Hello Middleton | Site-Wide Activity https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/ Activity feed for the entire site. Fri, 29 May 2026 09:30:09 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 c13ab4d4f785e8aeeb8f7c82fa85526a posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/197/ Fri, 29 May 2026 09:30:09 -0400 Good Friday morning, Middleton — and what a fine last Friday of May it is, with the blueberry fields calling.

  • Pickin’ & Splashin’ U-Pick — Spend the morning at Amber Brooke Farms picking blueberries and cooling off.
  • Blueberry U-Pick & Storytime — A perfect family outing with storytime alongside the pick-your-own fields.
  • Pavani’s Band — Catch liv…

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📡 Discovery NewsMichigan man seeking a place to stay ends up in jail after arrest at PilotA Michigan man was arrested with marijuana after asking a deputy for help at a Pilot gas station.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsVillager who has been tormenting neighborhood threatens to burn down ex-girlfriend’s homeA resident of the Historic Side of The Villages who has been tormenting his neighborhood has been jailed after allegedly threatening to burn down his ex-girlfriend's home.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsVillager won’t be prosecuted in theft of neighbor’s newspaperA Villager won’t be prosecuted in the theft of neighbor’s newspaper.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsFormer Boston cop’s bogus police report triggers helicopter search for wifeA former Boston police officer living in Lady Lake was arrested after allegedly fabricating a stabbing story during a boozy domestic dispute that drew massive law enforcement resources, including a sView on Discovery News →

]]> 0 9b57c20dfb382519fb6d64c20a671d05 shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/192/ Thu, 28 May 2026 20:31:07 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsHarbor Hills man arrested in string of burglaries and attempted auto theftsA resident of Harbor Hills has been charged with a string of burglaries and auto thefts resulting in at least $10,900 in damages.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsUninsured driver arrested after crashing in roundabout in The VillagesA Leesburg man was arrested with a suspended license after crashing an uninsured vehicle at a roundabout in The Villages.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 3636d42da21a6ca2f33f9a9280a18576 posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/190/ Thu, 28 May 2026 09:30:36 -0400 Good Thursday morning, Middleton—late May means summer is nearly here, and we’ve got a full slate of local happenings.

  • Code Hearing — The Special Master will review code violations today at the municipal building beginning at 9 a.m. sharp.
  • Blonde Ambition — Head to the venue downtown tonight at 8 p.m. for a lively performance by Blonde Ambit…

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]]> 0 c8f20387172e617ec6e87238fe0c548a shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/189/ Wed, 27 May 2026 23:31:04 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery News89-year-old Villager knocked from golf cart in collision with hit-and-run driverAn 89-year-old Villager was knocked from her golf cart in a collision with a hit-and-run driver.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsHomeless shoplifter nabbed at taser point after fleeing from TargetA homeless shoplifter was nabbed at taser point after fleeing from Target at Rolling Acres Plaza in The Villages.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsSummerfield woman allegedly called boyfriend from jail after attack that sent him to hospitalA Summerfield woman was arrested on a warrant Sunday for contacting her boyfriend against a judge’s orders while in jail.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 8bab94145869a7849644a9d965925292 wpadmin posted an update: New Around Town: Crooked Can Brewing Company has a Minneola […] https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/186/ Wed, 27 May 2026 13:05:15 -0400 New Around Town: 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 pad.
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]]> 0 2f7d380c69db334ee7310bb34b164c31 posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/185/ Wed, 27 May 2026 09:30:22 -0400 Good Wednesday morning, Middleton — the end of May is treating us to warm skies and the kind of humidity that only a true Floridian can love.

