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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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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 · 23h

toystoragenation.com

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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

Orlando Weekly

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This Central Florida home surrounded by 16 private botanical acres and two rivers is now for sale

A Central Florida home with its own botanical gardens sandwiched between two rivers has hit the market for $16 million. The home is located at 6075 S. Tropical Trail on Merritt Island and sits on a secluded gated and walled estate between the Indian River and Banana River. It’s filled with canopy oak trees, elevated […] The post This Central Florida home surrounded by 16 private botanical acres and two rivers is now for sale appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

Orlando, FL · 2d

WFTV Channel 9 Orlando

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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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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 · 17h

West Orlando News

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Central Florida Woman Won $5 Million Prize from Scratch-Off Game

A Central Florida woman won a $5 million prize from a scratch-off game. The post Central Florida Woman Won $5 Million Prize from Scratch-Off Game appeared first on West Orlando News .

Florida · 4d

DMR News

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Gibson Truck World Announces Pre-Owned Truck Purchasing Initiative in Central Florida

Gibson Truck World is seeking to purchase pre-owned trucks directly from vehicle owners in Central Florida as part of its ongoing vehicle acquisition efforts. The Sanford-based dealership has identified trucks from model years 2018 through 2025 with fewer than 80,000 miles as preferred vehicles for consideration. The initiative provides an option for owners who are […]

Sanford, FL · 1d

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Veterans Day events happening around North Central Florida

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Veterans Day events will be going on all around North Central Florida on Wednesday. Here are some events that will be going on. Marion County Public Schools 20th student-led event. Students and staff with Marion County Public Schools will host their 20th student-led event honoring veterans.

Marion County, FL · 2d

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Thanksgiving 5K Guide: Central Florida Races This Season

Thanksgiving 5Ks, or 3.1-mile runs, have been around since the 1910’s, when Yonkers, New York, had their first Turkey Day run. Ever since, Thanksgiving 5Ks have grown to be a nationwide ordeal, even in Central Florida. Some take place on Thanksgiving, while others happen throughout the week leading up to it.

Central Florida, FL · 18h

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North Central Florida honors veterans at community events

Communities across North Central Florida commemorated Veterans Day on Wednesday, recognizing the service and sacrifice of military veterans. The Ocala Preserve Veterans Corporation, otherwise known as TOPVETS, organized a Veteran’s Day remembrance ceremony to honor those who have served in the U.S. armed forces. The ceremony, scheduled from 10...

Ocala, FL · 1d

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Orlando Skies Sour as Weekend Cold Snap Crashes the Sunshine State

Orlando woke Thursday to clear skies and temperatures near 66 degrees, but the calm start is the front end of a sharp weather swing. Clouds will fill in through the day, with a high near 79, before a stronger cold front arrives overnight and sends Central Florida toward its chilliest stretch of the season.

Orlando, FL · 17h

Extended Reach USA

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Publix Expands in Polk County: New Shopping Center Signals More Commercial Real Estate Opportunities in Central Florida

Publix Super Markets is making another move in Central Florida’s commercial real estate market, with the Lakeland-based grocery giant set to anchor a new shopping center in Polk County, Florida. The development, reported by the Tampa Bay Business Journal on November 9, 2026, adds to a growing list of grocery-anchored retail projects reshaping one of …

Polk County, FL · 4d

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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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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 · 23h

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Duke Energy Florida building four new solar facilities adding 300 MW by 2028

Duke Energy Florida has filed plans to build four new solar energy facilities in Orange and Sumter counties, adding 300 megawatts (MW) of generating capacity to the electric grid by mid-2028. The proposed projects are expected to generate an estimated $1 billion in customer savings over their operating lifetimes, primarily...

Orange County, FL · 1d

Daily Commercial

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🍂 Liberty tree + fall glee (and pancakes)

🌳Sweater weather, at long last! With a cool, crisp weekend in the forecast, the coolest we've had so far, forecasters say, there is no better time to get out and enjoy the autumn air in Lake and Sumter counties. This Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., the Trout Lake Nature Center at 520 E. County Road 44, Eustis, is formally designating its Grandfather Oak as a "Liberty Tree." Dating back to the American colonies, Liberty Trees served as gathering places for early protests and symbolize democracy and free speech. Admission is $5 per vehicle; free for members. Afterward, stick around to enjoy the trails, or peruse some top picks for things to do this weekend in our bottom "things to do" feature below. 🔻 🌟 But first, let's revisit something special ... An inspiring to start to Veterans Day, the century-young Rotary Club of Leesburg celebrated an international totem to world peace before saluting our military at the downtown parade on Nov. 11. Click here to see the unveiling. ➕ More news you should know 'Didn't expect it to pass': Florida cities coping with Amendment 3 stunner From tragedy comes love: How to help Crystal Daniels' family amid

Sumter County, FL · 15h