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Florida man arrested after allegedly trying to withdraw 1 cent from bank
LADY LAKE, Fla. - A Florida man is facing a felony robbery charge after he allegedly tried to withdraw 1 cent from a bank in Sumter County. The incident happened just before 2 p.m. on Saturday at the Chase Bank on US-441 in Lady Lake, according to an arrest affidavit from the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.
Hernando County Sheriff's Office conducts manhunt after suspect evades deputies
SPRING HILL, Fla. - The Hernando County Sheriff's Office was searching Tuesday morning for a wanted man they say is violent after he ran from deputies. According to HCSO, Michael Humphrey, 35, was wanted for battery and ran from authorities. Deputies were in the area of County Line Road between Fargo Court and Clearwater Drive in Spring Hill on Tuesday morning to search for Humphrey.
Residents Show Their Love for the Spring Hill Waterfall
A group of Hernando County residents organized a protest to preserve the Spring Hill Waterfall after several commissioners discussed its possible removal at a county workshop earlier this month. “They brought up that maybe we need to reconfigure it so it could give more space to properly flow that traffic...
7 things to do this weekend in Leesburg/Lake County
Fourth of July festivities spill into the first weekend in Eustis and Leesburg. Nature enthusiasts prove to us that it is still safe to recreate outdoors — you just go in the morning or late afternoon hours, dress appropriately and bring bug spray. Live music in Clermont and comedy...
World Champion Center Learns Fire Safety from Pasco County Fire Rescue
LAND O LAKES, FLa.- Students at the World Champion Center Taekwondo in Land O' Lakes got a special lesson recently when Pasco County Fire Rescue Station 28 and the Fire Rescue Public Education Team swung by for a visit. The firefighters brought fire safety education right to the school, teaching...
Report: Consumers taking on more debt to pay rent — here's how it has impacted Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. — How much do you pay for rent?. For many in America, including here in Florida, the rising costs of living have taken a toll on their wallets. So much so that people are now reportedly taking on debt to pay their rent. In a report from...
🫕New Hope for good barbecue
If you'd like to add a little patriotic zazz to your spread but have limited time, check out Morgan Hess' 10 easy red, white and blue recipes for July 4th in USA Today. What to bring to a cookout? Food and side dishes you need this July 4th. 🤽Now, here's...
Irate man allegedly throws metal dustpan at neighbor doing yard work
A Leesburg man was arrested after allegedly throwing a metal dustpan at his neighbor and slapping her phone out of her hands for filming it. Officers responded to a battery at an undisclosed Leesburg address around 12:48 p.m. Monday, June 24, according to an arrest report from the Leesburg Police Department. The female victim advised that her neighbor, 56-year-old Paul Albert Jette, threw a pan at her, smacked her phone out of her hand and pushed her.
Leesburg’s Star Spangled Spectacular 4th of July Schedule
A water ski show, live music, fun family activities, collegiate baseball and amazing fireworks are all part of Leesburg’s Star Spangled Spectacular 4th of July. The festivities begin at 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 4 at Ski Beach in Venetian Gardens, 201 Lake Harris Drive, Leesburg. This year’s event features carnival rides for kids and adults along with a photo booth, caricature artist and other entertainment. Vendors will serve up a variety of food including burgers, BBQ, arepas, Italian ice and strawberry shortcake.
Tampa Café serves up inclusivity and opportunity
TAMPA, Fla. — July is Disability Pride Month, an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences and struggles of the disability community. Here in the Tampa Bay area, there's a business committed to uplifting that community throughout the entire year: Coffee Uniting People or "CUP." CUP is a non-profit...
Leesburg woman allegedly bites ear of mentally disabled brother
A Leesburg woman was arrested for allegedly biting the ear of her mentally disabled brother and the finger of a tenant who defended him. An officer responded to a disturbance and possible battery wherein 56-year-old Maria Luisa Quinones was causing a disturbance with her roommate and tenant, the complainant, at an undisclosed Lake County residence around 9:40 p.m. Monday, June 24, according to an arrest report from the Leesburg Police Department. Prior to the officer’s arrival, the Leesburg Communications Center advised Quinones had bitten the complainant’s finger.
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office deputy arrested
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - A Manatee County Sheriff’s Office corrections deputy was arrested Tuesday, July 2 in Sarasota and charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (without intent to kill). He resigned from his position shortly after the incident. According to the report, Deputy Benjamin Sampey was...
On the Scene: Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties’ Glow Gala (PHOTOS)
More than 500 attendees gathered to support the Habitat mission at the sold-out Glow Gala, presented by Crown Automotive Charities and the Hawkins Family Foundation. The event, at the Vinoy Renaissance Resort, in St. Petersburg, illuminated the night celebrating the Habitat mission. Thanks to the support of the Glow Gala...
Tampa lawyer uses her knowledge of estate planning to help others for Juneteenth
TAMPA, Fla. — An attorney in Tampa is using her knowledge of estate planning to help people throughout June in honor of Juneteenth by waiving consulting fees for people looking to create a plan. It was around fourth grade when LaTerria Sherer knew what she wanted to do in...
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