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Two Villages residents booked into Sumter County jail Nov. 7-13

Two people who gave The Villages as their address were booked into the Sumter County jail between Saturday, Nov. 7, and Friday morning, Nov. 13, according to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office jail records. Both were released within a day. The Gazette searched the jail’s booking records one day...

Sumter County, FL · 7h
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Couple Waits Through Long Lines At Salt Shack In Clermont On Earlier Visits, Then Finally Eats There And Finds The Key Lime Pie Outshines The Sides

A restaurant with a line out the door is either a great sign or a great...

Clermont, FL · 2d

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ROACHES, RODENTS & MORE: Six Central Florida eateries shut down over health problems

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last week, six more Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records. These records show the reported eateries experienced violations like rodent droppings, roaches, and storage issues, among others. Nearly all of...

Orlando, FL · 2d
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Lake County crossing failure leads to pedestrian death and safety outcry

A dangerous crossing in Lake County is raising new concerns about pedestrian and bicyclist safety. At CR-455 and the South Lake Trail, fewer than 40% of drivers are yielding to people trying to cross. Safety advocates said this is a problem that can no longer be ignored. "I come from...

Lake County, FL · 3d
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Sumter County family faces $50K fine after code enforcement notices sent to wrong address

SUMTER COUNTY, Fla. – A Central Florida family is fighting to hold onto a piece of property that carries decades of history — after Sumter County code enforcement fines were mailed to an outdated address following their grandmother’s death. Starley Ard says the ordeal started when her...

Sumter County, FL · 1d

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City of Clermont Urges Residents, Designers, and Contractors To Be Aware of New Building Code

The City of Clermont’s Building Services Department is informing residents, property owners, contractors, and design professionals that the Florida Building Code, 9th Edition, takes effect December 31, 2026. The Florida Building Code establishes statewide minimum standards for building occupancy, design, construction, alterations, and repairs. The transition to the new...

Clermont, FL · 1d

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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.

Orlando, FL · 3d

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Seven doctors leaving CenterWell practices in The Villages, notices show

At least seven physicians are leaving CenterWell practices in The Villages between October and January, according to legal notices the company has been publishing to tell patients how to get their medical records. A separate notice says a longtime Villages-area internist is retiring at year’s end and has transferred his practice.

The Villages, FL · 2d

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Dead Villager’s home in foreclosure becoming a neighborhood eyesore

An abandoned home belonging to a deceased Villager has fallen into foreclosure and is quickly becoming a neighborhood eyesore. The property at 2181 Marlboro St. in the Village of Liberty Park was the subject of a deed compliance hearing Tuesday before the Community Development District 5 Board of Supervisors at SeaBreeze Recreation Center.

The Villages, FL · 1d

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Clermont Farm Unveils Goatopia, a Tiny Town Built Just for Its Goat Herd

There is a new reason to make the drive out to Clermont, and it involves a vintage tram, a tiny town, and a whole lot of goats. Showcase of Citrus has opened Goatopia, a new interactive petting zoo experience that gives visitors an up-close look at the farm's resident herd in a setting built specifically for them.

Clermont, FL · 1d

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We are supposed to be ‘Florida’s Friendliest Hometown’

I continue to read multiple letters that only ignite political division throughout The Villages. I understand everyone has a right to their own opinion! That being said, can’t that be communicated in a respectful way on this platform? The name-calling and complete disrespect for others who don’t belong to one party or another are out of control. One individual here, who seems to get his letters posted regularly, calls fellow Villagers traitors and questions their intelligence. Also, using terms like “filthy pig” is, to me (my opinion, of course), completely unnecessary. I don’t even have to say his name because I’m betting if this gets posted, anyone who reads this will know; he’s not the only one, but he sure seems to get and enjoy the spotlight. All I’m asking for is some type of standard for these letters getting posted and for people to show respect to their fellow Villagers! I am not trying to stop anyone from stating his or her opinion, but please, editor, use better judgment by only posting letters that convey these opinions in a respectful way. We are supposed to be “Florida’s Friendliest Hometown,” so how about maybe starting there and creating a better, more respectful forum for opinions to be shared. Again, some of my fellow Villagers might not agree with my post and maybe some will, but I feel I’ve stated my opinion respectfully and stand by my words.

