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An Osceola County man surrendered after deputies say he fired into a woman's car during a domestic dispute; he fled, hid in woods and was taken into custody.
Weather & Environment in ...
Warm, clear morning; scattered storms possible after 2 p.m. High rip‑current risk at Atlantic beaches and wet rounds are likely midweek.
Food & Drinks in ...
Publix recalled 12-count garlic knot rolls after labels failed to list egg as an allergen. Affected packs were removed from shelves and refunds are available.
A Sumter County school bus was clipped by a train in Bushnell. The driver was cited for failing to stop and is no longer employed; no one was hurt.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
A week of pre‑shows, pop‑ups and a $99 Thrill Pass will turn Orlando into Rolling Loud's RL Week ahead of the May festival.
Retail & Industry in ...
Sprouts will open a new Lake Nona store on June 12, 2026, anchoring Emerson International’s Eagle Creek retail phase. The move brings another produce-first grocery option to Narcoossee Road.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Commissioners are set to advance a plan to turn Church Street into a curbless festival street; Phase 1 begins this spring and later work continues into 2027.
A new pool hall called Fat Cats Billiards is moving into 306 W. Ardice Avenue in Eustis with 19 pool tables, a full bar and planned league play. The operator is targeting an early-May opening.
Volusia deputies say a 1-year-old from DeLand was located at the U.S.-Mexico border; her mother was arrested and the child placed with Child Protective Services.
Politics & Govt in ...
Workers and teachers tied Disney's property‑tax suits to proposed school cuts and a tiny teacher raise, urging the company to drop litigation that could hit local classrooms.
CFS Coffee opened April 3 at Stoneybrook Exchange in Winter Garden, bringing Colombian coffee, arepas and an all-day menu to the neighborhood. Hours are listed as 8 a.m.–6 p.m. daily.
Eastbound I‑4 in Seminole County closed after troopers reported a possible explosive in a truck; bomb squad teams responded and one person was detained. Traffic is blocked near mile markers 101–102.
Muggy start to Saturday with dangerous surf on Central Florida beaches through the weekend. Gusty ESE winds today; storms and rough seas possible next week.
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