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Ground depression forces evacuations in Groveland neighborhood
GROVELAND, Fla. — Several homes in a Lake County neighborhood have been evacuated following the emergence of a significant ground depression. The incident began last night on Compass Rose Drive, where a substantial ground depression was reported, prompting city officials to tape off and ultimately condemn one home. This house now stands as the epicenter of an 18 feet by 25 feet wide and 10 feet deep depression, with most of the damage lying beneath the structure.
Lake Co. Animal Shelter waiving adoption fees for dogs as facility houses record number
More than 100 dogs have entered the care of the Lake County Animal Shelter in the last two weeks, totaling more than 200. It's a record number for the facility, which hasn't seen nearly this many canines in its care since Hurricane Irma. "We expect even more to come in...
You now have to walk your dog on a leash in this Central Florida city
MOUNT DORA, Fla. – The Mount Dora City Council brought its rules on animals in line with Lake County Code, meaning all “at-large animals” must now be leashed when they’re not otherwise securely confined. Councilmembers took up Ordinance 2024-15 at Thursday night’s meeting, called in part...
Sports Spotlight Shines On South Lake County – A Premier Training Site For Olympic Athletes
South Lake County, particularly the areas of Clermont and Montverde, has become a favored training ground for athletes from around the world, including those preparing for the 2024 Olympics. This region’s appeal lies in its world-class facilities, supportive environment, and commitment to athletic excellence. Clermont, the “Choice of Champions,”...
Leesburg’s Beverly Shores Elementary School Will Close For Renovations
The fall 2025 school year will be the last at the current iteration of Beverly Shores Elementary School. Lake County Schools has indicated that the school will close down for the 2025-2026 school year as Lake County seeks to replace older buildings from the 1960s and portables which have expanded the capacity of the school.
Overnight Construction to Close Stoneybrook West Parkway and Community Entrance
Heads up to all late-night drivers in the Stoneybrook area: Construction work is going to lead to the closure of Stoneybrook West Parkway, and the Stoneybrook West community entrance. According to the Central Florida Expressway Authority, there will be some overnight construction affecting your drive starting at 11 PM on Thursday, July 25, and going until 5 AM on Friday, July 26. The construction is focused on the noise wall along the southbound side of the parkway, directly adjacent to the Stoneybrook West community, according to the City of Winter Garden press release.
Slow down: Leesburg soon might have cameras monitoring those school speed zones
The Leesburg City Commission is mulling a proposed Article VII ordinance, "School Zone Speed Enforcement," Chapter 21, "providing for purpose, intent and definitions" of establishing a school zone speed enforcement program and authorizing the use of speed detection systems within the city. In other words: Speed-enforcement cameras may be installed at school zones. The...
Old arts venue gets new life: Hideaway Performing Arts Center opening in Eustis
This weekend, a Eustis performance space with a long and varied history will see the grand opening of its newest incarnation: The Hideaway Performing Arts Center. Located in the Eustis Plaza shopping center at 431 Plaza Drive, the Hideaway has previously been known by names such as Living Drama Theatre, “the 99-cent movie theater,” Theatre 1901, the Florida Sunshine Opry and the Plaza Theatre. ...
MEET THE CANDIDATES: Keith Truenow, Florida Senate District 13 Republican Primary
Education: Leesburg High School and mechanical certifications, U.S. Air Force. Qualifications: Turfgrass Producers of Florida, Lake Harris Chain Restoration Council, Lake County Fair Association and Lake County Farm Bureau. Why are you running for Florida State Senate District 13?. I ran with a simple mission: go to work to craft...
City proposes millage rate, plans for budget hearings
The Winter Garden City Commission proposed to stick with the current millage rate of 4.5 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and scheduled two public budget hearings for September at its Thursday, July 11, meeting. The Truth in Millage Act timetable requires the city to advise the Orange County Property Appraiser of...
Mount Dora’s Marlene Straughan Promoted To Regional Executive Director Region 1
Marlene Straughan, a dedicated and long-time resident of Lake County, has taken on an exciting new challenge within the Lake County Schools system. She has been promoted to Regional Executive Director for Region 1, which encompasses schools in Eustis, Umatilla, Sorrento, Lady Lake, and Mount Dora, as well as Lake County Virtual School.
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