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Local
3 years ago
Sumter County ‘Amnesty Day’ set for Saturday, August 26

Sumter County residents can drop hazardous items, electronics, and waste at Amnesty Day this Saturday, Aug. 26, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Local
3 years ago
Gainesville pool team dubbed world 9-ball champions

Gambler 1, a team of six Gainesville pool players, won the $20,000 prize and world champion title in Las Vegas earlier this month.

National
3 years ago
Haiti and Dominican Republic brace for Tropical Storm Franklin as Harold approaches Texas coast

On Aug. 10, the National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) updated its forecast and warned that this year’s hurricane season would be above normal. Between 14 to 21 named storms are forecast.

Health & Wellness
3 years ago
FDA approves RSV vaccine for moms-to-be to guard their newborns

The Food and Drug Administration cleared Pfizer’s maternal vaccination to guard against a severe case of RSV when babies are most vulnerable — from birth through six months of age.

Community
3 years ago
‘Barbie’ for $4? National Cinema Day is coming, with discounted tickets nationwide

National Cinema Day will be Sunday, Aug. 27. For one day, all movies will be $4 at participating theaters.

National
3 years ago
As Tropical Storm Hilary shrinks, desert and mountain towns dig themselves out of the mud | PHOTOS

Forecasters said Tropical Storm Hilary was the first tropical storm to hit Southern California in 84 years, bringing flash floods, mudslides, high winds and power outages.

Crime & Safety
3 years ago
UPDATE: Search for man wanted in Lady Lake area burglary ended with no arrests

Deputies from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office used a helicopter to search from the air and K-9 units to scour the area on foot.

Community
3 years ago
Job fair brings employment opportunities to Citrus County residents

Seeking a job in Citrus County? Entry-level and experienced positions alike will be conducting interviews at the Citrus County Job Fair on Aug. 31.

Local
3 years ago
Marion County firefighters respond to Dunnellon home engulfed in flames

The person who reported the fire initially thought someone might be trapped in the home.

Community
3 years ago
SeaWorld releases Halloween entertainment lineup

SeaWorld Orlando announces its Halloween lineup including new houses and scare zones.