Lady Lake Area Chamber’s yearly event that is usually held in June. Business to Business was held at Water Oak located at 106 Evergreen, Lady Lake. Executive Director Leslie DiCesare along with Janet Fraley made this event their best one yet. All participants were given 2 – 3 minutes on stage to share information about their business. Breaks were given throughout the event to let everyone visit the booths.
Lady Lake Chamber has the Farmers Market every Tuesday. Pictured are Garden Fresh Vegetables “Fruits of the Villas” by Leo, also “Kera G. Jewelry” Quality Hand made jewelry by Kylee Craine and “La Petite Ferme, llc” Farm fresh Goats Milk, soaps & natural skin care
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is securing more than $11 million in relief for Floridians harmed as a result of Ocwen’s alleged improper mortgage servicing practices. The proposed final consent judgment, pending adoption by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, resolves the lawsuit brought by the state of Florida through the Attorney General’s Office and the Office of Financial Regulation against Ocwen Financial Corporation, Ocwen Mortgage Servicing, Inc., Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC and PHH Mortgage Corporation.
The agreement between Florida and Ocwen will provide at least $8.6 million in consumer relief, including $2.1 million to Floridians who were harmed as a result of Ocwen’s alleged servicing failures, including untimely payments of borrowers’ insurance premiums, improper imposition of lender-placed insurance and overcharging for property preservation inspections. Other benefits obtained for Florida borrowers include at least $1 million in mortgage loan modifications and approximately $5.5 million in late fee waivers for eligible borrowers. Ocwen will also pay more than $3 million in civil penalties and reimbursement for the Attorney General Office’s fees and costs.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “This resolution is a continuation of our efforts to correct harmful deficiencies in mortgage servicing practices and ensure that distressed homeowners who have been impacted by servicing errors receive much-needed relief—relief that is especially important in these challenging times.” Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is recognizing October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month by reminding victims of domestic violence that help is still available to them amid the COVID-19 pandemic. With many Floridians limiting social and professional interactions to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus, domestic violence can be even harder to detect—and victims may not know where to turn for help. Victims do not need to isolate with their abusers and abuse counselors have adapted to the pandemic to provide more communication resources for victims. Advocates can be reached 24/7, 365 days a year through the Florida Domestic Violence Hotline by calling 1(800) 500-1119.
Attorney Ashley General Moody said, “With signs that domestic violence cases may be on the rise amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever for victims of domestic violence to know they have our support and that help is available. Domestic violence shelters across the state are open and advocates are available 24/7 to provide safety to victims and their families with protocols to protect against COVID-19 in place. If you or someone you know are a victim of domestic violence, know you are not alone. Please reach out for help.”
During the COVID-19 pandemic, domestic violence centers have worked tirelessly to ensure that services remain available to survivors and the community. These services not only meet the needs for safety from violence but also incorporate measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Domestic violence center outreach and shelter services remain operational and advocates are available 24/7 to develop safety plans for survivors and families based on specific needs throughout the pandemic. Survivors, as well as their friends, family members and other community members can contact any domestic violence center through its 24-hour hotlines. Local certified domestic violence centers have increased the ability to communicate with survivors through the use of various applications. Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody, along with 27 other state attorneys general, obtained a judgment against Tennessee-based Community Health Systems, Inc., and its subsidiary, CHSPSC LLC. This judgment resolves an investigation of a data breach that impacted approximately 6.1 million patients, including more than 430,000 from the state of Florida.
At the time of the data breach, CHS owned, leased or operated 206 affiliated hospitals, including 37 located in Florida. Information exposed in the breach included the addresses, birthdates, names, phone numbers and Social Security numbers of patients. The judgment, agreed to by CHS, requires a $5 million payment to the states and provides that CHS agrees to implement and maintain a comprehensive information security program reasonably designed to safeguard personal information and protected health information that will include specific information security requirements.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “Health care patients are routinely asked to reveal personal information in the course of treatment. The added stress surrounding a data breach exposing personal information can be overwhelming. I’m glad we were able to provide relief to the more than 430,000 Floridians impacted by the negligent actions of this health care company.” Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—The COVID-19 pandemic has changed daily routines around the world, but it hasn’t lessened Attorney General Ashley Moody’s resolve to end the deadly opioid crisis plaguing Florida. Even as the novel coronavirus spreads, Attorney General Moody continues efforts to curb the national opioid crisis claiming lives in Florida—issuing statewide recommendations to address the opioid crisis, creating new partnerships to help Floridians struggling with substance abuse and crafting criminal justice training to assist prosecutors in shutting down the sham sober home industry.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “Our nation and our state face many challenges, but be assured that nothing will dampen my resolve to put an end to the national opioid crisis that continues to claim lives in our great state. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic struck Florida, we were working hard to stop opioid misuse and save lives, and as we continue to work together to stop the spread of COVID-19, please know that our fight against the deadly opioid crisis has not abated.
“There are signs that the pandemic may be contributing to an increase in opioid deaths, and that is even more reason why we cannot waiver in our fight to stop drug abuse—and why I will continue to work every day, on the local, state and national level, to end this deadly crisis affecting Florida families.” Continue reading
November is military family appreciation month. During this month, families with members of the military, past and present, are honored and recognized for their commitment and contributions in support of our military and nation. November 11th is Veteran’s Day. Thank a member of the military for serving this country. It is important for them to hear your appreciation, but most of all, it’s respectful.
