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⏰ 1:00 PM 📍 The Sharon L. Morse
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⏰ 5:00 PM 📍 Brownwood Paddock Square
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⏰ 5:00 PM 📍 Lake Sumter Landing
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⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 EastportHappy Saturday, Middleton, and I hope you are enjoying this fine weekend morning out on the porch with a coffee.
- Holy Sh'mokes Party — get your best denim and flannel ready for the Rocker Hillbillies and Hicks theme night.
- ArtNEST Explorers — the Clermont studio is hosting its Art Explorers session for the local creative crowd today.
- Little Monsters Painting — prepare for some creative chaos as the younger set enjoys messy painting at ArtNEST.
- Local Trails — our own Sumter County features one of Florida's largest single-site horse trail systems in Withlacoochee State Forest.
Oxford woman arrested after early morning brawl with husband
An Oxford woman was arrested on a domestic battery charge following an early morning brawl with her husband that left his glasses…
Suspect with marijuana arrested after trying to make quick getaway from Southern Trace Plaza
A suspect with marijuana was arrested after trying to make a quick getaway from a busy shopping plaza in The Villages.
Husband with violent history allegedly strangles partner of 16 years during intimacy
A Lady Lake man was arrested for battery after allegedly strangling his wife for supposedly saying another man’s name during intimacy.
Villager flips golf cart after drinking at Brownwood Paddock Square
A Villager was arrested on a drunk driving charge after flipping his golf cart following a night out at Brownwood Paddock Square.
Speeding driver lands behind bars after caught on radar in The Villages
A speeding driver landed behind bars after he was caught on radar in The Villages.
Toddlers wander out of apartment complex while caretaker gets her hair done
A Lady Lake woman was arrested after two toddlers in her care wandered near the street while her hair was being styled.
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Villager flips golf cart after drinking at Brownwood Paddock Square
A Villager was arrested on a drunk driving charge after flipping his golf cart following a night out at Brownwood Paddock Square. Read more: Villager flips golf cart after drinking...
New ALDI on verge of opening in The Villages as seniors feel pain of rising grocery costs
Relief is on the way for cost-conscious Villagers feeling the squeeze at the checkout aisle. Read more: New ALDI on verge of opening in The Villages as seniors feel pain...
Cool wine bar uncorks in Spanish Springs as Villagers seek respite from heat
If the recent 90-degree heat has you feeling a little bordeauxed with the usual outdoor crowds, there is a brand-new spot to cool down and sip back in Spanish Springs....
Speeding driver lands behind bars after caught on radar in The Villages
A speeding driver landed behind bars after he was caught on radar in The Villages. Read more: Speeding driver lands behind bars after caught on radar in The Villages
Wildwood wants to hear from citizens about bicycle/pedestrian accommodation
The City of Wildwood is seeking additional public input on the development of a bicycle and pedestrian master plan. Read more: Wildwood wants to hear from citizens about bicycle/pedestrian accommodation
Kansas City barbecue restaurant prepares for World Cup tourism rush
As millions travel for the FIFA World Cup, one iconic Kansas City barbecue restaurant says it’s preparing for major crowds, longer lines and fans from around the world.
At least 90 killed in Chinese coal mine explosion, state media reports
The explosion took place at 19:29 local time on Friday at a coal mine in northern China.
Charmain 'was on a mission' to find out who her prophet husband was. Then she died
After a whirlwind romance and quickfire wedding, she was mysteriously found dead in a bathtub in Ghana.
Reform councillor assaulted woman while working pub doors
The Labour Party has said it is "deeply concerned" by Reform's vetting procedures.
WATCH: House Dems unload on Texas Democrat over ‘demented’ antisemitic comments
House Democrats distance themselves from Maureen Galindo after her remarks about turning ICE detention centers into prisons drew antisemitism claims.
Senegal's president sacks prime minister Sonko after months of tensions
Bassirou Diomaye Faye also dissolved the government, creating uncertainty amid a debt crisis in the country.
At least 90 killed in Chinese coal mine explosion, state media reports
The explosion took place at 19:29 local time on Friday at a coal mine in northern China.
Gaza flotilla activists allege abuse by Israeli forces while detained
The detainees say they were slapped, hit, humiliated and even subjected to sexual violence, but Israel's prison service says the allegations are false.
Putin vows retaliation after accusing Ukraine of hitting student dormitory
Ukraine says it struck Russia's elite Rubicon drone military unit in a Moscow-occupied region.
Rubio visits India to sell energy as Iran oil shock persists
The top US diplomat has made statements offering to support India’s energy needs - but should Delhi give in?
WATCH: House Dems unload on Texas Democrat over ‘demented’ antisemitic comments
House Democrats distance themselves from Maureen Galindo after her remarks about turning ICE detention centers into prisons drew antisemitism claims.
Attorney general to review teen boys' rape sentences
The three teenagers were not given custodial sentences for their roles in the rape of two girls.
