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Winn-Dixie in The Villages to see $1.9 million remodeling job prior to ALDI conversion
A popular Winn-Dixie location in The Villages will be remodeled and converted into an ALDI just over a year after the southeastern grocery chain was acquired in a multi-billion dollar deal. The Winn Dixie at 820 Old Camp Road in Lake Sumter Landing will undergo remodeling to be converted into...
Lady Lake’s Historic Mom & Dad’s Restaurant To Reopen As Lady Lake Pizza And Pasta
LADY LAKE, Fla. (AP) — The historic Mom & Dad’s Restaurant in Lady Lake, a beloved local eatery that had been around for over 60 years and closed its doors earlier this year, is set to reopen under new ownership. Kareem El Shimy, a local entrepreneur and restaurant manager at La Famiglia Italiana in Sanford, Florida has acquired the property and plans to reopen it as Lady Lake Pizza and Pasta.
The 8 best places to get mofongo in Central Florida
Wondering where to get the best mofongo near you? Restaurants, cafeterias, and food trucks across Orlando and Central Florida serve up a variety of this filling Puerto Rican staple. Move over, Mickey Mouse. Orlando’s Boricua culinary scene is varied and ever-expanding, making it one of central Florida’s defining and most...
Home Sense Replaces Bed Bath & Beyond In Lady Lake
Home Sense is replacing the old Bed Bath & Beyond location in Lady Lake. Bed Bath & Beyond closed last year due to bankruptcy. This new home goods store offers furniture, lighting a rug gallery and artwork. There are two other Home Sense locations in Lake Mary and Tampa. The...
Site cleared for new Wawa to serve Wildwood and The Villages
The site has been cleared for a new Wawa that will serve the Wildwood and The Villages. On Monday, construction crews were walking the site of the new Wawa coming to the northwest corner of County Road 466A and County Road 462. Located within Wildwood, the site is situated just...
Vegan and Gluten-Free Healthy Meals in the Heart of Mount Dora
Among other dining and shopping options inside the Mount Dora Marketplace is Dark and Light Café, a charming coffee shop featuring rich organic brews paired with delectable healthy eats. The faith-based eatery, which serves a variety of organic vegan and vegetarian dishes including empanadas, wraps, burgers, salads, smoothies and...
The Toasted Yolk Brings Breakfast & Full Bar Concept to The Villages
Open just two weeks, The Toasted Yolk in The Villages has already created a stir among golfers, tennis players and early-risers. The Texas-based breakfast and lunch spot is a welcome addition to Deaton Plaza, which already houses Jimmy John’s Subs, Piesano’s Pizzeria and Kumo Sushi. General Manager John...
Great Wiener Walk trots into Winter Garden
If you see a group of dachshunds and their humans in downtown Winter Garden this weekend, they’re likely part of the Great Wiener Walk. All dachshunds and their owners are invited to join the walk, which takes place at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, in downtown Winter Garden. The...
Fun-Loving Clermont Resident Leads the Pack as Professional Dog Sitter
My journey began: Since I have always looked for opportunities to help and spend as much time as possible with animals, I signed up to be a volunteer at the South Lake Animal League in the early 2000s. While volunteering, I met and adopted my beloved dog, Nutmeg, who is still with me today. A fellow volunteer and friend thought I would be a great dog sitter and suggested I register on Rover, which I did in 2017.
Free & Open to the Public: Music Remembrance Jazz Quintet Concert (Sept 16)
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of music on Monday, September 16, 2024, as the Music Remembrance Jazz Quintet takes the stage at First Baptist Church Leesburg, located at 220 N 13th St., Leesburg, FL 34748. The concert, which begins at 7 p.m., promises a vibrant mix of jazz, gospel, Dixieland, comedy songs, and blues music, all infused with a spirit of fun and joy.
Things to do: Halloween Horror Nights, Food & Wine Festival, Parade in Lake Mary & more this weekend
ORLANDO, Fla. — It’s a jam-packed Labor Day Weekend ahead in Central Florida. On Friday, August 30th, through September 1st, Disney on Ice will be performed at the Kia Center. Times vary date. On Friday, August 30th, through November 23rd, the Food & Wine Festival returns to EPCOT...
SAVE THE DATE: Harris Faulkner to speak at Foundation Academy
Harris Faulkner, the six-time Emmy Award-winning newscaster, television host and author, will speak in Winter Garden next month. Faulkner will be the featured speaker at Winter Garden First Baptist’s God Still Answers Prayer fundraiser, which takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, at Foundation Academy’s Tilden Campus, 15304 Tilden Road, Winter Garden.
Hi Society: “All it Takes is a Hammer and a Heart” Pink Champagne Party
The RoMac Training Center in Leesburg hosted the “All it Takes is a Hammer and a Heart” event Pink Champagne Party on March 23 to support Habitat for Humanity South Lake. Panelists who spoke on empowering women, families and communities included Habitat for Humanity Lake-Sumter CEO Danielle Stroud, Lou Buigas of West Construction, Maddie Seitzler, graduate of the Youth Construction Academy and Habitat Homebuyer Debbie Duket. Primary sponsors included Farmer’s Roofing, Leadership Lake County, AgeWave Solutions, Kim Varnadore State Farm, White Aluminum and Windows, and First National Bank of Mount Dora. To date, $66,582 has been raised, with top fundraising team, the Chicks with Sticks, raising $20,499, and top individual fundraiser, Sarah Cichielo raising a total of $16,127.
‘Pippin’ bringing accessible show to this Central Florida theatre for those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing
WINTER GARDEN, Fla. – In downtown Winter Garden, you can catch the story of a young prince who learns the true meaning of glory, love and war in the musical from Stephen Schwartz, the composer and lyricist behind the Broadway hit, “Wicked.”. In this musical, Pippin is in...
Clermont’s Guru Indian Restaurant celebrates 10th anniversary
Guru Indian Restaurant, 2400 U.S. 27, Suite 101, Clermont, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in September. Master chef Uday Kadam opened the restaurant in September 2014. Guru serves authentic Northern Indian cuisine. Kadam said he is grateful for the loyal local customer base that has supported Guru since its inception.
FREE Karaoke and Open Mic Night at the Groveland Historical Museum (Aug 31)
The Groveland Historical Museum invites you to an evening of fun, music, and community spirit at our FREE Karaoke and Open Mic Night! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just looking to have some fun, this event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your vocal talents. Event Details:. When:...
Traveling Edgar Allan Poe speakeasy coming to these 3 Central Florida cities
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – The Edgar Allan Poe Cocktail Experience, a “chilling cocktail experience dedicated to the stories” of the American writer, is coming to three Central Florida cities in September. According to organizers, the 21+ event takes place inside of a dark speakeasy and will feature...
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