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Back to School giveaway in Ocala on July 6
Legacy View Church is hosting a Back to School event on July 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Church officials said school age children will receive a backpack with school supplies, a haircut and a meal. The event will be held in an open space across the street from Donovan's Barbershop at 1715 W. Silver Springs Blvd. For more information or to make a donation, call Deacon Gary Thornton at (407) 879-1038 or Prophetess Danielle Wiggins at (352) 292-5703. This article originally appeared on Ocala Star-Banner: Back to School giveaway in Ocala on July 6
Microchip helps Orange County animal shelter reunite lost dog with owners after fireworks scare
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Ozzy the dog, who was spooked by fireworks and hit by a car before being found by Ocoee police, has been reunited with his family thanks to a microchip, according to Orange County Animal Services. He was found early Friday, struggling as the crash had...
Orlando State Senate Candidate Cheryl Blancett Charged with Grand Theft from Homeowners Association
An Orlando-area state Senate candidate, Cheryl Blancett, is currently facing charges for allegedly stealing $47,722 from a homeowners association, where she managed finances. This case is set to go to trial in September. Blancett, also known as CJ, has been charged with grand theft of $20,000 or more, a second-degree felony, as reported by the Orlando Sentinel.
City seeking direction from Christian legal group on ‘unconstitutional’ prayer vigil
The Ocala City Council is looking for direction from a Christian legal organization as it continues to navigate a 2014 lawsuit over a prayer vigil that was deemed “unconstitutional.”. On Tuesday, July 2, City Attorney William Sexton provided a brief update on the lawsuit, which was filed by Art...
Olympia High girls track-and-field star Omaria Gordon signs with South Carolina
Recent Olympia High graduate and former Titans girls track-and-field star, Omaria Gordon, has selected where she will continue her athletic and academic journey: the University of South Carolina, officially signing her national letter of intent on June 30. Despite a plethora of offers from the likes of Ohio State, UAB,...
Titusville Coyote Pup Rescued from Brink of Death by WILD Florida
A young coyote pup found near death at the Titusville Police Station is making a remarkable recovery thanks to the tireless efforts of WILD Florida Rescue. The pup, severely emaciated, tick-infested, and weak, was rushed into the care of WILD Florida, who feared she might not survive the night. However,...
Universal Introduces Shocking Restrictions for Epic Universe, All Guests Must Visit for at Least Three Days
Epic Universe is just around the corner – but visiting may be harder than we originally thought. Even without its upcoming third new park, Universal Orlando Resort is already more than a fierce competitor for neighboring resort Walt Disney World. Boasting two theme parks (Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure), a water park (Volcano Bay), and a shopping and dining district (Universal Orlando CityWalk), there’s plenty to do for guests of all ages.
Lake County Announces Temporary Closure of Parks for Nematode Treatment: Umatilla, Sorrento, Minneola, Leesburg Areas Affected
For those looking to enjoy some outdoor sports or simply lounge on the grass at your favorite community spots, heads up: several lakefront parks will be off-limits early next week. A nematode treatment is being applied to the Bermuda grass at different ballfields and multipurpose fields to address infestations that, unchecked, could do a number on the verdant expanses we take for granted, according to Lake County, Florida.
Community comes together for Fourth of July celebration in Palm Bay
PALM BAY, Fla. — July Fourth may be behind us but the celebration continues all weekend. People in Palm Bay got together tonight at Eastern Florida State College's Palm Bay campus. The fireworks went off around 9:15 p.m. But there was plenty to do before the big show including...
‘He Talked S—t All the Time’: Kevin Garnett Called ‘Biggest Racist Against White Players’ By Former Orlando Magic Player, Fans Rush to His Defense
Former pro basketball player Mario Kasun is raising eyebrows following claims he made about NBA champion Kevin Garnett being racist toward white athletes. During the […] ‘He Talked S—t All the Time’: Kevin Garnett Called ‘Biggest Racist Against White Players’ By Former Orlando Magic Player, Fans Rush to His Defense
Eatonville holds first monthly street market to empower Black-owned businesses
EATONVILLE, Fla. — More than 35 Black-owned businesses lined Kennedy Boulevard in Eatonville Saturday for the town's first night market. The inaugural event, 1887 Night Market, is about celebrating community and history. "I brought out my son to show that where I'm from and how we as Black people...
Blue Origin logs SpaceX Starship concerns as it preps for 1st New Glenn launch
As Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin prepares for the first launch of its New Glenn rocket from Cape Canaveral this year, the company has taken time to voice concerns over future launches of competitor SpaceX's massive Starship and Super Heavy, also planning to launch from the Space Coast. Elon Musk's company...
Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Cucumbers Sickens Nearly 450 in Michigan, Other States
A salmonella outbreak tied to cucumbers grown in Florida has sickened about 450 people in Michigan and 30 other states. So far, about 125 people have been hospitalized due to the illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In Michigan, nine people have been reported to have...
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