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NWS Melbourne: Cold Front On the Way with Breezy Winds
East Central Florida - Thursday March 28, 2024: A cold front that sits across north Florida this morning will make its way east-southeast across central Florida this morning and into the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Melbourne. Scattered to numerous showers and isolated lightning storms are...
Multiple fatal accidents today
A 28-year-old Umatilla man died when his vehicle, described as a pedal cycle, was struck from the rear by a van driven by a 37-year- old Umatilla man, as both vehicles traveled west on County Road 42, an FHP press release stated. The crash occurred at 6:10 a.m. in a...
Traffic crash in Umatilla claims life of cyclist
A cyclist was hit and killed early Wednesday in a remote area of Marion County. Here's what we know about the crash:. Where? In Umatilla on County Road 42 near Southeast 248th Terrace, less than five miles from the Lake County line. Who responded to the scene? Marion County Fire...
Concerns raised about construction at Rimes Early Learning Center in Leesburg
How public schools handle onsite construction can provide teachable moments for school officials, teachers and parents alike. A Lake County Schools staffer, who has asked to have their name withheld from publication for fear of retaliation for being a whistleblower, has brought up safety concerns concerning construction at the Rimes Early Learning Center in Leesburg.
Florida police searching for man accused of secretly taking pictures of women at Target
MOUNT DORA, Fla. - Mount Dora police are searching for a man accused of "surreptitiously" taking photos of women at Target. Target staff have been aware of the man's presence for several weeks and have asked him to leave the premises, police said. Police clarified that while it's legal to...
Free roof replacement program being offered to Central Florida homeowners in this community
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — Getting a new roof these days can be astronomical, but in the long run, you could save on property insurance costs. There's been one such program that was just extended to one Central Florida city. “So this is Jazzlyn and Jeremiah,” resident Patricia Smith said....
Cold front moving to Central Florida, scattered showers also expected
A cold front, scattered showers and lightning storms will greet Central Floridians on Thursday morning. The front is sitting on North Florida and is expected to make its way south into the morning and afternoon, according to NWS Melbourne. Showers and storms are expected to develop north of Interstate 4 before they increase to the south in the mid-morning and early afternoon. The storms could ...
Best Central Florida U-Pick Locations For Blueberries
Nestled on the shores of Lake Dora in Central Florida, Far Reach Ranch is a family owned & operated U-Pick farm & event space. They offer U-Pick blueberries during season (March-May), craft jams, honey and baked goods. Get ready for a one-of-a-kind farm experience filled with delicious food trucks, a playground and bounce house for the kids, cornhole, Jenga, a maze, refreshing blueberry lemonade, a full bar serving your favorite drinks, scenic hayrides around the blueberry fields, and so much more! Blueberries are priced at $5.00 per pound.
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