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79-year-old suspected of swapping pricetags at Target at Rolling Acres Plaza
A Leesburg man arrested for swapping a tag at Target said he “felt better” paying for some of an item rather than stealing it. Officers responded to Target at Rolling Acres Plaza for a theft involving 79-year-old Tino Farjad at 4 p.m. Thursday, according to an arrest report from the Lady Lake Police Department.
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Saucy! by KFC Opens in Winter Garden on Nov. 7
At the grand opening of Winter Garden’s Saucy! by KFC at Phillips Crossings at 11 a.m. on Nov. 7, workers were feeling saucy as Orlando opened its sixth location. For the first 50, workers gave away clear goodie bags with merchandise such as a bag charm, mints, a car air freshener, stickers with Saucy! characters, and a coupon for a free snack box once the recipient makes an account with them.
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Villager suspected of shoplifting nabbed at local Walmart
A Village of Charlotte man was nabbed at a local Walmart after allegedly attempting to walk out with more than $200 in Bluetooth speakers and a reusable bag. George Drake Jr. of 874 Enis Grove Way was issued a notice to appear on a misdemeanor charge of petit theft on Nov. 3 following the incident at the Walmart located at 2501 Citrus Blvd. in Leesburg.
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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.
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Vehicle break-ins dominate Apopka’s burglary report
The Apopka Police Department’s weekly burglary summary lists eight incidents reported Nov. 1-7. Auto burglaries accounted for six reports, while two commercial burglaries were reported on Locust Berry Drive and Rock Springs Road. The summary does not identify suspects, stolen property, or whether the incidents were connected. *****. The...
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In Case You Missed It: City Hall tensions, election upsets, and a milestone for the APD
Apopka commissioners unanimously suspended discretionary spending after a contentious meeting, while Mayor Nick Nesta outlined his case for accountability and results at City Hall. Kamia Brown’s victory in Orange County Commission District 2 and Jarod Fox’s defeat of Doug Bankson in Florida House District 39 brought changes in representation, with our analysis examining the expectations facing incoming leaders. This week’s roundup also revisits Ridgebrooke’s access concerns, progress on a Kelly Park tract and the Apopka Police Department’s first reaccreditation under Chief Lovetta Quinn-Henry.
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Frequent traffic offender begs police not to tow his wife’s vehicle when stopped
A Leesburg man was arrested for driving with a suspended license for the sixth time. An officer on patrol observed 37-year-old Stephen Jay Zimmerman exit the parking lot of 7 Stars Discount Beverage, located at 2005 W Main St., in a gray 2019 Nissan Rogue around 6:35 p.m. Thursday, according to an arrest report from the Leesburg Police Department. He then turned right onto East Main Street without stopping or signaling and sped up to over 50 mph in a 35-mph zone.
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Qualifying dates for 2027 Municipal Elections in Ocoee, Windermere and Winter Garden
With the 2026 midterm election season wrapped up, it’s time to look ahead to municipal elections. Those will be held March 9, 2027. The mayors of Winter Garden and Ocoee are both up for re-election. Between those two cities, four commissioner seats are also up for election, and in Windermere, three town council members are up for re-election.
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Florida ethics panel dismisses complaints against Nesta and Nelson
The Florida Commission on Ethics dismissed complaints against Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta and former Mayor Bryan Nelson for lacking legal grounds for investigation. Kelley Butcher alleged Nesta retaliated against her and Nelson shared city surveillance images on social media. The commission dismissed both complaints without investigating the allegations. The commission...
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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...
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Holiday Shopping and Tree Lighting Events Coming to Tampa and Apopka
The holiday season is bringing opportunities to shop local, enjoy festive entertainment, and celebrate with the community across Central Florida and the Tampa Bay area. Two upcoming events offer different ways to get into the holiday spirit: the Holiday Gift Market at the Florida State Fairgrounds and Apopka’s annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Market.