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Man found sleeping in his car was arrested with multiple drugs and large knife
BROOKSVILLE, Florida — A Brooksville man was arrested after being found asleep in his car with a large knife and various drugs, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. While conducting proactive patrols on July 29 at approximately 10:30 a.m., Deputy B. Frayer observed a suspicious vehicle parked facing...
Mount Dora High School’s Tanner Waring Commits To Davidson College
Mount Dora, FL – Mount Dora High School wide receiver Tanner Waring has verbally committed to Davidson College, marking a significant milestone in his athletic career. Waring, known for his impressive performance on the field, had a standout season last year with the Hurricanes, recording seven touchdowns—six through the air and one on the ground.
'It makes absolutely no sense': Man with mold in condo denied Ian recovery help by county
It has been nearly two years since Hurricane Ian hit Volusia County, and Robert Arnold is among the property owners still living with the impacts of the flooding. Arnold, 63, said his home at the Daytona Beach Golf & Country Club Condominiums has mold, and he is experiencing health issues. According to...
High school football schedules for every Marion County team
Monday marked the first day of the Florida high school football season. As Marion County athletes hit practice fields for their new season, they’ll count the days to their first games. There's a 25-day wait until Aug. 23m and everyone is itching for Week 0 games to see how teams stack up, but...
The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County holds its annual Back-to-School Giveback
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Backpacks, pencils, and other supplies from the Community Foundation for Ocala and Marion County. “This is our third time partnering with everyone in the community to be able to help serve thousands of kids across Marion County.” said the Director of Strategic Engagement, Ashley Gerds.
Boat, trailer theft could be part of larger operation, Volusia deputies say
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – The Volusia Sheriff’s Office said it’s now looking for a man, and possibly two suspects, it believes stole a boat and trailer last week. They’re believed to possibly be tied to a larger operation or ring. News 6 first told you last...
Lightning sparks brush fire in Ormond Beach, fire department says
ORMOND BEACH, Fla. - A brush fire was reported in the Ormond Beach area on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Ormond Beach Fire Department. It's located in the marsh area southeast of the Ormond Lakes subdivision near Shockney Drive, officials said. The fire department said the fire was likely caused...
Former Eustis High Softball State Champion Ainsley Perdicaris Commits To Clarion University
EUSTIS, Fla. – Ainsley Perdicaris, a 2022 graduate of Eustis High School, has committed to Clarion University to continue her softball and academic career. Perdicaris played a pivotal role in Eustis’s remarkable state championship run in 2021. She and fellow pitcher Libby Levendoski lead the team to a 27-1 record and the 2021 Class 4A State Championship.
Florida dad abandons daughter, 10, on 'dangerous' Kissimmee road after late-night spat: sheriff
KISSIMMEE, Fla. - A Florida man is behind bars after deputies said he left his young daughter on the side of a road in Osceola County and took off overnight. Hector Serrano, Jr., 30, was arrested and booked into the Osceola County jail on a child neglect charge, jail records show.
Established restaurateurs open new café and bakery in Ormond Beach
After roughly a year in the works, Ormond Beach recently welcomed a charming new café to its bustling downtown. Uncommon Grain announced its soft opening July 15, though it “wasn’t much of soft opening” at all, said owners Sergio Faenza and Brandon Sheppard. ...
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