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Crooked Can Brewing Company has a Minneola location listed as coming soon at 1600 Crooked Can Loop.
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BBC Donaldson's downfall shakes NI's battle-hardened political landscape BBC Donaldson's downfall shakes NI's battle-hardened political landscape VILLAGES-NEWS DUI suspect spotted at dumpster at CVS refuses to provide breath sample LIVESCIENCE Something in space may be changing alien signals before they can reach Earth. Scientists have a solution. BBC US top court says Rastafarian man cannot sue prison guards who cut his dreadlocks TECHCRUNCH Password manager maker LastPass says hackers stole customer support case data during Klue breach FOX NEWS George Kittle wishes 'luck' to whoever trades for Brandon Aiyuk as 49ers look to move on from receiver BBC Millions in UK could claim share of £3bn after Apple case given green light LEESBURG DAILY DUI suspect found unconscious after three-vehicle crash in Clermont VILLAGES-NEWS A history lesson about Florida’s very first governor BBC Ransom note claims Nancy Guthrie died after abduction BBC Donaldson's downfall shakes NI's battle-hardened political landscape BBC Donaldson's downfall shakes NI's battle-hardened political landscape VILLAGES-NEWS DUI suspect spotted at dumpster at CVS refuses to provide breath sample LIVESCIENCE Something in space may be changing alien signals before they can reach Earth. Scientists have a solution. BBC US top court says Rastafarian man cannot sue prison guards who cut his dreadlocks TECHCRUNCH Password manager maker LastPass says hackers stole customer support case data during Klue breach FOX NEWS George Kittle wishes 'luck' to whoever trades for Brandon Aiyuk as 49ers look to move on from receiver BBC Millions in UK could claim share of £3bn after Apple case given green light LEESBURG DAILY DUI suspect found unconscious after three-vehicle crash in Clermont VILLAGES-NEWS A history lesson about Florida’s very first governor BBC Ransom note claims Nancy Guthrie died after abduction
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DUI suspect spotted at dumpster at CVS refuses to provide breath sample
An Ocklawaha man was arrested for DUI after swerving all over the road on the way back from drinking at a pub. Read more: DUI suspect spotted at dumpster at...
DUI suspect found unconscious after three-vehicle crash in Clermont
A Clermont man was arrested for DUI after his involvement in a three-vehicle crash revealed three open cans of alcohol in his Audi. Read more: DUI suspect found unconscious after...
A history lesson about Florida’s very first governor
Congressman Daniel Webster offers a history lesson about Florida's first governor. Read more: A history lesson about Florida’s very first governor
Beautiful Sunset Over Tavares
Check out this beautiful sunset over Tavares. Thanks to David Burke for sharing! Read more: Beautiful Sunset Over Tavares
Wildwood officials want to halt proliferation of smoke shops
More smoke shops are opening in Florida and Wildwood commissioners Monday approved an ordinance to regulate them. Read more: Wildwood officials want to halt proliferation of smoke shops
Top Stories
Donaldson's downfall shakes NI's battle-hardened political landscape
Donaldson has been told to expect a "lengthy sentence" for a string of child sex crimes, including rape.
Former River City actor Iain Robertson found guilty of rape
The 45-year-old, who played Stevie O'Hara in the BBC soap, was also convicted of assaulting two other women.
US top court says Rastafarian man cannot sue prison guards who cut his dreadlocks
The Rastafarian man argued his religious rights were violated after prison officials focibly shaved off his hair.
USA soccer GOATs: Ranking the ten best men's soccer players in United States program history
Ranking the 10 best U.S. soccer players of all time, from Landon Donovan and Clint Dempsey to Christian Pulisic, as the team advances in the 2026 World Cup.
America 250 Amazon Prime Day deals: Up to 40% off patriotic hats, tees, flags and more
With Prime Day officially live, now's your chance to shop America 250 gear for less. We found deals on patriotic T-shirts, hats, garden flags and even board games, starting at...
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US top court says Rastafarian man cannot sue prison guards who cut his dreadlocks
The Rastafarian man argued his religious rights were violated after prison officials focibly shaved off his hair.
Dozens of ships head through Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran deal
Traffic in the waterway has risen since the US and Iran signed a deal aimed at ending the war, including 42 ships on Saturday alone.
Turkey detains over 200 suspects, including alleged ISIS militants, in sweeping raid ahead of NATO summit
Turkey detained more than 200 suspects, including alleged ISIS militants, in a sweeping Ankara raid ahead of the July NATO summit Trump is expected to attend.
Drowning deaths soar in France as Europe buckles in peak of heatwave
Forty people have drowned in heatwave-related deaths in France since last Thursday, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu says.
From cool-down spots to chalk on windows - how Europeans are coping with the heat
People across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe.
Politics
Donaldson's downfall shakes NI's battle-hardened political landscape
Donaldson has been told to expect a "lengthy sentence" for a string of child sex crimes, including rape.
Starmer holds talks with Burnham as he seeks 'orderly' transition
The outgoing PM is offering "access talks" with the civil service to Labour leadership candidates.
FBI reveals why Trump White House UFC event went ahead despite alleged terror plot
FBI says investigators disrupted the alleged UFC Freedom 250 plot targeting Trump's event after a concerned parent tipped off agents about her son.
