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National
3 years ago
Get ready to get your java on. It’s National Coffee Day

While the U.S. imports the most coffee, we don’t even rank among the top 20 countries in terms of per capita coffee consumption. Get the facts about coffee and where to score a free cup.

Jobs
3 years ago
What would a government shutdown mean for me? SNAP, student loans and travel impacts, explained

If a shutdown arrives, millions of federal employees will be furloughed and many others — including those working in the military and the Transportation Security Administration — will be forced to work without pay until it ends.

National
3 years ago
A government shutdown is nearing this weekend. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?

Government funding expires Oct. 1, the start of the federal budget year. A shutdown will effectively begin at 12:01 a.m. Sunday if Congress is unable to pass a funding plan that the president signs into law.

Community
3 years ago
Wildwood Commission adopts 2024 budget. Lowers millage rate, increases city staff

The commission says the new millage rate reflects a decrease of 5.7% and is the lowest in the city’s history. City attributes growth, especially in The Villages, for its ability to lower the millage while still generating more revenue.

Local
3 years ago
UPDATE: Hernando County 15-year-old girl reported missing found safe

Deputies say 15-year-old Alessandra Brown was last seen on Tuesday, Sept. 26, around 4 p.m. getting off a school bus on California Street.

Elections
3 years ago
Donald Trump skipped the GOP debate again. This time, DeSantis and others took him on directly | PHOTOS

Calling Trump MIA, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said, “He owes it to you to defend his record where they added $7.8 trillion to the debt. That set the stage for the inflation we have now.”

Local
3 years ago
Citrus County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help locating a missing teen

The sheriff’s office says 15-year-old Joshua Nix was last seen in the Crystal River area on Sept. 26.

Community
3 years ago
‘Surface depressions’ in The Villages now stabilized, Engineers to evaluate utilities for repairs next

Scardino Street in the Village of Monarch Grove has officially been stabilized and is no longer a public safety concern. Now, the city of Wildwood is assessing utility damage and determining the need for repairs.

Crime & Safety
3 years ago
Citrus County deputies warn Dodge owners of rising auto theft trend, urges precautions

The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office warns there’s a rise in auto thefts of Dodge Chargers, Challengers, and Durangos across the nation. While it hasn’t hit the 352 yet, they urge owners to take precautions.

Crime & Safety
3 years ago
Deputies need help identifying suspects in five Salt Springs boat burglaries

The victims say the electronics stolen from their boats total $1,200 in value. Can you identify the thieves? Contact MCSO or Crime Stoppers of Marion County and reference 23-53 in your tip.