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6 Lake County restaurants cited for high-priority violations
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring...
🍇 Boujee Boards & Marmadukes' new owner 🍔
I was researching the latest eat-and-drink zeitgeist and hoped maybe there's something new and worldly cuisine thing happening this week to help us elevate the palate of our local foodies. Alas, today (July 17) is National Hot Dog day, when we celebrate a classic All-American summer favorite. Make sure you...
County seeks court's help with cleaning up property in Lake County
SORRENTO – After years of trying to get a homeowner to clean up his junked-out property, “which continues to be a serious threat to the health, safety and public welfare to Lake County residents,” the county is asking the court to help it put a stop to the code violations. County officials are seeking injunctive relief against David P. Smith of 31624 Orange St. ...
Mount Dora 14U All-Star Baseball Team Falls Just Short In State Championship
A big congratulations goes out to the Mount Dora Babe Ruth 14U All-Star baseball team and coaches. While they fell just short of the state championship with a tough loss to Key West, their phenomenal play, sportsmanship, energy, and attitude got them an invite to be the host team at the REGIONAL championship in Ocala next week, July 24-28th. We are very proud of this team and coaches for the way they have represented Lake County!
Leesburg Police Officers To Receive Pay Increase By October 1st
Leesburg police officers are set to receive a well-deserved pay increase by October 1st, following successful negotiations with city officials. This increase reflects the city’s commitment to acknowledging the hard work and dedication of its law enforcement officers amid a growing population. “The pay increase is a 4% increase...
Lady Lake Playground to Close for 3 Weeks for Remodel
Pyramid Park, also known as the Lady Lake Playground, will be closed for three weeks starting July 21 as staff installs new playground equipment. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to bringing the community a new and improved playground, hand-selected by you!. Earlier this year, the Lady Lake...
'I woke up face down in a puddle': Central Florida teen recovering, recalls lightning strike scare
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. — An Altamonte Springs teen said he’s lucky to be alive after alightning strike on Monday afternoon. Daniel Sharkey, 17, was doing lawn work for a neighbor, and literally, the next second, he was fighting for his life. He was finishing up weed whacking in...
Catching up with Robert Voyles after 'Jeopardy!' appearance
Leesburg Public Library adult services librarian Robert Voyles competed valiantly during the July 11 episode of "Jeopardy!" Not an easy feat considering he was up against one of the longest reigning champions, Isaac Hirsch, who was on a seven-game winning streak. "The whole experience was surreal from the beginning," Voyles...
Cleaning lady allegedly steals pain pills from home in The Villages
A cleaning lady was arrested after allegedly stealing pain pills at a home in The Villages. A woman who lives in the Village of Silver Lake said her regular cleaning lady came to her home on July 11 and brought along a helper, 52-year-old Sheila Brandner of Inverness, according to an arrest report from the Lady Lake Police Department.
Chesapeake Utilities gets OK for renewable natural gas projects in Florida
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's subsidiary, Peninsula Pipeline Company received approval from the Florida Public Service Commission for three projects that will bring renewable natural gas to Florida City Gas customers. Florida City is a recent acquisition by Dover-based Chesapeake.
Black history museum site recommended to DeSantis
St. Johns County is the location of the Florida Museum of Black History, as recommended by the Florida Museum of Black History Task Force after its meeting on June 28, where the Task Force voted 6-1 to formally transmit this recommendation to the governor and the Legislature. “We did it!”...
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