by TomL
Information off the web
On April 17th, Charlotte Weber filed a Complaint for Declaratory and Injunctive Relief and a Petition for Writ of Certiorari against Golden Ocala and Marion County over the approvals for the Sports Complex. Also on April 17th, Ms. Weber filed a Petition for a Formal Administrative Hearing against Marion County.
As noted in the complaints, the Marion County Commission voted to approve several land development applications submitted by Golden Ocala at a Board hearing on March 18, 2026, authorizing the development of a 250-acre sports and entertainment facility on property adjacent to Ms. Weber’s iconic 4,300-acre horse farm, Live Oak Stud.
One of the key points made is the 2016 agreement to limit the use of the property, proposed for the Sports Complex, to low-density residential. Continue reading
By TomL
GOD
FAMILY
COUNTRY
FREEDOM
What word should be first? I think freedom.
FREEDOM to praise your GOD!
FREEDOM to raise a FAMILY!
FREEDOM to live and defend your COUNTRY!
FREEDOM to achieve higher education FREEDOM! Continue reading
(OCALA, FL.) Aug. 6, 2026 – At approximately 1:05 a.m., Ocala Fire Rescue responded to reports of a structure fire at Signature Brands, located at 1900 SW 38th Ave. The response was triggered by two alarms: an automated monitoring system and a pull station alarm, both indicating a potential fire.
Upon arrival, firefighters did not find visible flames; however, staff on site had evacuated and were able to inform responders about the source of the smoke filling the building. The fire originated from a commercial popcorn maker, where a pipe had overheated and ignited the ceiling area.
To extinguish the fire, firefighters removed ceiling tiles to access the affected space and used approximately 750 gallons of water.
After the fire was extinguished, teams inspected the area for any remaining hot spots to ensure safety. It was confirmed that the fire had not spread beyond its initial source.
There were no reported injuries.
Responding units included Engines 1, 4, and 6, Tower 1, Squad 7, Battalion Chief 11, and a Safety Officer.
Effective alarm systems and vigilant employees played a key role in minimizing damage during this incident, highlighting the importance of operational fire detection systems and alertness in both commercial and residential spaces.
OCALA, Fla. (
August 11, 2026) – The Ocala Symphony Orchestra’s 2026-2027 season concerts are on sale now to the general public. The season is complete with six subscription concerts, six special events, three choral concerts and a chamber music series. Under the baton of Maestro Matthew Wardell, the season will feature extraordinary musicians, remarkable soloists, beloved masterworks, and bold new voices. Tickets are on sale now at ocalasymphony.com, with prices starting at $15 for adults and $10 for students.
This season begins with the spectacular Pictures at an Exhibition: From Dalí to Mussorgsky, where iconic works of art are transformed into breathtaking orchestral music. Highlights also include the North Central Florida premiere of Disney’s Aladdin in Concert (live with full orchestra), the thought-provoking The Long Arc, featuring Philip Glass’s The American Four Seasons and a world premiere by Gala Flagello, and the powerful season finale, Famous Last Words, pairing Strauss’s radiant Four Last Songs with Tchaikovsky’s deeply moving Pathétique Symphony. Continue reading
Our Networking Breakfast was a great success, held on the first Tuesday of the month. July 7 was held at First Watch of Lady Lake. With approx 40 Businesses represented.
The North Lake Chamber Business Luncheon was a great success. The restaurant was the Texas Roadhouse Grill, a great eating place. Over two dozens businesses were attending. You get a number for the table that you sit at so you don’t get the same people sitting together all the time. They discuss their businesses while they enjoy the luncheon. The more you know about their business and the more they know about your business the more they can help each other. It’s all about people. Call the chamber to ask about attending and where it will be he’d next month – 352-753-6029
Aug 01
Weekends at the Winery
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards in Clermont
Aug 01
Wetland Excursion – Pine Meadows
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Pine Meadows Conservation Area in Eustis
Aug 01
Florida Blue Back to School Event
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Clermont Florida Blue Center in Clermont
Aug 06
Paddling Adventure – Lake Norris
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Lake Norris Black Water Creek in Eustis
Lady Lake Police arrested a 33-year-old man living in the Cove Apartments for possession of child sexual assault and bestiality material on Tuesday, July 28.
A cyber tip connected to Caleb Londoff was submitted on March 20. Through various investigative techniques, law enforcement linked the suspect to a Dropbox account containing the material.
Lady Lake Police were granted a search warrant for Londoff’s apartment on June 23 and recovered his cell phone. The Lake County’s Sheriff’s Office Forensics Lab processed the phone and found additional files.
Londoff was arrested and charged with 27 counts of possession of child sexual assault material and five counts of sexual activities involving animals. He is currently being held in the Lake County Jail on a $147,500 bond.
At this time, there are no suspected local victims. However, the investigation remains ongoing.
To submit a tip, contact Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS.
The Lady Lake Police Department and Lake County Fire Rescue – Official put their appetites to the test at Texas Roadhouse Rib Eating Contest.
LLPD’s win came with an even sweeter reward: the opportunity to choose where 10% of the evening’s sales would be donated. Lady Lake Police selected St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, hel
ping support the hospital’s mission of providing world-class care to children battling life-threatening illnesses, regardless of a family’s ability to pay.
Thank you to Texas Roadhouse for creating a unique event that brought first responders together for some friendly rivalry while making a meaningful difference in the community.
LADY LAKE — The community is invited to strengthen their online safety skills during a free cybersecurity presentation, “Think Before You Click: Internet Browser Security Awareness,” on Wednesday, July 29, at 1 p.m. at the Lady Lake Library, 225 W. Guava St. in Room 219.
The presentation will be led by Howard Davis, the Town of Lady Lake’s IT cybersecurity expert, as part of the Town’s ongoing cybersecurity education series.
As more daily activities move online, internet users face an increasing number of scams and security threats. During this informative session, Davis will provide practical strategies to help attendees browse the web more safely and confidently. Topics will include password management, how to identify trusted and secure websites before entering personal information, and safe browsing practices that can help reduce the risk of phishing scams, malware, identity theft, and other online threats. Whether participants use the internet for banking, shopping, social media, or everyday communication, the presentation will offer easy-to-understand tips that can help protect personal information and improve online security.
The event is free and open to the public. No registration is required.
