tonight. Northwest winds continue to funnel cold, dry air into Central Florida under crystal clear...

Central Florida, FL · 10h

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The Parking Patrol should be disbanded

Why is it necessary to publish information and photos of individuals’ parking errors? There is no official Parking Patrol within any department in The Villages. Apparently, the members of the Parking Patrol perceive that what they are doing benefits good order in The Villages. Actually, the members of the Parking Patrol are more than likely a group of individuals who choose to squander their time—and in some cases, the little time they have left in their lives—stirring up dissension among others.

The Villages, FL · 17h

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Here’s a refresher course on the rules at the pools in The Villages

The Recreation & Parks Department strives to make the pools safe for everyone’s use and enjoyment in The Villages. All eligible residents and their guests with valid Guest ID Cards are asked to refrain from:. Having glass containers inside any pool area. Throwing or tossing any objects/toys on pool...

The Villages, FL · 11h

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DeLand's WWII Tugboat Tiger Comes Home to Lake Beresford After 82 Years Afloat

A 140-ton World War II Army tugboat named Tiger is finally resting less than 600 feet from the Lake Beresford shoreline where it was built in 1944, after volunteers towed the vessel to its new spot on Oct. 31. The homecoming caps a journey that took the tug across an ocean, through decades in private hands overseas, and into a muddy stretch of the St. Johns River before it finally returned to DeLand.

Deland, FL · 1d

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Eagle couple spotted perched in The Village of Fenney

This beautiful bald eagle couple enjoyed each other’s company while looking out over The Village of Fenney. Thanks to Sam Boatman for sharing!. Share your local photos with us at https://villages-news.com/contact-us!

The Villages, FL · 2d

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Dozens of families forced to leave after historic flooding in Central Florida

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Central Florida, FL · 1d

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Leesburg officials try to navigate growth under county’s heavy shadow

Leesburg commissioners took formal steps Monday to protect surrounding rural areas following a spirited debate over the city’s explosive growth. The City Commission voted 4-1 to adopt an ordinance amending its interlocal service boundary agreement with Lake County. The updated framework establishes joint rural protection areas and sets specific guidelines to regulate future annexations.

Leesburg, FL · 3d

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Students face new AI rules at Central Florida schools

A new school policy requires students to get teacher approval before using AI on district-sanctioned platforms.

Orange County, FL · 1d

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ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Bringing First-Ever Superstore to Kissimmee

ABC Fine Wine & Spirits is preparing to introduce a new retail concept to Central Florida, with its first-ever Superstore set to open December 3 at 641 Centerview Blvd. in Kissimmee. At 23,000 square feet, the new location will be roughly twice the size of a typical ABC store, giving...

Kissimmee, FL · 20h