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Sanford police crack down on drivers making this illegal maneuver to avoid I-4 traffic
SANFORD, Fla. – If you’ve ever sat in traffic on Interstate 4 during rush hour in Seminole County, maybe you’ve seen how some drivers take the exit ramp down to State Road 46 and then illegally cross the road to get back onto I-4 eastbound. Sanford police...
All aboard! People can check out trains and the DeLand SunRail Station at 2 events
The Florida Department of Transportation is inviting the public to get familiar with SunRail at the soon-to-open DeLand SunRail Station. People will be able to tour parked SunRail trains, explore the station and learn more about the service from officials at the events. ...
Volusia County Council to host workshop on development
The Volusia County Council will dig into the county's zoning, permitting and other development regulations at a public workshop on Tuesday. The meeting will begin at 3 p.m. July 23 in County Council chambers at county headquarters at 123 W. Indiana Ave., DeLand. ...
Longwood Basketball: Aldrich fills two open positions on coaching staff
Longwood Basketball coach Griff Aldrich has filled two open spots on his staff, hiring Aaron Smith, late of Louisiana Tech, and Myo Baxter-Bell, a Liberty alum who was most recently on the staff at a D2 school, Gannon. “We are thrilled to welcome Aaron Smith and Myo Baxter-Bell to our...
Heavily intoxicated driver arrested at South Sumter High School
A heavily intoxicated driver was arrested after a traffic stop at South Sumter High School. Jose Saldana-Gonzalez, 49, of Apopka, was driving a vehicle which was swerving when he was pulled over in the wee hours Tuesday at the high school in Bushnell, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
Winter Garden introduces new grant program for nonprofits
The city of Winter Garden is rolling out a new grant program that will support local nonprofits that are focused on supporting initiatives for the good of the community. The Nonprofit Grant Program, in partnership with the Central Florida Foundation, will issue grants to organizations that enhance community support and family stability, promote economic empowerment and sustainable development, and prioritize health and wellness support for residents.
Back to School Expo at Altamonte Mall
Back to School Expo at Altamonte Mall – The Back to School Expo is an exclusive opportunity for parents, teachers and others to connect face-to-face with education, health and family focused organizations and companies. It’s also Florida’s tax-free school shopping weekend. Get your family school-ready with great savings!
Grassroots Coalition Forms to Advocate for Continued Use of Essential Ag Tech
Agricultural Spray Distributors Band Together to Oppose Drone Ban. Casselberry, FL - JUL 17, 2024 - In response to proposed legislation aimed at banning drones manufactured by Chinese companies, a coalition of agricultural spray drone distributors is banding together to form a grassroots industry group. This coalition, consisting of HSE-UAV, Agri Spray Drones, Bestway Ag, Drone Nerds, Pegasus Robotics, and Rantizo intends to represent, protect, and advocate for the interests of the agricultural industry in the use of spray drone technology.
Workout Wednesday: Bungee Fit Deland
FOX 35's Marley Capper gets a workout in at Bungee Fit in Deland.
Florida woman sued for putting concrete in neighborhood storm drain, causing flooding issues
LONGWOOD, Fla. — A Florida woman is facing a lawsuit and a notice of code violation after she filled a storm drain with concrete, causing a major flooding problem in her neighborhood, according to media outlets. Diane Goglas sent her Shadow Bay neighbors a letter in March saying a...
Ocala woman charged with armed robbery, aggravated battery
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested an Ocala woman accused of luring a man with a romantic evening and then robbing him. Arielle Cooper, 34, of Ocala was arrested early Tuesday morning after her vehicle was linked to an armed robbery. According to the...
Residents speak out against downed trees in Oakland
Several large trees in Oakland have been removed by developers in recent months, and residents have approached the Town Commission in hopes of putting a stop to it. Three of the residents attended the commission’s Tuesday, July 9, meeting to express their concern and ask elected officials to impose heftier penalties for developers who don’t preserve the old trees.
East Winter Garden residents invited to share local stories
The Winter Garden Heritage Foundation is hosting a forum — with the help of the Rev. Dan Johnson — to gather local history and family stories from residents in east Winter Garden. The free event will take place at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18, at Heller Hall, 21 E. Plant Street.
Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.
Local Arts Group Among Five Finalists for Winter Park Health Foundation Grant
Central Florida Vocal Arts (CFVA) is among five nonprofits to receive a total of $250,000 from Winter Park Health Foundation‘s Well Together Grant Awards Challenge, aimed at finding solutions to critical youth health issues in Winter Park, Eatonville, and Maitland. The process began in March with an open call...
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