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A discussion about the upcoming hurricane season
It was 20 years ago that the lull of severe tropical activity in Central Florida was dismissed. Four storms — Charley, Frances, Jeanne, plus Ivan in the Panhandle — woke up new and old Floridians to the threat that hurricanes pose. For many, this was their first experience...
NWS Melbourne - Risk of Severe Storms Again This Afternoon for East-Central Florida; 'Marginal' Risk Only for the Treasure Coast
East-Central Florida - Monday May 20, 2024: The National Weather Service (NWS) in Melbourne has again forecast another round of severe storms this afternoon for East-Central Florida, although the risk for the Treasure Coast is expected to be a "marginal" Level 1 Risk, the lowest level on the NWS' risk scale of 1 to 5.
Proper maintenance of infrastructure in The Villages ‘non-existent’
It seems like once a month we have to call “Utilities” to come out to repair the water mains in front of our house. Jacobs brings out the trucks, guess at the location for the leaking pipe, and start cutting the pavement, hydraulically dig and finally “repair” the defective flex-tube. Sounds correct, right? Beginning several years ago this occasional inconvenience became a monthly event. The residents of our cul-de-sac started requesting new pipes be installed. One gentleman on a repair crew stated that “… your street has been put on a list to have new water mains trenched in, but it will likely be a few more years before they can get to it.”
Suspect tracked down in fraud cases at Citizens First Bank
A suspect has been tracked down in fraud cases at Citizens First Bank locations in The Villages. Franklin Bobby Hogans, 34, of Lady Lake, was booked this past week at the Sumter County Detention Center after his arrest by Lake County sheriff’s deputies. Hogans was wanted on Sumter County...
What's coming to Lady Lake: Commercial space, apartments, Darrell's Diner
LADY LAKE — The Town Commission has approved plans for the 12,628 square-foot Teague Plaza, with commercial space and a Darrell’s Diner on the first floor and apartments on the second. The commission approved the plan on May 6 for the property at County Road 25, Teague Trail,...
Lakeside Landings woman jailed after bond revoked in DUI case
A Lakeside Landings woman has been jailed after her bond was revoked in a drunk driving case. Jennifer Fort McNeal, 43, was being held without bond this weekend at the Lake County Jail. McNeal originally was arrested in October after she was spotted driving in the wrong direction in Clermont,...
Orlando area to see highs in 80s, with spotty showers possible
ORLANDO, Fla. – A weak front continues to sink across Central Florida Monday morning, producing some light showers before sunrise. The front will shift south of the area by early afternoon, ushering in a weak northerly wind flow. An east coast sea breeze will still be able to develop and push inland through the day, sparking a handful of showers and storms after 2 p.m., with coverage at 30-40%.
Pet of the Week – Snowball
Hi Friends! My name is Snowball! I am a 60-pound female, Husky/Shepherd Blend. I am a very happy doggie and very affectionate with all people. I love to give kisses. I get along well with other well-behaved doggies. I would love to have a nice fenced-in yard where I can run around and play with you in. I am super smart and love to play with my toys. I have moderate energy so I hope we can do some fun things together to keep me active! Just look into my beautiful amber-colored eyes and I know you will want to bring me home. How soon can you pick me up? *
Homeless man found inhaling from aerosol can at National Pain Institute
A homeless man was arrested after he was found inhaling a substance from an aerosol can at the National Pain Institute in Lady Lake. A deputy went to the office at 13945 U.S. Hwy. 441 about 8:30 p.m. Thursday to investigate a report of a suspicious person, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
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