US sanctions five Cuban entities, Castro family member in latest pressure campaign, Rubio says
The U.S. has hit Cuba with fresh sanctions targeting five state-run entities linked to the military conglomerate GAESA and the mining sector, expanding Washington's economic pressure campaign.
Ministers support Burnham as Labour MPs split over possible contest for leadership
Al Carns and Darren Jones are considering whether to run against Andy Burnham for the Labour leadership.
Tech & AI
Password manager maker LastPass says hackers stole customer support case data during Klue breach
This is the second data breach to affect LastPass customers in recent years, after one of the password manager's tech partners was recently breached.
HaloBraid raises $7M from Seven Seven Six to end the six-hour hair salon appointment
HaloBraid aims to help salons speed up braiding with its first device, slated to launch later this year, that acts as a braiding assistant for professional stylists.
Meta debuts new, cheaper smart glasses under its own brand
The smart glasses are available in several countries starting today in a variety of color and lens combinations.
4 days left to save up to $190 on TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026
Four days left to save up to $190 on your pass to TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 - the ultimate founder bootcamp - before Early Bird rates end on June 26...
Ribbie turns real-time baseball stats into arcade-like, pixel-art broadcasts
Ribbie lets you follow along live with MLB games with a delightful, arcade-inspired interface.
Science
Something in space may be changing alien signals before they can reach Earth. Scientists have a solution.
New research suggests that alien radio signals may be transformed by plasma from their home stars — and scientists on Earth could be overlooking prime evidence of alien intelligence.
'If there's any country that will do it, it's China': Why is China diverting some of the world's mightiest rivers thousands of miles?
People in China's northern megacities have 74 times less fresh water than the average American — so the Chinese government has built the world's largest water diversion project, with the...
From cool-down spots to chalk on windows - how Europeans are coping with the heat
People across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe.
Waymo recalls robotaxis over construction-zone risk
Waymo recalls 3,871 robotaxi vehicles after its autonomous driving software failed to recognize freeway construction zones in Phoenix and San Francisco.
What scammers do the week your spouse dies
Scammers exploit death certificates, data brokers and public records to target grieving families. Learn how bereavement fraud works and how to stop it.
Sports
George Kittle wishes 'luck' to whoever trades for Brandon Aiyuk as 49ers look to move on from receiver
George Kittle wished luck to whoever gets Brandon Aiyuk as the San Francisco 49ers receiver has posted videos cheering for the Washington Commanders on Instagram.
Tiger Woods makes first public appearance since DUI, rehab stint as PGA Tour announces sweeping changes
Tiger Woods made his first public appearance since his March DUI arrest to introduce PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp at a major press conference Tuesday.
Wyndham Clark pens emotional message after winning second US Open in hostile territory
Wyndham Clark shares an emotional message after winning his second U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, reflecting on a difficult year and gratitude.
Dusty May shares his excitement for Mavericks job after jumping from college to pros
Dusty May leaves Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks head-coaching job after leading the Wolverines to the 2026 national championship this past season.
How to Watch the World Cup Today: Schedule, Times, TV, Streaming for Portugal, England, More
Argentina, France, Norway and more are in action Monday at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's the full schedule, kickoff times and how to watch on FOX and FS1.
Entertainment
Ransom note claims Nancy Guthrie died after abduction
The note from the possible kidnappers reportedly stated that they did not mean for her to die and included an apology to the family.
Dame Jilly Cooper leaves £8.5m fortune to children
Dame Jilly died after sustaining a fatal head injury in a fall at her Gloucesterhire home in 2025.
Brittany Aldean wows in a cutout swimsuit as she rings in her birthday during tropical getaway
Brittany Aldean celebrates her 39th birthday with a tropical getaway, sharing swimsuit snaps, beachside cocktails and a private jet arrival.
Bunnie XO says she funded Jelly Roll's early career by 'turning tricks' while reflecting on divorce
Bunnie XO reveals communication breakdown, IVF struggles and feeling like the "chaser" in her marriage to Jelly Roll before their divorce filing.
Jackie Kennedy was unimpressed by Buckingham Palace until Queen Elizabeth's advice changed everything: author
A new book, "The Kennedys & the Windsors," explores how Queen Elizabeth and Jackie Kennedy's relationship evolved from awkward first meeting to mutual respect after tragedy.
Business
Millions in UK could claim share of £3bn after Apple case given green light
Apple rejected the suggestion its practices are anti-competitive, saying many customers rely on third-party alternatives.
Stop pretending EU's new border system is working, says airports chief
The head of Europe's airports lobby says concerns over EES are keeping him awake at night and he doesn't know how airports will cope over the summer.
Iran says no new commitments on nuclear sites after Vance says inspectors to be invited back
Iran's foreign ministry says it made "no new commitments" on nuclear inspections after talks in Switzerland.
Who could be the UK's next chancellor?
The prime minister's resignation has fired the starting gun on the race to be in charge of the UK's finances.
Tech giant Oracle cuts 21,000 jobs as it embraces AI
The cuts are part of a wider trend among tech firms as they spend hundreds of billions of dollars on AI.
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Stella Beat
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Parent Involvement Workshop
📍 The Tracy Performing Arts Center, 2210 Dr Randy McDaniel Wy, Sumterville, FL 33585, USA
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Uncle Bob’s Rock Shop
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6:00 PM
The Fire Rhythms Band
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Rocky and The Rollers
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Gravity Parade
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