March 9, Lake County Fire Rescue’s Chief Jim Dickerson was awarded the 2022 Chief Craig E. Haun Leadership Award. Central Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association President John Miller, accompanied by Maria Haun, widow of the award’s namesake; selection committee chair Fire Chief Mike Johansmeyer; a…
TAVARES – The Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller will host its annual Operation Green Light event March 20–24, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, to help those with a suspended driver’s license, nearing a suspension, or in past-due collections to save money on select delin…
The grand opening of Carter’s Ace Hardware of North Eustis included free demonstrations and give-away opportunities for customers March 3–4, along with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Eustis City Commissioners, Lake Eustis Area Chamber of Commerce, store leaders and Carter famil…
In March, all donations made to Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter will be matched by Leesburg-based RoMac Building Supply. The $20,000 matching challenge funds the Youth Construction Academy in partnership with Leesburg High School, so students in the program have opportunity to build a ho…
First, it was his grandfather. Then, just over a year later, his mother. Ultimately, terminal diseases took their toll. Kevin Nandan’s grandfather died from kidney disease. His mother died from esophageal cancer.
Feb. 23, a public-private entity, the Lake Economic Area Development (LEAD) Partnership formally introduced itself to the public. The conglomeration consists of government, private businesses, chambers of commerce, educational and workforce organizations, as well as other stakeholders to col…
When Ben and Eve Passmore moved to Florida after spending 11 years working with a non-profit in Malta, one of the things Ben missed most was the European beer.
The landscape of Lake County is changing. Take a drive from the Four Corners area through Minneola and up to Eustis, for example, and it’s clear many natural spaces and former agricultural lands are being converted into residential and commercial properties.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is making available up to $7.5 million for grants through its Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (OUAIP). The competitive grants will support development of urban agriculture and innovative production projects.
Watching sports with friends and enjoying chicken wings are two of Sam Dapena’s favorite things to do.
ORLANDO, Jan. 24, 2023 — AdventHealth has opened a multidisciplinary clinic to diagnose, treat and research long-haul COVID, a critical next step in the health care system’s pandemic response that will help physicians better understand the puzzling syndrome caused by COVID-19. Early national…
The Golden Triangle Democratic Club recently met at the W.T. Bland Library in Mount Dora, where they meet on the second Saturday of each month at 10:15 a.m. to conduct business and discuss issues.
Leesburg City Commissioners Mike Pederson, Allyson Berry and Alan Reisman were sworn in at the annual organizational meeting Jan. 9 at the Commission Chambers of Leesburg City Hall. Pederson ran unopposed in the newly created District 4. Commissioner Berry won the election in District 1, whi…
No community stays the same forever. Despite the sense of familiarity individuals may feel when visiting their hometown, those communities have undoubtedly undergone significant changes over the years.
The Fifth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has a vacancy in the Fifth Judicial Circuit for Lake County Court Judge, due to enactment of Florida House Bill 7027.
Getting organized is a popular New Year’s resolution.
Woof! Sadie Mae here with some canine gift-giving ideas for Santa Paws.
Dec. 12, Fifth Avenue Streatery got a call from a woman from XXXX bank (using the actual name of the bank they do business with and reinforced by the name on caller ID). The woman stated she was from the fraud department, and they expected that his account might have been compromised.
Pat’s Sales carries quality name brand materials at the best price possible for their customers. Their cabinets, doors, and flooring offer both quality and value. They carry a full selection of windows and also offer a professional kitchen design center.
Lake County’s premier music store, Leesburg Music, has been in business for seven years now.
The importance of small businesses to the economy cannot be overstated. Though national chains often garner publicity, local businesses are equally, if not exceedingly, worthy of attention.
Kraft Heinz Foods Company is recalling approximately 2,400 pounds of ready-to-eat ham and cheese loaf products due to possible cross-contamination with under-processed products, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.
Online reviews have long been a mixed bag for small businesses. Though positive reviews can help businesses stand out from their competitors, negative reviews can be as harmful as positive reviews are helpful. That’s true even when negative reviews do not reflect the average customer’s experience.
Small businesses continue to be the backbone of the North American business community. According to the career resource Zippia, there are 33.2 million small businesses in the United States. Those organizations employ around 62 million people. The financial wellness company Fortunly says that…
Sam Boswell Buick GMC of Mount Dora celebrated their grand opening in a big way –Thursday was the ribbon cutting with Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce, along with a veteran and first responder cookout. Friday, they hosted a classic car show with live music, food trucks and cash prizes. Saturda…
SECO Energy Board of Trustees District 6 Trustee Mike Muffett has successfully completed the requirements to earn the Director Gold Credential (DGC) from the National Rural Electric Cooperatives Association (NRECA). Muffett resides in Summerfield and was elected to the SECO board in 2020.
WASHINGTON – Nov. 15, Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for America’s 33 million small businesses, calls on Americans to “Shop Small” throughout this holiday season and on Small Business Saturday, which f…
Lake County’s premier music store, Leesburg Music, has been in business for seven years now.
