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Doctors warn Central Florida is seeing a flu season surge

Central Florida sees an early rise in H1N1 cases as health officials prepare for more respiratory viruses soon.

Central Florida, FL · 14h

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Man from Mexico back behind bars after skipping court date

A man from Mexico who was caught earlier this year driving without a license has landed back behind bars. Gelasio Andres Perez, 28, of Wildwood, was booked Saturday at the Sumter County Detention Center following his arrest by Sumter County sheriff’s deputies on a warrant charging him with failure to appear.

Wildwood, FL · 17h
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Philly Pretzel Factory coming to shopping plaza in The Villages

Here’s big news for those who hail from the City of Brotherly Love: A Philly Pretzel Factory is coming to a shopping plaza in The Villages. The new eatery will be located at Rolling Acres Plaza in the Lady Lake portion of The Villages. The Lady Lake Building Department...

The Villages, FL · 2d
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Carrots and traffic reassurances cleared way for 7-Eleven at busy intersection

Hundreds of thousands of dollars in road improvements and the promise of new tax revenue proved to be the winning formula to finally clear the path for a 7-Eleven at one of Lady Lake’s most congested intersections. After years of pushback and a previous denial just this past May,...

Lady Lake, FL · 8h
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DUI suspect driving without headlights refuses to provide breath sample

A Leesburg man was arrested for DUI after driving with his lights off and becoming uncooperative when stopped for it. A deputy on patrol observed 32-year-old Paul Arron Knotts driving a black pickup truck without lights in Leesburg around 10:55 p.m. Monday, according to an arrest report from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. A traffic stop was initiated near the intersection of Gray Street and Southgate Avenue.

Leesburg, FL · 2d

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New Apopka leadership roles approved with salaries up to $210,000

Apopka officials approved four new department head roles following debates over high salaries and property tax reforms.

Apopka, FL · 15h

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Food Banks In Central Florida & Florida

(Please click on red links & note magenta) In light of our post on November 1, 2026, FORTRESS Initiative: Pentagon Prepares for 90 Days Without Power, I believe some of the residents of Central Florida and Florida would benefit from learning about locations of various food banks in the area, both in terms of becoming recipients as well as donors of the food banks, below:

Florida · 2d

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Couple in The Villages leading effort to make Christmas merrier for Wildwood students

The United Neighborhood Alliance (UNA), a fundraising organization founded by Villages residents Tom and Vicki Lombardo, is announcing the 2026 Wildwood Elementary School Christmas Drive. The school will designate 50 children who are in need, and the organization’s volunteers will use the money raised to shop for the children’s wants...

Wildwood, FL · 10h

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Orlando Sizzles in 80s Before Coldest Fall Blast Hits Central Florida

Orlando starts Sunday with clear skies and temperatures in the low 60s, but the afternoon will feel much warmer as the city climbs to about 82 degrees. Sunshine and light north winds should make for an easy outdoor day inland, even as serious water hazards continue elsewhere in Central Florida.

Orlando, FL · 17h

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Inside Agave Bandido in Winter Garden

A restaurant in Winter Garden has become a hot spot. Agave Bandido features a Mexican-inspired menu and a hidden adults-only bar. FOX 35's David Martin takes a look inside.

Winter Garden, FL · 2d

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Don Deakin to host next Q&A meeting at Mulberry Grove

Don Deakin, who has been an involved resident of The Villages and local government for more than 24 years, will host his next Q&A meeting on Monday, Nov. 9, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Mulberry Grove Regional Recreation Center. The meetings are open to all Villages residents and...

The Villages, FL · 1d

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Sumter County residents deserve to know what cuts are coming in the wake of Amendment 3

Kids don’t pay property taxes, but they live with the choices we make about them. The Sumter County Youth Soccer Club has alerted families about a possible closure of Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park. The county’s own July budget packet shows that the stakes are even bigger. Under its alternate budget, both the recreation park and the Lake Panasoffkee library branch are marked “No” under “Remain Open.” Belvedere and Webster’s libraries are on the list, too. The scenario contemplated facility closures beginning in July 2027. The county says the alternate budget was never adopted.

Sumter County, FL · 1d

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Meet Chuey, a Sweet and Loving Spunky Senior Labradoodle, Ready for a Forever Home

Florida pet parents and fellow dog lovers, a local rescue, Polka Dogz Pet Rescue, would like you to meet Chuey, a sweet and loving senior Labradoodle, who still has plenty of spunk at age 10, and you can apply to adopt him today. "Chuey may be your perfect match!"

Florida · 1d

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Sumter County to celebrate Farm-City Week with equestrian center tour

Sumter County is inviting residents to celebrate its agricultural heritage with a special Farm-City Week tour and presentation on Thursday, Nov. 19, at the Sumter Equestrian Center in Bushnell. Observed nationwide from Nov. 18-25, Farm-City Week is a longstanding tradition that recognizes the partnerships between agricultural producers, businesses, and consumers....

Sumter County, FL · 12h

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The Ruthvens President Brandon Clark Named Chair of the Central Florida Development Council

The Ruthvens, Central Florida’s warehouse specialists, is pleased to announce that President Brandon Clark has been named Chair of the Board of Directors of the Central Florida Development Council (CFDC), Polk County’s economic development organization. Clark assumed the role on October 1, 2026. Clark’s appointment reflects The Ruthvens’...

Lakeland, FL · 1d

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Villages utility boards to weigh $11.5 million in automated water meters

Two Villages-area utility boards will be asked this week to approve about $11.5 million in new automated water meters, replacing more than 36,000 meters that now have to be read by hand, by touch or by older equipment that staff say is failing. The North Sumter County Utility Dependent District...

Sumter County, FL · 18h

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Taste of South Lake Draws 1,200 While Showcasing Local Businesses

Food samples, business exhibits and live entertainment brought a large crowd to Clermont Waterfront Park on Nov. 5 for the sold-out 15th annual Taste of South Lake & Business Expo. Hosted by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce and presented by AdventHealth Minneola, the event gave guests an evening to...

Clermont, FL · 2d

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Residents invited to join in grand reopening of renovated golf course

Residents are invited to join in the grand reopening of a renovated golf course in The Villages later this month. The El Santiago Executive Golf Course, located at 2381 Enrique Drive, will host its grand reopening celebration on Friday, Nov. 20. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will kick off the morning at 9 a.m., with the first tee times officially starting at 10 a.m..

The Villages, FL · 1d

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Christine Cruz Wins Eustis Seat With Focus on Residents and Downtown

Christine Cruz has spent years helping clean up Eustis, supporting local organizations and participating in discussions about the city’s future. Now, voters have chosen her to help guide it. Christine won Seat 2 on the Eustis City Commission in the Nov. 3 election, receiving 4,372 votes, or 63.27%, to...

Eustis, FL · 16h

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Lady Lake bracing for ‘difficult decisions’ following passage of Amendment 3

Officials in Lady Lake are warning of a massive revenue shortfall and impending “difficult decisions” regarding town services following the overwhelming passage of Amendment 3. The statewide measure, which aims to dramatically reduce property taxes, received approximately 62% support across Florida on Election Night, surpassing the 60% threshold...

Lady Lake, FL · 2d