What’s ahead this year in Lake County?
“The new year stands before us, like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written. We can help write that story by setting goals,” author Melody Beattie once wrote. … Continue reading
Minneola public takes issue with Sugarloaf Mountain subdivision plans
Developers planning to build an expansive subdivision on Sugarloaf Mountain, one of the state’s highest peaks, presented changes to the building agreement to Minneola’s City Council Tuesday. Richland Communities, which … Continue reading
Mount Dora’s Bowersock Gallery closing after 4 1/2 years
When Cape Cod art-gallery owners picked Mount Dora for the site of a second location in this art-centric town, Steve Bowersock said, “Something about this area just called to us.” … Continue reading
Florida tops list of most-desirable states
For the first time since 2001, Florida – the nation’s 27th state – is back on top as Americans’ most desired state to live. When asked where they would most … Continue reading
Sri Lankan weevil has reached Central Florida
Q: I keep finding fruit tree leaves with the edges eaten and lots of gray insects. Can you tell me what it is? A: The Sri Lankan weevil, Myllocerus undatus, … Continue reading
EPA reverses position on Sabal Trail pipeline
The lone government agency with environmental concerns over the planned Sabal Trail pipeline has changed its tune and dropped its objections. In a Dec. 11 letter to the U.S. Army … Continue reading
Outside the Box group goes for laughs with deep-fried Southern comedy
Humor at Outside the Box Theatre Company comes deep-fried. Their latest production nestles into place as neatly as mashed potatoes next to chicken drumsticks. Opening at 8 p.m. Friday at … Continue reading
Talented sixth grader to lead Howey parade
Front and center — that’s where 12-year-old Brandon Gallmeyer will be when the Christmas parade steps off this Saturday. Brandon won an art contest whose grand prize was the honor of … Continue reading
Leesburg mall in line for more renovations
The gigantic light-up sign that faces U.S. Highway 441 was just the start of the makeover underway at the ViaPort Florida mall. Soon, additional renovations and new tenants will be … Continue reading
New bus route opens in south Lake
It was smooth sailing for south Lake’s inaugural commuter bus service on Tuesday. New LakeXpress Route 50 kicked off at 5 a.m. at the Mascotte Civic Center with no delays. … Continue reading