The Villages, FL · 3d

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Crickets from the MAGA crowd

Why is the MAGA crowd suddenly so silent after the thumping they took in the midterm elections? No golf cart parades, no sign-waving. Only crickets. Is this the end of the MAGA movement (once and for all)?. John Thies. Summerfield.

The Villages, FL · 2d

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20 best independent restaurants near The Villages, Florida: highly rated local favorites worth the drive

THE VILLAGES, FL (352Today.com) – The 352 is about to see its first frosty November temperatures this week. Locals are bracing for lows in the 40s, chilly by Florida standards, while our snowbird friends are already in place. For them, winter is an event, and they come here for it.

The Villages, FL · 3d

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Community Comes Together For The 15th Annual Taste of South Lake

Submitted by Brianna McLees, South Lake Chamber of Commerce. The 15th Annual Taste of South Lake & Business Expo delivered a memorable evening of food, business networking and community spirit at Waterfront Park in Clermont on Thursday, November 5. The event was Sold Out with 1,200 guests gathered to sample more than 60 local restaurants and business booths.

Clermont, FL · 2d

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Lake County Schools goes to court after 47,000 student records ‘mistakenly released’ to parent

TAVARES, Fla. – The Lake County school district “mistakenly released” more student records than previously thought, and they are going to court to get them destroyed. A district attorney updated school board members on the debacle during a meeting Monday. Originally the school district said 1,800 student...

Lake County, FL · 3d

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Tri Pointe Homes Perches New Minneola Community Atop Sugarloaf Mountain

A new 178-home community is taking shape near the top of Sugarloaf Mountain in Minneola, where Tri Pointe Homes is preparing to welcome buyers to sweeping views of Lake County from one of the highest points on the Florida peninsula. The community, called Pine Ridge at Sugarloaf Mountain, is organized into three neighborhoods along Hancock Road just north of its roundabout intersection with Sugarloaf Mountain Road, and the builder says sales could begin as soon as December.

Minneola, FL · 2d

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These 10 Florida Suburbs Are Getting So Expensive That Middle-Class Families Are Being Priced Out

Two neighbors in Florida can own nearly identical houses and pay wildly different property tax bills. Blame the Save Our Homes rule, which caps annual increases in a homesteaded home’s assessed value at 3 percent or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower. Longtime owners get protected. New buyers...

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Magnolia Breeze has closed its doors in downtown Eustis

Have to admit, we thought this one had some staying power, but Magnolia Breeze , a tropical-meets-comfort-food restaurant located at 108 N. Bay St. in downtown Eustis, has closed for good. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } Owned by Iliana and Francisco Pimentel, the restaurant had cultivated a local following for its colorful dishes and welcoming atmosphere with an eclectic mix of events. "Sorry to see this place close," said customer Libbi Abney Freeman. "Had a great time at 'The Summer I Turned Pretty Finale' watch party they threw." Magnolia Breeze has hosted a wide range of events, including Thanksgiving Day dinners, drag-show brunches, First Responders appreciation nights and an R&B karaoke brunch. It had a fresh upbeat vibe with cheerful, professional service. Though developers have been seeking out downtown Eustis property , no plans have been publicly announced for the historic building across the tracks from Ferran Park. This article originally appeared on Daily Commercial: Magnolia Breeze has closed its doors in downtown Eustis

Eustis, FL · 2h

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Lake County Animal Shelter waives adoption fees for veterans through end of November

The Lake County Animal Shelter will honor Veterans Day by waiving adoption fees for veterans through Nov. 30. The promotion encourages veterans to visit the shelter, meet adoptable pets, and find a new best friend to share life’s adventures. “Veterans have given so much in service to our country,...

Lake County, FL · 1d