Meet Willy and Nilly, a sweet paired “Chi-weenie” duo. The Chihuahua-Dachshund dogs are littermates and are two years old. Willy is about 12 pounds, and his sister weighs 9 pounds.
United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties campaign director Anessa Hunt Jones and master teacher Michelle Dean have been selected to participate in United Way Worldwide’s LEAD Program.
In the November election, the City of Eustis will have four candidates running for Seat 3, currently held by Commissioner Marie Aliberti.
Lake County recently received the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its annual budget for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1, 2019.
SCORE Mid-Florida, which serves Sumter, Marion and Lake counties, has several upcoming online programs to help entrepreneurs and other small business owners maximize their efforts. Here’s a sampling of programs scheduled for October:
Charter Communications recently announced a relaunch of its Remote Education Offer, providing free Spectrum Internet – with speeds up to 200 Mbps — and WiFi access for 60 days to households with K-12 graders, college students and/or educators.
At last week’s AdventHealth Morning Briefing, Dr. Vincent Hsu, an epidemiologist and AdventHealth’s infection control officer, lauded the declining hospitalization rates for COVID-19 and said he is cautiously optimistic that a vaccine may be approved before the end of the calendar year.
Voices Community Outreach, a 501(c)(3) organization based in Apopka, is leading a shoe drive to support its mentoring program for girls ages 12–18 in Pine Hills, Orlando.
Florida’s SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program provides free, unbiased Medicare counseling and virtual Medicare classes to assist beneficiaries, families and caregivers. Topics include:
The Ocklawaha Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, along with city and state officials, gathered at the Eustis Historical Society on Sept. 17. in celebration of Constitution Day.
Through Oct. 31, East Lake County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 12th annual Pumpkin Patch, located at 24214 Sorrento Avenue (formerly SR 46), 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. This year features pumpkin shopping, Saturday Storytime at noon each Saturday and more photo opportunities than ever.
The Eustis Community Redevelopment Agency has purchased the former Florida Hospital Waterman site in downtown Eustis. The CRA intends to make the three-block site available for redevelopment through a Request for Proposal process.
Nine-year-old Leo is looking for his forever home. He weighs about 24 pounds. Leo loves to go for walks, and even walks next to his foster parent’s golf cart while they ride. He’s great with all adults he’s met and is friendly to all.
Voices Community Outreach, a 501(c)(3) organization based in Apopka, is leading a shoe drive to support its mentoring program for girls ages 12–18 in Pine Hills, Orlando.
Lake County students at risk for not graduating high school due to low performing reading scores will receive extra help, thanks to a $5,000 donation from the Clay Electric Foundation to Education Foundation of Lake County.
Lady Lake Chamber of Commerce is asking for donations of bags of candy for the community drive-through Halloween event. Set for Oct. 24 in the parking lot of the Lady Lake Library, 4–6 p.m., the event gives kids a great opportunity to put on costumes and receive trick-or-treat bags. Candy is…
Each October, Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Central Florida hosts Ride for RMHCCF. Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the RIDE/5K event is going virtual this year.
Last week, SECO Energy sent crews to aid in power restoration after Hurricane Sally left thousands without power in the Florida Panhandle. Thirteen SECO employees left the Ocala Operations Center for Escambia River Electric Cooperative (EREC) in Jay, Florida.
This Saturday, Sept. 26, a plant sale benefiting Emily’s Eden, a unique community food garden, will feature hundreds of plants, including crotons, bromeliads, succulents, ferns, native Florida shrubs, butterfly attractors, vegetable starts and indoor plants in decorative pots, and even some …
This month, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recognizes Suicide Prevention Month with its Be There campaign, reminding veterans and their loved ones that small actions can make a big difference to veterans going through difficult times.
Baker is a 2.5-year-old Lab mix weighing approximately 25 pounds. He was found wandering the streets and rescued by a good Samaritan. According to A Forever Home Animal Rescue, “He is the most unique looking boy, he has a large overbite (which makes him look mean, but he is the sweetest guy)…
Solar United Neighbors of Florida, a nonprofit and vendor-neutral organization, is hosting a Solar Co-op in Lake and Sumter counties to help residents learn about rooftop solar and contract with a selected vendor as a group for discounted prices.
Eustis Elks Lodge 1578 will welcome the 2020 Brotherhood Ride Oct. 4, serving the riders dinner and social time with members. Brotherhood ride has approximately 55 riders, according to the Eustis Elks Lodge, and they provide emotional and financial support to the families of firefighters, fi…
Orlando-based Central Florida Community Arts is celebrating its tenth anniversary Sept. 27 at 6 p.m. with a virtual celebration – on its actual anniversary.
Captain is a happy and friendly 2 year old male, Terrier mix. He is very dog friendly and loves to play and socialize (and his little freckled nose is the cutest!). Captain is ready to bond with his furever person or people and is available to adopt at our shelter.
Social events are in short supply these days, but maintaining a social network is still essential – especially as millions of Americans are looking for work. Who you know is a large part of the job search, so it’s not a stretch to say that networking can be the single most important skill in…
Are you ready to vote? Oct. 5 is the deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election. If you’re not registered, you can’t vote.
