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SportsHub Podcast: Tavares High School Basketball

On this episode of SportsHub, we’re joined by Tavares High School head basketball coach Walter Canady and Bulldogs basketball player Maurice Bullard for a conversation that goes far beyond the court!. With more than 30 years of coaching experience and roots as a former Tavares basketball player himself, Coach...

Tavares, FL · 2d
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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 · 1d
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Brazilian Rock-Themed Pizzeria Chain Files Plans to Open in Ocoee

A pizzeria chain with roots in Brazil has set its sights on Ocoee, filing paperwork with the state for a new restaurant at 9401 West Colonial Drive. Rock, Amor & Pizza is planning the location in the 34761 zip code, though the project is still in its earliest stages and plenty of details remain unknown.

Ocoee, FL · 19h
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Second Proposal for Eustis Community Center Site is $50M Arts Center

The city of Eustis has received an additional proposal in the controversial possibility of replacing the community center, this time in the form of a $50 million performing arts center, marina and gardens called “The Sanctuary.”. The Commission first aired the possibility of working with a developer to create...

Eustis, 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 · 2d

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Democrats warn of massive data center under consideration in Sumter County

Local Democrats are sounding the alarm over a potentially massive data center tucked inside a sprawling development plan proposed in Sumter County. “The Mable at Center Hill” Planned Unit Development (PUD) is currently under review. While much of the 124-page planning document details standard zoning, Democrats are pointing residents to a provision buried on page 53 that allows for heavy technological infrastructure.

Sumter County, FL · 21h

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Villagers encouraged to sign up for senior driving safety class

The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Senior Traffic Safety Class later this month, and Villagers are encouraged to attend. The four-hour class will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20. It will be held at 7361 Powell Road, located at Pinellas Plaza in The Villages.

The Villages, FL · 1d

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Divided Leesburg Commission shoots down proposed Lucas Street apartments

A divided Leesburg City Commission voted 3-2 on Monday night to deny a proposed 30-unit apartment complex on Lucas Street following concerns over neighborhood traffic and “spot zoning.”. City Planning and Zoning Director Dan Miller strongly recommended denying the project, pointing out that the property is surrounded by single-family...

Leesburg, FL · 1d

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Arby's in Winter Garden closes

Winter Garden no longer has the meats. Arby's, located at 3331 Daniels Road, Winter Garden, has permanently closed its doors. The fast-food chain first opened to the public six years ago. Previously, a Bojangles occupied the space. Now, the nearest Arby's to Winter Garden is the Ocoee location at 11193...

Winter Garden, FL · 1d

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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 · 20h

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Florida’s power grid set for a 300 MW clean energy boost from four new solar sites

Four projects across Florida counties would expand the southern state's renewable portfolio by mid-2028.

Florida · 1d

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In Apopka, busy food distribution event reflects chronic food insecurity challenge

Some 500 local households are now better prepared for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, following a food distribution event in Apopka Thursday. But for millions in Florida and beyond, food insecurity is a chronic problem, one extending well past the holiday season. Close to 650,000 people are food insecure within the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s seven-county service area, representing about 18% of all food-insecure people in Florida.

Apopka, FL · 14h

The Orlando Connect

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Apopka’s Thanksgiving Food Drive 2026

The City of Apopka is organizing a Thanksgiving food drive that will benefit the food pantry at Sheeler High School. Residents are asked to bring donations to Apopka City Hall. Donations can be dropped off through November 25, 2026. The collection aims to support the…

Apopka, FL · 2d

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Flex Space in Florida: Industrial Development Spurs Growth

Expansion of industrial projects across Lake County is forging ongoing need for development of flex space in Florida. A growing wave of industrial construction across Florida’s Lake County is spurring the need for more flex space in Florida, driven primarily by increasing demand for small-bay and flexible industrial space. [linkedin.com]

Lake County, FL · 1d

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Big Dan’s Opens In Bushnell, FL

Big Dan’s Car Wash opened its newest location in Bushnell, FL, on November 4, bringing its signature car wash experience, customer-focused service, and community commitment to Sumter County. The new site represents an important step in Big Dan’s continued growth throughout Central Florida and strengthens its presence between several...

Bushnell, FL · 3d