  • Library Website Resources — Learn how to navigate digital tools from home or at the branch.
  • Free Ballroom Dance Intro — Anastassia leads a no-cost class open to all levels.
  • Messy Painting for Little Monst…

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]]> 0 c5e46491cbaf47f6d06e993fd73d3c87 shared editorial: SpaceX launch watch: Starlink Group 10-53 https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/184/ Wed, 27 May 2026 00:12:17 -0400 📡 editorial
📡 Hello MiddletonSpaceX launch watch: Starlink Group 10-53Launch target: Fri, May 29, 7:52 AM EDT from Space Launch Complex 40. Links, webcast, and viewing spots.View on Hello Middleton →

]]> 0 19906d18b5d4a72ec0133883b579814a wpadmin wrote a new post https://www.hellomiddleton.com/spacex-launch-watch/ Wed, 27 May 2026 00:12:17 -0400 SpaceX launch today: Starlink Group 10-53

Launch target: Fri, May 29, 8:57 AM EDT from Space Launch Complex 40. Links, webcast, and viewing spots.

]]> cdc4311df4882a53e8e2dc25abd8b61b shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/182/ Tue, 26 May 2026 22:31:14 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsUnlicensed driver from Mexico arrested after traffic stop at Lowe’sAn unlicensed driver from Mexico was arrested in a traffic stop at Lowe’s on U.S. Hwy. 441.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsICE slaps hold on deaf unlicensed Bahamian arrested in WildwoodU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement placed a hold on an Orlando man who presented a Bahamian passport during a traffic stop.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsWoman allegedly lunges at her sister during investigation at Wildwood apartmentsA Wildwood woman was arrested for assault after allegedly lunging at her sister during a domestic disturbance investigation.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsSuspect arrested in theft of hot dogs and hamburger at Family DollarAn Ocala man was arrested after pocketing $21 in hot dogs and hamburger meat without paying at Family Dollar.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 ff3d2e1f949653436d696b76d5dbf25b wpadmin posted an update: New Around Town: Restaurants, services, openings, […] https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/178/ Tue, 26 May 2026 11:48:47 -0400 New Around Town: Restaurants, services, openings, construction updates, local recommendations, and businesses neighbors keep asking about. If there is a place or service Middleton should know, this is the thread. Check the directory: https://www.hellomiddleton.com/business-directory/

]]> 0 e6f28e5b1fc72fa9f00b8a81246fd188 wpadmin posted an update: This Weekend Around Middleton: The traffic says people are […] https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/177/ Tue, 26 May 2026 11:48:47 -0400 This Weekend Around Middleton: The traffic says people are hunting for what to do next, so this is the new hub pin: weekend events, family stuff, live music, markets, school/community happenings, and anything neighbors should know before Saturday. Browse events: https://www.hellomiddleton.com/events/

]]> 0 09ec2528a1da801a5449c93416dc8953 posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/176/ Tue, 26 May 2026 09:30:09 -0400 Happy Tuesday, Middleton, as we settle into a quiet morning before the afternoon sun starts to heat up the pavement.

  • Board Meeting — the BOCC holds their regular meeting today to discuss the latest business affecting our growing community.
  • Digital Learning — the local library is hosting a session to help neighbors navigate and master their var…

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]]> 0 4c49717248f8855c3d83ab5fc7b2fd7b shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/175/ Mon, 25 May 2026 23:01:13 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsCustomer sentenced after refusing to pay bill at restaurant in The VillagesA customer has been sentenced after refusing to pay his bill at a restaurant in The Villages.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 89ef606420634d996c10e48c8391148d shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/174/ Mon, 25 May 2026 23:01:09 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsMaine snowbird to lose license after golf cart DUI in The VillagesA Maine snowbird will lose his driver’s license for six months after he was caught driving under the influence in a golf cart in The Villages.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsVillager can ditch GPS and return home after domestic violence arrestA Villager has been allowed to remove a court-ordered GPS device and return home following a domestic violence arrest.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 50b279132052fa591594c362eaed1f59 posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/172/ Mon, 25 May 2026 09:30:07 -0400 Happy Monday to my Middleton neighbors as we gather on this quiet May morning to honor those who served our country.