With the holiday season upon us, we should be thankful for the time that we have to spend with our family and friends. There are families that are separated because a member is away serving our country in the military or worse, they have sacrificed their life for our country. In reality, freedom is not free. It is important to reflect that these families have a difficult time coping with their situation. We should be thankful for those who make sacrifices and also for our families, friends, and the opportunities we have in this country.
November 26th is Thanksgiving Day. It began as a day of giving thanks for the blessing of the harvest of the past year. It is important to spend time with family and friends. Remember that there are families that are missing members because of their sacrifice both here and abroad. Continue reading
Art Meadows
I was floored to hear my friend of many years passed away. I knew he was sick but not that sick. The President of the Ocala Business Leaders made the announcement and we each took time to remember him. Many members spoke in remembering him. He was known for his practical jokes. I am sorry that I could not get a proper Obit for him, it just was available. One of my number one remembrances was twenty some odd years ago he invited me to the Ocala Business Leaders meeting. They had just renamed the club, Dave Liner was the founder, Art Meadows was a cherished member. I sat at the same table with him for many years. I will miss him!
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The worst wildfire season in California’s history blanketed Silicon Valley in a fog of smoke, burnt timber and destroyed homes. There is no Forest management program in California to prevent these fires. In Florida we have controlled burns to burn the under brush, so that there is nothing on the ground to flare up and go out of control. Now California want the United States Tax payers to bail them out for their mismanagement. Trump says NO! They have been warned time after time that it was a ticking time bomb. Now it has happened.
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According to the masterminds at Facebook, Twitter & Google, we should not be watching and listening to doctors who actually meet and treat patients. No, we should listen to the heads of huge bureaucracies who have not treated a patient in decades.
I understand that one of the doctors in one video has hired the same attorney who is representing Nicholas Sandman, the teenager who was slandered by the media. This could get interesting.
Facebook and twitter has the power to change peoples lives and don’t have to answer for any of it. When the Hunter Biden email were uncovered by a computer repair shop, they hit the Facebook / Twitter platforms and were immediately froze. They could not be accessed. Apparently the emails show it goes deeper than just Hunter. Nevertheless the whole thing looks very suspicious to me. Family members should not be aloud to profit from our Government Officials.
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If you have been a reader of this newspaper you might remember for years I have been predicting a third party would rise and be as strong as the two we have now. Well, Burnie Sanders was well on his way to a third party, but he decide to try to take over the Democratic Party and he almost did. Sanders figured with a third Party it would be splitting the vote and Trump would win. So they made some kind of deal, nobody knows what it is but I’m sure, if they win we will feel it.
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Now is the time for us retirees to look at our Health Insurance. There are some changes as I have heard. Have not heard them yet, right now I am with Humana, not sure what I am going to do. My agent is running an ad in this newspaper on page three.
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I listened to this hearing on Judge Amy Coney Barrett. I was disgusted when Senator Sheldon made accusations about big money involvement in the Supreme Court Justices. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas took it to him and said you should make accusations about big money. Out of the top twenty wealthiest people in the United States sixteen had donated almost a Billion dollars to the Democrats.
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I got a phone call from a Lady in the Villages. She did not like my story with the headline that said VOTE TRUMP! She attack my spelling, my Punctuation’s, my use of words or misuse of words and did not like the fact that I gave a one sided view. I said you sound like a democrat? She admitted she was. I said if you don’t like my views send me your views and I’ll run them right next to mine. I said my job is to serve the Community by giving them the right to see their opinion in print. I ran her opinion!
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To end this months column, I would like to say that I am very nervous about this election. I can’t see the support that the media keeps reporting, that Joe Biden is ahead and might win the election. The other thing that makes me nervous is all of these mail in ballots floating around. That would be and could be an illegal way to win an election. Also hear in Florida right now I know several people telling me they have gotten mail in ballots for dead people who used to live in their address. The proper way to take care of that in Marion County Florida is to call the Supervisor of elections and they can give you an address to return the Ballot to in Jacksonville. The Ballots had shown up several times and have not been able to stop them.
The Ocala/ Marion County Chamber & Economic Partnership (CEP) has been named national Chamber of the Year by ACCE, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.
ACCE is an Alexandria, Va.-based membership association that represents over 9,000 professionals who work for and with more than 1,300 chambers of commerce around the world.
Chamber of the Year, sponsored by MemberClicks, is the most prestigious and competitive award presented by ACCE and is the only globally recognized industry award that honors top chambers of commerce. Those honored with the Chamber of the Year designation have demonstrated organizational strength and made an impact on key community priorities, such as education, transportation, business development and quality of life.
We accepted the award on September 30 during ACCE’s Future of Chambers Summit, a virtual conference which replaced our annual convention. Continue reading
Dear Friends,
As this is being written, Election Day is almost upon us and by the time this reaches you, Americans will have either re-elected Donald J. Trump or they will have chosen the Biden/Harris ticket. Readers know by now that my fervent prayer is that we re-elect our President, and overwhelmingly so, but more importantly, our prayer is for God’s will to be done in all things. While we are confident that President Trump will be victorious, there is no magical crystal ball that can show what the future may hold.
What we do know is this; America’s foundation is still stronger than ever. The vision that our forefathers outlined in our founding documents have stood the test of time and outlived many Presidents, some who were very good, and others who were near disasters. One man will not tear the freedoms and liberties that are stated in our constitution apart. So many of our nation’s heroes have fought and died for these God-given rights and they will not be last. The price of freedom is eternal vigilance and our country still has many patriots that are willing to take that stand. If President Trump is re-elected, our job just got a whole lot easier, but only for a few short years. Continue reading
