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Crooked Can Brewing Company has a Minneola location listed as coming soon at 1600 Crooked Can Loop.
If you know the Winter Garden Crooked Can, this looks like the bigger destination version: brewery, taproom, food hall-style options, outdoor space, live entertainment, and family-friendly amenities like a splash …
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BBC Police seal off key roads in Nairobi as Kenya braces for Gen Z protests LIVESCIENCE NASA rover finds record-breaking trove of complex organic molecules on Mars BBC Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave BBC Jail time and unlimited fines planned under conversion practices ban BBC Find out which university degrees could earn you most across your lifetime BBC Adolescence star cast in Hamburg Days Beatles series FOX NEWS Terrion Arnold, Lions' 2024 first-round pick, charged with kidnapping and armed robbery in Florida VILLAGES-NEWS Live Square Entertainment for Thursday, June 25 VILLAGES-NEWS Hazy sunrise captured over Saddlebrook and Hawkes Bay executive golf courses TECHCRUNCH Europe is pushing back on Washington’s chip war VILLAGES-NEWS Lady Lake leaders worked hard to welcome Walmart on its terms BBC Police seal off key roads in Nairobi as Kenya braces for Gen Z protests LIVESCIENCE NASA rover finds record-breaking trove of complex organic molecules on Mars BBC Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave BBC Jail time and unlimited fines planned under conversion practices ban BBC Find out which university degrees could earn you most across your lifetime BBC Adolescence star cast in Hamburg Days Beatles series FOX NEWS Terrion Arnold, Lions' 2024 first-round pick, charged with kidnapping and armed robbery in Florida VILLAGES-NEWS Live Square Entertainment for Thursday, June 25 VILLAGES-NEWS Hazy sunrise captured over Saddlebrook and Hawkes Bay executive golf courses TECHCRUNCH Europe is pushing back on Washington’s chip war VILLAGES-NEWS Lady Lake leaders worked hard to welcome Walmart on its terms
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Live Square Entertainment for Thursday, June 25
Nightly entertainment performing in The Villages Town Squares on June 25, 2026 Read more: Live Square Entertainment for Thursday, June 25
Hazy sunrise captured over Saddlebrook and Hawkes Bay executive golf courses
A wide aerial photograph captures the sun rising over a misty horizon, casting a soft, golden glow across the landscape. The peaceful morning scene highlights the calm water hazards, fairways,...
Lady Lake leaders worked hard to welcome Walmart on its terms
The opening Wednesday morning of the new Walmart on County Road 466 in Lady Lake was a joyous occasion. Read more: Lady Lake leaders worked hard to welcome Walmart on...
Villager’s problem grandson in trouble again after purse-grabbing incident
A Villager’s grandson with a long litany of arrests is in trouble again after a purse-grabbing incident. Read more: Villager’s problem grandson in trouble again after purse-grabbing incident
Royal residents make impassioned plea to reject compost facility
A composting plant proposed near county roads 475 and 462 west of Wildwood brought out a large group of Royal community residents Tuesday night in opposition. Read more: Royal residents...
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Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave
This weekend's Austrian Grand Prix is declared a heat-hazard race by Formula 1's governing body the FIA.
Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave
This weekend's Austrian Grand Prix is declared a heat-hazard race by Formula 1's governing body the FIA.
Michigan childcare provider collected $1.1M in taxpayer funds despite no visible signs of operating
Michigan lawmakers investigate a childcare provider that allegedly received over $1.1 million in taxpayer reimbursements despite no signs of operation.
'I thought I was going to die' - Venezuelans describe earthquake panic
Buildings were flattened in the capital Caracas, where voices have been heard calling from the rubble.
Trump asks Congress for billions for Iran war, after tension with Republicans
But the budget faces an uphill battle as the president spars with some members of his own party over the issue.
World
Police seal off key roads in Nairobi as Kenya braces for Gen Z protests
Protesters demand justice for more than 80 people killed during the 2024 demonstrations and last year's anniversary protests.
'I thought I was going to die' - Venezuelans describe earthquake panic
Buildings were flattened in the capital Caracas, where voices have been heard calling from the rubble.
Trump asks Congress for billions for Iran war, after tension with Republicans
But the budget faces an uphill battle as the president spars with some members of his own party over the issue.
Find out which university degrees could earn you most across your lifetime
New data suggests which university degrees have the highest and lowest financial returns over a lifetime.
Oil price falls to levels not seen since before Iran war
Energy prices have been on a wild ride since Iran responded to US and Israeli attacks by effectively closing the Strait of Hormuz.
Politics
Jail time and unlimited fines planned under conversion practices ban
The government says a new Bill will protect LGBT people from "abusive acts" to change who they are.
Price cuts on family summer days out come into force
The government is reducing VAT from 20% to 5% on attractions and kids' meals as schools begin to break-up.
DOJ threatens to sue California over 'Glock ban,' arguing law violates Second Amendment
The Department of Justice warned California it would file a lawsuit if it enforced the state's "Glock ban," arguing the law violates Second Amendment rights to bear arms.
Reeves backs Burnham to become next prime minister
The chancellor throws her support behind the MP for Makerfield despite reports he could demote her if he becomes PM.
Trump describes Burnham as 'the mayor of a town' and 'extremely liberal'
Donald Trump gives his first public reaction to the prospect of Andy Burnham becoming prime minister.
