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Memorial grows for victims killed in massive Ocala bus crash
MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Crosses with the names of victims now cover the Ocala field where a bus crashed Tuesday, killing eight people. But not long before, the grass was empty. There was no sign of the loss that had happened there. "It was actually vacant," said Roberto Marquez....
Have you seen her? Lake County deputies seek missing teen
LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – Deputies in Lake County are looking for a missing teenager. Jordyn Coyle, 15, was last seen Wednesday morning in Weirsdale leaving her home with a friend in a white Chevrolet Equinox, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. Coyle was last seen wearing a...
Rent price hacks could offer break to rising rates
Rent rates in Central Florida are rising quickly. The Orlando area is now the 15th most expensive city in the country, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. However, there are a few hacks that can help keep the rent down.
Villager arrested after going out to breakfast at local restaurant
A Villager was arrested after going out to breakfast at a local restaurant. An officer spotted a white Ford F-150 pickup at about 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Perkins restaurant at La Plaza Grande and ran the license plate which led to the discovery that vehicle’s registered owner, 49-year-old James Stevens of the Historic Side of The Villages, has been classified as a habitual traffic offender, according to an arrest report from the Lady Lake Police Department. The Wisconsin native has had a long history of driving-related arrests.
Orlando weather: Temperatures to fire up across Central Florida, heat index could soar to triple digits
ORLANDO, Fla. - Central Florida can expect a blend of clouds and sunshine on Friday. A weakening line of showers and storms is approaching the region, and some areas may experience a leftover shower or downpour around midday. High temperatures on Friday will be in the low to mid-90s across...
Villager IDs son as theft suspect caught on surveillance at Walmart
A Villager identified his son as a theft suspect caught on surveillance at a local Walmart. The 85-year-old Village of Santo Domingo resident confirmed that his son, 59-year-old Bryan Bybee, was caught on surveillance in connection with the theft of merchandise May 3 at the Walmart at Sarasota Plaza, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office. A deputy went to the home for confirmation of the identity of the suspect.
Sheltering Hands hosts two cat adoption events
Sheltering Hands will be hosting two cat adoption events at PetSmart in Lady Lake. The first event is called the “Red, White Meow” adoption event, and will take place from May 17-19. The second event, the “Bring Home the Love” adoption event, will take place on June 22nd...
Osprey drying off near Sharon Rose Wiechens Preserve
After returning with a hearty breakfast for himself and his family, this somewhat wet osprey took a moment for some alone time to dry off on an electrical tower near Sharon Rose Wiechens Preserve. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!. Share your local photos with us at https://villages-news.com/contact-us!
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