  • Memorial Day — we pause today to observe this national holiday in remembrance of the brave men and women lost in service.
  • Clermont Ceremony — the community will host a local Memorial Day service to pay respects and share in a m…

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]]> 0 b4d47a90821aa0faa3a532e1ae563cea shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/171/ Sun, 24 May 2026 23:01:06 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsSex offender moves in with sister after fire destroys villa in The VillagesA convicted sex offender has moved in with his sister after he was injured in a fire that destroyed a villa in The Villages.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 845d8c81d9e81a61fd23c4b072cf06bc shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/170/ Sun, 24 May 2026 22:31:08 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsVillager sentenced for chasing down and attacking FedEx driverA Villager has been sentenced after using his golf cart to chase down a FedEx driver he thought was driving too fast through his neighborhood.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 e8e6266941d13d9b0bb3989a610b9f17 shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/169/ Sun, 24 May 2026 22:01:07 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsVillager sentenced in attack on gal pal who refused to resume romantic relationshipAn apparently obsessed Villager has been sentenced in an attack on her estranged gal pal who refused to resume their romantic relationship.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 aca10694f341bebfd97c50ed5eeafc0b shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/168/ Sun, 24 May 2026 14:31:05 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsNew Yorker wanted on warrant arrested at restaurant in WildwoodA New Yorker wanted on a warrant was arrested at a restaurant in Wildwood.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 21b4c57aa3976c9c385ef34638efd2ed posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/167/ Sun, 24 May 2026 09:30:06 -0400 Happy Sunday, Middleton, as we settle into a quiet morning before the music starts up across the square.

  • Earth Beat — the rhythm section takes the stage today for a live performance in our community.
  • Alex Hayes Band — catch this local favorite bringing their signature sound to the neighborhood this afternoon.
  • Sheila and The Sound — the soulf…

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]]> 0 0ffb9f4e75e2b5875ed5bc6c1ebfde0c shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/166/ Sat, 23 May 2026 23:31:08 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsArrest logs show risky mix of golf carts and booze at town squaresGolf carts are a beloved staple of daily life in Florida’s Friendliest Hometown, but a review of arrests in the first five months of 2026 shows that too many residents are still treating the paths liView on Discovery News →

]]> 0 99f74ca437c2d14a43b3d9fa5e1e8f0c shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/165/ Sat, 23 May 2026 16:31:13 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsOxford woman arrested after early morning brawl with husbandAn Oxford woman was arrested on a domestic battery charge following an early morning brawl with her husband that left his glasses broken in half.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 26342b436c744089d4085fb5fd5ec5cb shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/164/ Sat, 23 May 2026 14:31:07 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsSuspect with marijuana arrested after trying to make quick getaway from Southern Trace PlazaA suspect with marijuana was arrested after trying to make a quick getaway from a busy shopping plaza in The Villages.View on Discovery News →

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📡 Discovery NewsHusband with violent history allegedly strangles partner of 16 years during intimacyA Lady Lake man was arrested for battery after allegedly strangling his wife for supposedly saying another man’s name during intimacy.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 d5249365bdfe2a30263637153a9e370e posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/162/ Sat, 23 May 2026 09:30:17 -0400 Happy 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…

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]]> 0 ca0a883867fb90340b8557f752505242 shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/161/ Fri, 22 May 2026 23:01:10 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsVillager flips golf cart after drinking at Brownwood Paddock SquareA Villager was arrested on a drunk driving charge after flipping his golf cart following a night out at Brownwood Paddock Square.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 19313e33e6f60a0718bf28a8137a3471 shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/160/ Fri, 22 May 2026 22:01:05 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsSpeeding driver lands behind bars after caught on radar in The VillagesA speeding driver landed behind bars after he was caught on radar in The Villages.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 829a8af94bd5384e1c2a4db027c4808e shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/159/ Fri, 22 May 2026 12:31:06 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsToddlers wander out of apartment complex while caretaker gets her hair doneA Lady Lake woman was arrested after two toddlers in her care wandered near the street while her hair was being styled.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 39f9343ed03bf86501b93dda4590819a posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/158/ Fri, 22 May 2026 09:30:18 -0400 Happy Friday to the finest folks in Middleton as we ease into what looks like a lovely local weekend.