Tech & AI
Europe is pushing back on Washington’s chip war
As ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet told TechCrunch in May, what China can currently buy are older-generation deep ultraviolet tools — gear first shipped about a decade ago — the same...
Former Infosys chief has a new startup that wants to challenge the IT services world
Backed by Mayfield and Aramco Ventures, Vishal Sikka’s new venture brings together veterans from SAP, Infosys, and VianAI.
Elon suffers another day short of trillionaire status
Right now he's merely a several-hundred-billionaire, according to Bloomberg's Billionaires Index.
Cerebras stock plunges after earnings as CEO says margin outlook was misunderstood
In its first earnings report since going public, the AI chipmaker forecast a narrower gross margin in its core business, scaring investors.
AI was supposed to kill engineering jobs, but new data suggests they’re the most resilient
While AI dominates the layoff narrative, engineers are actually making up a larger share of new hires, according to SignalFire data.
Science
NASA rover finds record-breaking trove of complex organic molecules on Mars
Data from NASA’s Perseverance rover confirms the presence of macromolecular carbon on Mars – another potential piece of the puzzle in the search for life.
'You can't patch your way out of it': Cheap AI worm can spread between devices without human guidance — but how did scientists create it?
Researchers show how future malware could use AI to make decisions that are traditionally handled by human hackers — but not all experts say we should panic.
First red squirrel kits born at sanctuary
Sanctuary staff say the litter will help boost population numbers of an endangered British species.
UK sees hottest June day on record as 36.1C recorded in Hampshire
Heat records were broken when temperatures soared across southern England on Wednesday afternoon.
Satellites reveal Earth has a surprising symmetry in the way it reflects light — and it might be tied to the El Niño cycle
Even though the Eastern and Western halves of Earth are fairly different, they reflect the same amount of sunlight, a new study finds.
Sports
Terrion Arnold, Lions' 2024 first-round pick, charged with kidnapping and armed robbery in Florida
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold faces four counts of kidnapping and armed robbery charges in connection to a February incident in Tampa, police announced on Wednesday.
Players, fans flee stadium as powerful earthquakes strike during Venezuela baseball game
Two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.1 and 7.5 magnitude struck Venezuela near Morón, sending fans fleeing a baseball stadium as buildings shook.
Caitlin Clark exits early with back issue as Fever fall to Mercury
Caitlin Clark left the Indiana Fever game against the Phoenix Mercury with a back issue and was ruled out before the fourth quarter got underway.
Christian Pulisic says he feels '100%' ahead of Team USA's final World Cup group stage match against Türkiye
Christian Pulisic said he feels 100% healthy ahead of Team USA's final World Cup group stage match against Türkiye after missing the Australia game.
USA World Cup soccer team learns likely Round of 32 opponent, and draw looks favorable
The USMNT will likely face 62nd-ranked Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 after its 3-1 win over Qatar on Wednesday afternoon in Seattle.
Entertainment
Adolescence star cast in Hamburg Days Beatles series
The forthcoming BBC six-part drama Hamburg Days charts the growth of the band from their beginnings.
Quentin Tarantino and Kylie Minogue spotted around Wales for new film
Quentin Tarantino, Kylie Minogue and RZA are just three of the names filming a new drama set in Wales.
Club made famous by The Smiths gets listed upgrade
The 123-year-old club has helped generations of boys, and later girls, with sport, art and music.
GTA 6 will cost £70 - and physical edition will not contain a disc
Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.
Top Australian TV star to leave job after Tommy Robinson interview, reports say
Karl Stefanovic has helmed a popular breakfast TV show for the better part of two decades.
Business
Find out which university degrees could earn you most across your lifetime
New data suggests which university degrees have the highest and lowest financial returns over a lifetime.
Price cuts on family summer days out come into force
The government is reducing VAT from 20% to 5% on attractions and kids' meals as schools begin to break-up.
Price cuts on family summer days out come into force
The government is reducing VAT from 20% to 5% on attractions and kids' meals as schools begin to break-up.
GTA 6 - all you need to know about Rockstar's blockbuster game
Rockstar's sixth game in the franchise is set to be the biggest game release of the year.
Oil price falls to levels not seen since before Iran war
Energy prices have been on a wild ride since Iran responded to US and Israeli attacks by effectively closing the Strait of Hormuz.
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Code Enforcement Special Master Hearing
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6:00 PM
Southbound
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6:00 PM
Latin Ambition
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6:00 PM
Scooter The DJ
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Poker Tournament Night
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Friday, June 26
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8:00 AM
Class of 2027 Senior Photo Sessions @ VHS
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5:00 PM
Wine Tasting Friday
📍 Two Old Hags Wine Shop
6:00 PM
Eighteen87
📍 Eastport
6:00 PM
The Brothers Jukebox
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6:00 PM
CLUB CTRL Feat. DJ Lu-S
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Fancy Reagan
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LM
7:00 PM
Live Music Friday Night
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Live Music
📍 Fenway Bar & Grill
Saturday, June 27
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Parent Involvement Workshop
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6:00 PM
Uncle Bob’s Rock Shop
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The Fire Rhythms Band
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6:00 PM
Rocky and The Rollers
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6:00 PM
Gravity Parade
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Saturday Night Live Music
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