Military families demand DOJ distribute nearly $800M from French cement company found guilty of bribing ISIS
Gold Star families and injured veterans demand the DOJ distribute $777 million paid by Lafarge after its conviction for funding ISIS in Syria.
Way harder than it should be: Why Congress may balk on $1.7B compensation fund
Senate Republicans pulled their ICE and Border Patrol funding bill after backlash over a $1.776 billion compensation fund created without Congress.
Trump announces highest civilian honor for 9/11 hero remembered as the 'Man in the Red Bandana'
President Trump posthumously awards the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 9/11 hero Welles Crowther ahead of the terrorist attacks' 25th anniversary year.
Peec, one of Berlin’s rising startups, more than doubled annualized revenue in months to $10M, sources say
Peec, which helps brands track their presence in AI searches, offers proof of a key trend among European startups.
AI is being used to resurrect the voices of dead pilots
People used AI on a spectrogram image of cockpit recordings to reconstruct them, forcing the NTSB to temporarily block access to its docket system.
SpaceX launches Starship V3 for the first time, but loses booster on return
The company had a mostly successful first launch of its upgraded Starship V3, which it needs to power its many ambitious goals in the years to come.
Blue Origin cleared to fly New Glenn mega-rocket after April mishap
Jeff Bezos' rocket company confirmed an engine failure led to the loss of an AST SpaceMobile satellite last month, but offered little detail.
Google goes for the glitter with disco-ball icons: ‘Are y’all sure you still want this?’
You can now disco ball-ify your entire Pixel home screen, says Google.
How hot is Earth's core?
What's the temperature in Earth's core, and how did we figure that out?
First osprey chick of the year hatches
The chick emerged from its egg in a nest at Poole Harbour on Friday at 15:10 BST.
Moment SpaceX rocket explodes in the Indian Ocean after splashdown
Elon Musk's SpaceX has successfully launched its Starship V3 rocket, which landed in a planned fiery explosion on Friday.
The space race to create gym equipment for future astronauts
Scientists are attempting to build exercise equipment to be used on future space flights.
The space race to create gym equipment for future astronauts
Scientists are attempting to build exercise equipment to be used on future space flights.
Thunder erase 15-point deficit to take series lead over Spurs as Victor Wembanyama's 26 points fall short
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama each score 26 points, but OKC's bench sparks a comeback to give the Thunder a 2-1 series lead.
Caitlin Clark leads Fever in scoring as Indiana secures third consecutive WNBA win
Caitlin Clark was back in the Fever lineup Friday after a back injury sidelined her Wednesday, scoring 22 points in a 90-82 win over the Valkyries.
Trump calls Kyle Busch a 'LEGEND' in Truth Social tribute after NASCAR champion's death at 41
Trump pays tribute to NASCAR legend Kyle Busch on Truth Social after the two-time Cup Series champion's unexpected death at the age of 41 was announced.
Caitlin Clark back in Fever lineup against Valkyries after missing one game with injury
Caitlin Clark will return to action Friday for the Indiana Fever against the Golden State Valkyries after missing one game due to a back injury.
Ex-NASCAR star Danica Patrick reacts to Kyle Busch's tragic death: 'A devastating loss'
Ex-NASCAR star Danica Patrick said Kyle Busch's unexpected death hasn't fully sunk in, calling the two-time Cup Series champion an incredible figure.
Rap star Rob Base, known for hip-hop classic It Takes Two, dies aged 59
The artist is best known for the 1988 Billboard hit It Takes Two, produced with DJ E-Z Rock.
'It Takes Two' rapper Rob Base dead at 59 after cancer fight he kept hidden from friends
Rob Base, the rapper behind iconic 1988 hit "It Takes Two," has died at age 59 following a private battle with cancer, according to a statement.
How to keep cool at your summer festivals
As the summer festival season kicks off, temperatures are set to soar this bank holiday weekend.
The 'raucous' debut novel set entirely on one epic night out
Sufiyaan Salam has won an award from Stormzy, been nominated for a Bafta and made a video for Elton John.
Miley Cyrus dares to bare in sheer Versace dress as she's honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Miley Cyrus wore a figure-hugging black Versace dress with sheer cutouts to accept her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony on Friday.
The Leeds designer outlet that's 15 miles from Leeds
A rebrand of the junction 32 retail park off the M62 has gone down poorly with some locals in Castleford.
UK sees hottest day of year as bank holiday travellers face queues
Temperatures hit 28.4C in parts of England on Friday, while delays have been reported at the Port of Dover and Birmingham Airport ahead of the bank holiday weekend.
AI may speed up search for drugs to treat brain conditions
Researchers hope the work will help identify affordable, effective drugs to treat conditions like MND.
Bank boss sorry after describing workers as 'lower value human capital'
The Standard Chartered boss said he values all colleagues and is committed to helping them cope with change.
Trump wants new Fed chair to be 'totally independent'
The US president piled major pressure on Kevin Warsh's predecessor to cut interest rates.