A new economic development organization to serve Lake County is forming, the Lake Economic Area Development Partnership. LEAD is a public/private organization created and designed to lead efforts in growing, diversifying and uniting the Lake County regional economy. LEAD board chair is Ben P…
Do you know someone running a small business who deserves recognition for their achievements and contributions to their communities and the nation’s economy?
Fall is a great time to tackle projects around the house. The weather each fall allows homeowners to make improvements to their homes’ exteriors without worrying about extreme heat or cold, while interior projects like painting are made easier because homeowners can open the windows to allow…
Meet Greg Sharp, president of the Sea-Hill Press, (Leesburg, Florida)which is one of only a few publishers located in Central Florida serving customers across the country and around the world. With 35 years of experience in book and magazine publishing, Sharp has seen some.
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity has activated its Business Damage Assessment Survey on www.FloridaDisaster.biz. The state is encouraging businesses impacted by Hurricane Ian to complete the survey, as the information gathered can be helpful in economic recovery planning. The s…
Aug. 3, the Waterman campus of AdventHealth opened a lung nodule clinic, a first-of-its-kind offering in Lake County.
Every year across the country, heat causes $300 million in damage to cattle, ample reason for University of Florida scientists to try to cool the animals and increase their beef production.
Homeowners eagerly await the arrival of the warm weather so they can cast off the remnants of cabin fever and bask in the sunshine. However, as summer nears its dog days, the same sun homeowners once coveted can contribute to uncomfortable conditions in outdoor entertaining spaces.
Here are the things to keep in mind when choosing the best imaging center for your Mammogram, Dexa and Ultrasound.
SEBRING — Florida’s citrus harvest added another 250,000 boxes of oranges to close out the 2021-2022 season.
Business is booming in Mount Dora, as two new places celebrate their openings with ribbon-cutting ceremonies this week.
Lake County’s premier music store, Leesburg Music, has been in business for seven years now.
Whether you are buying or selling a home, looking for land or investment properties, Gallery 54 Realty can help. The new local office is located at 227 N. Joanna Ave in Tavares.
A Dancer’s Place, located at 9922 U.S. Highway 441 in Leesburg, is the place for your child to learn the art of dance.
Over the past 29 years, The Leesburg Dance Centre, Inc. has trained hundreds of Lake County dancers.
The Medicare Resource Center recently opened in Downtown Leesburg to educate and help serve the community. The independent insurance agency looks forward to assisting with local Medicare, as well as life and health insurance needs.
Mid-Florida SCORE, part of a national organization that provides free business mentoring services, has many upcoming online programs lined up. The programs are designed to help entrepreneurs and other small business owners maximize their efforts.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’ Farm Service Agency has begun mailing farmers its pre-filled applications for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP), a new program designed to help agricultural producers impacted by wildfires, droughts, hurricanes, winter storms and other qualifying natural …
Something new is percolating at the Fifth Avenue Streatery this Summer, something outside the realm of their unique lunch and dinner dishes that is sure to entice their repeat customers and new patrons alike.
Mid-Florida SCORE, part of a national organization that provides free business mentoring services, has many upcoming online programs lined up. The programs are designed to help entrepreneurs and other small business owners maximize their efforts.
If you want a fresh look for your castle, now is the time to change it up! Showcase Furniture in Mount Dora has over 12,000 square feet of beautiful furniture for every room. There are many sets and pieces in stock and ready for delivery and their annual July 4th sale stats today! Although t…
During the May SECO Energy board of trustee meeting, SECO Energy Board President Gerald Anderson and CEO Curtis Wynn recognized longtime District 8 Trustee William (Bill) W. James, Jr. and District 4 Trustee Richard Dennison with certificates of appreciation presented on behalf of the board.
June 21, Mid-Florida SCORE will host “How to Get Started in Importing/Exporting,” an in-person session in Ocala.
John Tyler Bryan, 29, of Umatilla, passed away Friday, February 24, 2023. Born in Leesburg, Florida, he was a lifelong resident of Umatilla, graduating from Umatilla High School class of 2012. He was a journeyman lineman for Service Electric. Tyler was a member of the International Brotherho…
SUZANNE MARY HOWARD, age 78 of Mount Dora, Florida passed away on May 22, 2022. Born on October 13, 1943 to Richard and Beatrice Howard in Columbus, Ohio. She was the wife of the late Randall Keith Stephens. Suzanne was a flight attendant with the National Airlines and met "Randy" a pilot. H…
Patricia L. Woodard, 93 of Eustis, Florida, passed away on August 8, 2022.
Donald (OTIE) Koenke passed away peacefully sitting in his favorite club chair overlooking the boats in the Alexandria Bay harbor on August 28, 2022, at age 87.
Mary E. “Lib” McCormick French, 92, of Mount Dora, FL, passed away on January 14, 2022. She was born on September 2, 1929, to Oscar and Nora Walker in Walland, TN.
