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Leesburg cops arrest driver with gun and hallucinogenic mushrooms in SUV

A Winter Haven man was arrested after being stopped with hallucinogens and a firearm in his vehicle. Officers observed 37-year-old Christopher Lee Torres driving a Mazda SUV westbound on South Street around 1:05 a.m. Sunday, according to an arrest report from the Leesburg Police Department. As the vehicle passed Lucas...

Leesburg, FL · 12h
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Villagers embody active adult lifestyle through ‘total body conditioning’

Every Monday morning, the activity room at the St. Tropez Recreation Center fills to capacity as dozens of residents kick off their week with an energetic workout through the Total Body Conditioning club. The weekly group is led by co-organizers Lori Eastwood and Lori Davis, who both reside in the...

The Villages, FL · 2d
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Pinsa Fire to take over famously tiny downtown building

.oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } One of the best things about big cities is those little takeout pizza joints that are barely larger than the order window. Leesburg is getting its own dinky pizza spot. Pinsa Fire , a Roman-style pizza eatery based in Clermont, plans to open a flagship location at a characteristic tiny building at 404 W. Main Street, Leesburg. Owner Thomas Cerra bought the downtown Leesburg building in September 2025. What's distinctive about Cerra's pizzas Pinsa Fire uses for its crust a blend of type-zero wheat flour, rice flour and sourdough. A 72-hour cold fermentation and the combination of ingredients creates "a light, airy, and crispy texture that is a delightful departure from traditional pizza," says the company's website, adding that their pizzas are low in calories, gluten, they're non-GMO, and that Pinsa offers vegan options. "Absolutely delicious," said reviewer Marie Blackford, praising Pinsa Fire for "a crust that holds up the delicious toppings but is light enough to not overwhelm." Pinsa Fire uses " small chamber electric pizza ovens with internal combustion systems that aid in giving a wood fired taste without the need for wood itself," Cerra explained to

Leesburg, FL · 1d

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Fall Festival coming to Ocala Downtown Market

The Ocala Fall Festival is coming to the Ocala Downtown Market this weekend, bringing local craft vendors, food trucks, bounce houses, and live entertainment. The Ocala Fall Festival Holiday Market will take place on Sunday, November 8, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Ocala Downtown Market, which is located at 310 SE 3rd Street in downtown Ocala.

Ocala, FL · 1d
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New Publix in Marion Oaks nearly complete

Construction of a new Publix in Marion Oaks is nearly complete, with the grocer planning to open early next year. Photos shared this week by Javier Arrillaga, a local resident who documents updates around Marion Oaks, show that construction of the grocery store is in the final stages. Located at...

Ocala, FL · 14h

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Nearly 25 inches of rain reported in Brevard County as historic rainfall floods Central Florida

A slow-moving storm dumped more than two feet of rain in parts of Brevard County, with Grant-Valkaria, Malabar and Palm Bay among the hardest-hit areas. The rainfall triggered flash flood emergencies across Central Florida and contributed to rising St. Johns River levels. Although drier weather is expected, the National Weather...

Brevard County, FL · 1d

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Ocala group crafting comfort for vets and children through thousands of blankets, hats, other handmade goods

Over a year after setting out to craft lap blankets for others, a dedicated group of crafters in an Ocala retirement community has donated dozens of their handmade afghans to military veterans, patients undergoing medical treatments, and children facing crisis situations across Marion County. Last year, Lt. Col. Joseph Brown...

Ocala, FL · 1d

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Villager celebrates first hole-in-one after 40 years on the greens

Some things are absolutely worth the wait! After four decades of patience, practice and perseverance, a Village of Rio Ranchero resident has finally achieved the ultimate golfer’s dream. Brad Bristol scored his very first career hole-in-one on Halloween, treating himself to the best holiday surprise a golfer could ask...

The Villages, FL · 2d

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Leesburg official says city has enough water to accommodate new homes in The Villages

A top Leesburg official is reassuring residents that the city has plenty of water and utility capacity to support the massive wave of new homes being built in The Villages. City Manager Al Minner recently provided an overview of the city’s development trends, noting that Leesburg has approved approximately 40,000 residential units. Of those, 14,185 are associated with The Villages, with about 3,300 already constructed.

