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Dealership to pay drivers $600k after tricking them into paying for useless fees that tacked on thousands to cost of car
CUSTOMERS banded together against a dealership that charged them undisclosed fees when buying a vehicle from under a lease. The Attorney General's Office used to take a "hands-off" approach when it came to dealerships - an official notice changed the game. Johnny Kane and Juan Carlos Beltran were two of...
A campaign emerges against the amendment that would end Florida’s campaign public financing
Floridians for Open Democracy, a recently launched group, is campaigning against a proposed state constitutional amendment that would scrap public funding of statewide campaigns and the spending limits that candidates who draw those funds must agree to. Getting rid of Florida’s matching-fund program for candidates running for governor and the three Cabinet positions would make […]
Lady Lake woman charged with biting thumb of gal pal
A Lady Lake woman has been released from jail after allegedly biting her gal pal on the thumb. Ariontae Daoshae Lynum, 23, has been released on $2,000 bond following her arrest Aug. 24 on charges of battery and resisting arrest. She was taken into custody after officers were called to...
Man breaks into screened-in porch while kids were home and admits to having ‘bad drugs’
A Deland man who was arrested for burglary after breaking into a screened-in porch while children were home claimed he heard kids screaming inside. A deputy driving east on U.S. Highway 42 was flagged down by two people in a red Jeep Wrangler who pointed out a pedestrian, later identified as 34-year-old Timothy Allen Gunter, further up the road around 11:0 a.m. Tuesday, according to an arrest report from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. They stated their kids just called and told them he broke into their house. The deputy directed the couple back to their house to call the Lake County Communications Center.
Live! at Pointe Orlando on International Drive to debut 4 new bars soon
Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal. The new 73,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor Live! at Pointe Orlando entertainment complex will debut Sept. 19 at 9 p.m., announced Maryland-based developer The Cordish Cos. ▶ WATCH CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS Live! at Pointe Orlando will feature new bars, cocktail lounges, restaurants and more.
Florida: Trulieve to Open Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Cocoa, Miramar Beach, Niceville, and Tampa Next Week
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information Today, Trulieve Cannabis Corp. announced the opening of new medical cannabis dispensaries in Miramar Beach, Niceville, and Tampa today and Cocoa on Saturday. Grand opening celebrations will be held at all four locations Friday, September 6, beginning at 9 a.m., featuring music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education sessions as well as learn … Continue reading The post Florida: Trulieve to Open Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Cocoa, Miramar Beach, Niceville, and Tampa Next Week appeared first on The Marijuana Herald.
SpaceX launches back-to-back Starlink flights after FAA lifts ban on Falcon fleet
SpaceX carried out back-to-back launches of Falcon 9 rockets carrying Starlink satellites into orbit late Friday and early Saturday, just hours after U.S. officials lifted a temporary ban on the rocket fleet.
Giant, Colorful Birds Are Popping Up All Over Orlando
Large, brightly colored birds have been spotted all over downtown Orlando, Florida, perched atop businesses and looming over passersby. The 16-feet-tall inflatable pigeons aren’t part of a new Florida theme park attraction, but they’re definitely getting a lot of attention. “Big City Birds” is an art installation aimed...
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...
‘Charmed’ Stars Set To Reunite Without Alyssa Milano To Honor Shannen Doherty
Weeks after Shannen Doherty died from cancer at 53, her Charmed co-stars are planning to reunite at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida for the ‘90s Con. All, including Rose McGowan, Holly Marie Combs, Drew Fuller, Brian Krause, Dorian Gregory, and Jennifer Rhodes, will be present. However, Alyssa Milano will not be in attendance.
The parent of a West Port High School student speaks out
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Ivory Blunt says her daughter has been the victim of bullying for a while at the West Port High School and she told school administrators. “My daughter would constantly come home and tell me that one of the girls that target her has been messing with her over time. She put a no contact into place last year.” said Blunt. Blunt says things escalated when a fight broke out earlier this week. She pointed out her daughter in a video of the fight.
Monkeying around on Ross Allen Island Boardwalk at Silver Springs State Park
These wild rhesus macaque monkeys were spotted on the Ross Allen Island Boardwalk at Silver Springs State Park. Thanks to Alex Vazquez for sharing!. Share your local photos with us at https://ocala-news.com/submit-your-photos!
Starbucks and Chipotle to add flavor to the “City with Small Town Charm”
BELLEVIEW, FL (352today.com) – Two nationally known chains will be opening their doors in the “City with Small Town Charm” in the spring of 2025. Chipotle and Starbucks will be the latest businesses to call Belleview home. The Mexican grill restaurant and upscale coffee shop will offer...
AdventHealth looks to build new 400-bed hospital in Lakeland. See the details
AdventHealth is the latest healthcare provider looking to build a major medical facility in South Lakeland. Lakeland commissioners will hold the first hearing for a request to change existing development plans to allow for a hospital, medical offices, retail-commercial space and multi-family housing at 3838 Harden Blvd. The undeveloped property is south...
Anti-vaping video by North Marion High students recognized by district
Students at North Marion High School were recognized by district officials for a new anti-vaping video that stresses the longterm risks associated with the deadly habit. This week, Marion County Public Schools announced the winners of its Fitness and Nutrition in Schools (FANS) Anti-Vaping Contest. The contest asked students to...
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