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Foul-mouthed deputy suspended for unleashing tirade of expletives at 17-year-old boy
A Volusia County sheriff's deputy was forced to serve an unpaid, eight-hour suspension in January after unleashing a tirade of expletives at a 17-year-old boy during a traffic stop as well as failing to turn his body camera on, Internal Affairs investigators said in a report. Deputy Douglas Meyer who was previously disciplined for being discourteous and failing to activate his body camera, also used foul language during a call with the boy's father, the report said. ...
Alligator ‘courtship’ season kicks off in Florida. It could prove deadly
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Alligator mating season has kicked off in Florida, posing a threat to residents in the state. The city of Oviedo posted a warning on social media about the mating season, cautioning residents to stay safe during this time. According to city officials, “courtship” between alligators...
Looking for the best beach bars in Volusia-Flagler? Here are several of our favorites
There's nothing quite like the serenity that comes with kicking back and enjoying a beach cocktail and bar bite while listening to waves crashing in the distance. Lucky for us, the Daytona Beach area makes that sun-soaked, vacation-like experience a daily possibility. For those looking to enjoy a happy hour...
Man killed in high-speed crash with concrete pole in DeBary, deputies say
ORANGE CITY, Fla. – A 36-year-old Orange City man was killed Sunday in a high-speed crash in DeBary, deputies said. The fatal wreck happened around 6:40 p.m. at the intersection of Charles R. Beall Boulevard and Barwick Road. The Volusia Sheriff’s Office said Juan C. Andino Jr. was driving...
PHOTOS: Large oak tree crashes into Orange City apartments, displacing several residents
ORANGE CITY, Fla. – A large oak tree crashed into an apartment building Monday morning in Orange City, displacing several residents and animals, officials said. No one was injured in the incident, which prompted the evacuation of four units at the Whispering Oaks apartments on Smith Street, east of South Volusia Avenue.
Winning $108K lottery ticket sold at Florida Publix
OVIEDO, Fla. - One lucky person is more than $100,000 richer after purchasing a winning Fantasy 5 lottery ticket from a Publix store in Central Florida. The jackpot ticket was selected during an evening draw on April 21, the Florida Lottery said. The ticket was sold at the grocery store...
Sanford nuisance property owes over $1.15 million in tax liens after 13 years of issues
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. - Nuisance homes all over the place are overgrown, full of rodents, falling apart and putting a dark cloud over neighborhoods and communities. Seminole County is cracking down on these problem properties. One home on Tangerine Avenue in Sanford has been racking up fines since 2011. FOX...
Person of interest in deadly Winter Springs carjacking has criminal past dating back to teen years
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. - The man investigators believe is a strong person of interest in a deadly Winter Springs carjacking nearly two weeks ago is no stranger to law enforcement. According to records from the U.S. District Court for the District Court of Puerto Rico, Jordanish Torres-Garcia began his criminal...
This ‘Ginger Ale Spring’ is hidden in the trees near I-4. Here’s why you should stay away
LONGWOOD, Fla. – If you’ve ever driven through Longwood along Interstate 4, there’s a good chance you passed by this spot without ever even realizing it. Nestled in the woods near Markham Woods Road is a historic spring with a long history. The “Ginger Ale Spring” —...
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