Leesburg, FL · 4h

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Florida flooding state of emergency expands to Lake, Seminole and Volusia counties

Florida has expanded its state of emergency declaration for the historic flooding the state saw Monday as a new flooding threat emerges in the St. Johns River. Gov. Ron DeSantis expanded the emergency declaration on Wednesday to include Lake, Seminole and Volusia counties, as well as Glades, Hendry, Okeechobee and Palm Beach counties in South Florida.

Florida · 2d

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Thomas To Take Oath of Office

I am also honored to share this occasion with the Honorable Joseph “Joe” Faherty and the Honorable Michael Mullen as we participate in the Administration of the Oath of Office. Location: Citrus County School District Board Chambers. Public service is a privilege, and I am grateful for the...

Citrus County, FL · 14h

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Ocali Country Days takes a step back to the 1800s this weekend

SILVER SPRINGS, FL (352today.com) – The Silver River Museum & Environmental Education Center will be host to the Ocali Country Days Festival from Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 7-8, 2026. The festival will take place 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at 1445 NE 58th Ave., Ocala. There will be re-enactments and historical exhibits for a fun and educational weekend.

Ocala, FL · 2d

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Marion County family on edge as drivers blow through stop signs near their home

OCKLAWAHA, Fla. – A family living on the corner of Southeast 115th Place Road and Guava Pass in Ocklawaha says drivers regularly blow through stop signs and speed through the intersection — and they’re worried someone is going to get hurt. Joel Hickman has lived at the...

Ocklawaha, FL · 1d

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Tampa weather: Weak cold front brings humidity relief just in time for the weekend

TAMPA, Fla. - A weak cold front moves across the region tonight, clearing out lingering moisture and shifting surface winds. Inland communities may see a few isolated showers ahead of the boundary before clear, dry weather takes hold for Saturday and Sunday. Cooler, crisp air on the way. What we...

Tampa, FL · 15h

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Uncounted ballots could trigger recounts in two Congressional races, but reversal unlikely

Hundreds of uncounted ballots could send a pair of undecided midterm races in Central Florida to recounts this week. Under Florida law, mandatory recounts are triggered if the second-place candidate is within 0.5% of the first-place finisher. In Florida’s seventh congressional district, Republican Ryan Elijah has a 0.53% lead over...

Florida · 2d

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Ocala Food & Wine Festival returns to World Equestrian Center this weekend

Ocala Food & Wine Festival kicks off tomorrow with a chefs' dinner, followed by tasting events all weekend long.

Ocala, FL · 1d

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Klimas Presents “First Step” in Fairground Master Plan Revisions

BROOKSVILLE – On Tuesday, the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners held a regular meeting where they heard a presentation from Hernando County Fairgrounds Operations Manager Richard Klimas. The commissioners were looking to turn over a new leaf with Klimas and company but were cautious considering past dealings that...

Hernando County, FL · 7h

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Two Teams. Two Individual Champions. One Championship Sweep For Montverde Academy Cross Country.

The MVA boys and girls cross country teams captured FHSAA district championships at Sand Hill Scout Reservation in Brooksville on Wednesday morning, bringing both programs back to the top of the district standings. The boys earned their first district title since 2021, while the girls claimed their first since 2020.

Montverde, FL · 1d

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RIDE ALONG: See your Florida toll dollars used as Road Rangers clear crazy debris

You’ve probably seen it while driving on Central Florida’s expressways: a blown-out tire, a piece of furniture or some other unexpected obstacle sitting in the middle of the road. But who gets it out of the way — and how much of your toll money goes toward keeping...

Florida · 1d

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Sumter Landing district set to award $323,000 rebuild of Brinson-Perry Dog Park

The steeply sloped Brinson-Perry Dog Park is in line for a $322,947 rebuild, and the parking lot at Eisenhower Regional Recreation Center is set for a $365,527 repaving, under contracts headed to Sumter Landing Community Development District supervisors on Monday, Nov. 9. Both items first go before the Project Wide...

The Villages, FL · 1d