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Jealous man allegedly assaults former co-worker at Walmart in Leesburg
A Leesburg man was arrested last week for assaulting an ex-coworker inside Walmart and damaging his vehicle because of a suspected relationship with his girlfriend. On the evening of May 15, the male victim was shopping at Walmart, located at 2501 Citrus Boulevard in Leesburg, according to an affidavit of probable cause out of Lake County. He reported to the Leesburg Police Department that he was confronted by an ex-coworker, later identified as 37-year-old Jaredd Isaac Pitts.
Vertical Aviation International’s Jim Viola Guest Speaker at Military Officers Association of America, Cape Canaveral Event
BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The August Military Officers Association of America, Cape Canaveral luncheon guest speaker was Jim Viola, the President and CEO of Vertical Aviation International, which was started 75 years ago in Anaheim, CA. As the President of Vertical Aviation International, Viola leads a global organization that...
High-Rise Hotel Proposed Near WDW at 13651 S. Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando, FL
A high-rise hotel known as “MB Resort” could take shape near Walt Disney World Resort. Our sources indicate that current plans call for a 19-story tower overlooking Lake Bryan to the east. The tower would measure 200 feet above grade, offering 199 rooms. The Orlando Business Journal reports...
Marion County Jail is exceptional, has impressive food, brilliant correctional officers
I have experience from Marion County Jail that was exceptional. I really don’t take credit for going in with a good attitude, I have mental health issues. I did learn quickly that what I projected is what I received. My correctional officers were brilliant. Their professional training kept me and most safe while being overworked and understaffed. I personally could not imagine trying to keep large counts of women from not fighting.
Two-Time Defending State Champion Cocoa Tigers Visit 3S State Champion Mainland Buccaneers This Friday on Space Coast Daily TV
BREVARD COUNTY • COCOA, FLORIDA – The 2023 2S State Champion Cocoa Tigers will travel north on I-95 to visit the defending 3S State Champion Mainland Buccaneers in Daytona Beach this Friday in the Space Coast Daily Game of the Week, presented by Erdman Automotive. Kickoff is set...
Popular Roller Coaster Loses Wheels Mid-Ride, Terrified Guests Sent Flying off the Rails
A theme park is being sued after its popular roller coaster lost its roller coaster and derailed mid-ride. There’s a reason roller coaster accidents always make the headlines—they’re so rare that they’re worth talking about. Whether it’s Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios, or any other theme park, every location builds its attractions to strict codes designed to ensure the safety of all.
Airline Files for Bankruptcy, Grounds All Flights: Orlando Airport Braces for Disney Guest Fallout
An airline filing for bankruptcy might affect your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. While several airlines benefit from the ongoing surge in travel demand post-pandemic, others are grappling with significant challenges such as soaring jet fuel costs, aircraft supply chain disruptions, and a limited customer base, particularly for regional carriers. In 2024, several airlines, including Air Malta, Armenia’s FlyArna, Canada’s Lynx Air, and Antigua and Barbuda’s LIAT, either sought bankruptcy protection or ceased operations entirely. Air Vanuatu abruptly canceled all its flights in the South Pacific in May, leaving numerous tourists and locals stranded.
Differing Daytona agendas ‘make this race pretty exciting’
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Is the risk worth the reward?. That will be the question 40 teams and drivers ask every lap during Saturday night’s Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway (7:30 p.m. ET, NBC, Peacock, NBC Sports App, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). With two...
Potbelly Sandwich Shop begins interior buildout of new restaurant
The Chicago-based Potbelly Sandwich Shop has been issued an interior buildout permit for a new restaurant here. The new restaurant will be located at 870 North U.S. Hwy. 27/441 Suite C, n the plaza adjacent to Starbucks, at the intersection of Rolling Acres Road, according to information obtained from the Lady Lake Building Department.
Clear the Shelters: Humane Society nearly double capacity, urgently needs adoptions
VERO BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Animals are everywhere at the Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County, but space for them to stay is hard to find. “It’s been a really tough time for us," said Liz Smokowski, the humane society's CEO. "We like to average around 170 animals in the shelter at once, and right now, we’re over 300."
NASCAR driver Tyler Reddick visits Turie T. Small Elementary, donates $10K
DAYTONA BEACH — Before heading to the Daytona International Speedway for the weekend’s races, Tyler Reddick — who drives the No. 45 Toyota Camry for 23XI Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series — made a pit stop at Turie T. Small Elementary Friday morning, hosting a question-and-answer-style discussion with students and then surprising the school with a $10,000 donation. ...
Crave Hot Dogs reopening in Ocala under new ownership
A hot dog, barbecue, and axe-throwing restaurant in southwest Ocala that closed late last year will reopen next week under new ownership. Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ is reopening at 2463 SW 27th Avenue, in the Shady Oaks Shopping Plaza, on Friday, August 30. To celebrate its grand opening, the...
Volusia-Flagler football roundup: University, Spruce Creek, NSB grab big wins in Week 1
Week 1 has come and gone. Ten Volusia-Flagler teams competed in eight games. There were three more canceled. Let's take a look at Thursday and Friday scores from around the...
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