  • Backyard Barbecue — Holy Sh’mokes is firing up the pits today for a special session of community grillin’ out back.
  • Acoustic Afternoon — Ivan Rios takes the stage at Holy Sh’mokes to provide the soundtrack for your Friday lunch or dinner.
  • L…

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]]> 0 765686adf8c1eb1c8d9a68c8381fe0a3 shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/157/ Fri, 22 May 2026 07:31:34 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsTrespasser arrested after making unwanted return to local WawaA Jacksonville man warned away from a local Wawa in the morning was arrested for trespassing where he returned there later in the day.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 e6a60d6f6d1a1063d46e5a45c5f9e33d shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/156/ Thu, 21 May 2026 23:01:15 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery News82-year-old Villager arrested in brutal beatdown in drivewayAn 82-year-old resident of The Villages has been arrested following the brutal beatdown of a female companion in a driveway in Florida's Friendliest Hometown.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 a6a5cda057723975b599d42c256603fb shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/155/ Thu, 21 May 2026 23:01:08 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsVillager arrested after tormenting neighbors with beeping golf cart hornA Villager was arrested after allegedly tormenting his neighbors by repeatedly beeping his golf cart’s horn in their driveways.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 4cb2dcb48ab42de8b428cf3f4e8d0ff0 shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/154/ Thu, 21 May 2026 22:01:05 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsMan who allegedly sent nude photos of himself to child may have had more victimsLaw enforcement suspects an Ocklawaha man arrested on child pornography charges may have had additional victims.View on Discovery News →

]]> 0 9d25abcbf9d0c979c66d21b313f5d30b shared from Sumter County Sheriff https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/153/ Thu, 21 May 2026 18:01:33 -0400 📡 intel-scso-pr
📡 Sumter County SheriffPresident Trump Visit Information 4-30-26View on Sumter County Sheriff →

]]> 0 89c64fc5961dde4ea3f3f634a0720c93 posted a daily brief https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/152/ Thu, 21 May 2026 16:37:47 -0400 Happy Thursday, Middleton, as we settle into the mid-week groove and keep an eye on those building afternoon clouds.

  • State Pride — today marks Florida Flag Day, the anniversary of our state adopting its iconic red saltire and seal.
  • Holy Sh’mokes — the stage stays busy tonight with an open mic session followed by Suzie D hosting karaoke.
  • Loca…

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]]> 0 e15687519aab693a95db5099fcae5785 shared from Sumter County Sheriff https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/138/ Thu, 21 May 2026 16:01:41 -0400 📡 intel-scso-pr
📡 Sumter County SheriffPresident Trump Visit InfoView on Sumter County Sheriff →

]]> 0 dbde7ea1ac2f3207cb6fbd4c00becd1b shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/137/ Thu, 21 May 2026 14:01:56 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsUnlicensed driver from Guatemala arrested in hit-and-run crash on Florida TurnpikeU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement placed a hold on a Clewiston man arrested in a hit-and-run crash on the Florida Turnpike. Read more: Unlicensed driver from Guatemala arrested in hit-and-runView on Discovery News →

]]> 0 ae52cfe455f1fc5229b211eccaa64e8c shared from Discovery News https://www.hellomiddleton.com/community-board/p/136/ Thu, 21 May 2026 14:01:12 -0400 📡 intel-discovery-news
📡 Discovery NewsResident of Lake Sumter Apartments pulled over with smoking pipe in her carA resident of Lake Sumter Apartments was arrested for a used smoking device found in her car during a traffic stop. Read more: Resident of Lake Sumter Apartments pulled over with smoking pipe in herView on Discovery News →

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📡 Sumter County SheriffDeputy ArrestView on Sumter County Sheriff →

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