Six Lake County students have been named semifinalists in the 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program: Jackson Cheplick from East Ridge High School; Audrey Lord and Ruarai McKenna from Eustis High School; and Kendyl Cardwell, Jathin Gadiparthi and Avery Morrison from Montverde Academy.
Oct. 2, the Lake County Museum of Art will hold a 25th anniversary celebration, “Bubbles & Brews,” featuring its first pop-up exhibit spotlighting local artist Kelley Batson Howard. Enjoy food, refreshments, raffles, multiples auctions including a “Kid’s Art” artwork auction, local artis…
Sept. 25 through Oct. 18, the Athens Theatre in DeLand is opening its doors to present a production of “The Fantasticks,” a romantic and funny love story from a simpler time.
Monday, Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter, alongside Leesburg High School and South Lake High School, celebrated their first day at two Youth Construction Academy build sites – one in Leesburg and the other in Mascotte.
The St. Johns River Water Management District’s free Thursday morning webinar series continues with discussions about agricultural innovation and how aerial imagery can help the district protect water resources.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Lake County is hosting a Social Justice Online Lecture Series to explore the major social justice issues facing Lake County. Free and open to the public, the next lecture will be Sunday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m. Margaret Cox, a Lake County Water Authori…
The City of Mount Dora has Charter Referendum questions on the Nov. 3 general election ballot. The city has provided information about the referendum, as well as voting options for each question, for residents to review prior to voting.
Leesburg’s Parks and Recreation Department received the 2020 “Excellence in Sports Tourism, Small Market” award from the Florida Recreation and Parks Association. Parks and Recreation director Travis Rima accepted the award at the FRPA Awards and Installation Banquet on Sept. 2.
Speed networking meets business expo when Lady Lake Chamber of Commerce hosts its fifth annual business event Oct. 15, 1–4 p.m. Attendees can gain business referrals and connect with businesses during the event. The in-person expo will be at the Water Oak Recreation Center, 106 Evergreen Lan…
Lake County Schools launched a COVID-19 Data Center that shows weekly tallies of positive COVID-19 cases and related quarantine numbers in schools. New numbers will be posted late Friday afternoons, showing data reported for that week.
The Golden Triangle Moose Lodge #874 and WOTM Chapter #1389 celebrated first responders during a lunchtime program Sept. 6. Invitees included local EMTs and Florida National Guard, as well as Lake County Sheriff and Eustis police and fire departments. The Eustis Moose Lodge also introduced t…
Central Florida McDonald’s restaurants are honoring teachers with one free, small McCafe beverage of their choice every Tuesday through September. It’s a way to honor the teachers for their dedication to shaping the minds of local youth as they adapt to a new way of learning this school year…
Hurricanes are no laughing matter. Hurricanes are strong storms that can wreak havoc. Strong hurricane winds and rain can cause substantial damage, as can tidal surges that cause flooding to coastal areas.
Eligibility criteria for businesses to obtain funding from the $16 million Lake CARES Small Business Assistance Grant Program was expanded Sept. 8 as the program moves into Phase II. The relief programs are funded by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
The public is invited to attend an open house to learn about tutoring and educational support for students offered by Family Matters of Central Florida. The event will be Sept. 30, 2–6 p.m.
The FPRA Lake County Chapter is offering a virtual luncheon to help PR professionals manage ongoing anxiety and fear during the COVID-19 pandemic. The event’s special guest speaker is Candace Huber, MPH, BSN, RN, director of CREATION Life for Community at AdventHealth Waterman. This free eve…
Women for Hospice, which operates the Hospice Hope Chest shop at 315 North Donnelly Street in Mount Dora, has resumed the store’s regular Monday through Saturday schedule, 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Elena is a beautiful 2 year old Terrier mix. She has a playful and fun personality. She likes to be the center of attention and does well with other dogs and kids (cats unknown, we can test). Elena is ready to meet you at our shelter and will make a great companion!
Due to current social distancing guidelines and limits on gatherings, Keep Lake Beautiful, the Lake County affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, has created a self-directed clean-up program for individual volunteers and small volunteer groups.
Wednesday, Sept. 23, the Mount Dora Police Department and One Blood are hosting a blood drive at the police department, located at 1300 North Donnelly Street in Mount Dora. During the drive, OneBlood will also check blood pressure, pulse, temperature and iron count and do a cholesterol scree…
The Disney Conservation Fund awarded funding to two University of Florida research centers to continue conservation efforts for imperiled butterflies and sea turtles. The programs will receive $350,000 each, bringing the total of Disney’s support for UF conservation programs to nearly $5.2 m…
A global pandemic didn’t slow down the eight employees of Lake County Sheriff’s Office, who began Saint Leo University’s Command Officer Management Program in January.
Flooding is a natural disaster that often strikes with little, if any, warning. The environmental awareness site Natural Rivers states that floods are the most common natural hazard in North America in terms of number of lives lost and property damage. Floods can occur day or night and any t…
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Raymond “Ray” Ordell Halverson (1934-2020) went home to be with the Lord on Jan. 22, 2020 at the age of 85 after a short but rough battle with cancer. The funeral service will be held at Trinity Evangelical Free Church, 890 Abrams Road, Eustis, Florida at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28. It will al…