Lady Lake Chamber celebrating a Grand / Re-opening by having a Ribbon Cutting at Beef O’Brady’s. As you can see there were plenty of people in attendance. They are located 8720 SE 165th Mulberry Ln, The Villages, Fl 32162. Go see them. You will not be disappointed. Photo by Janet Fraley of the Lady Lake Chamber.
Tony Clayton of Ocala Electric was ask to give a talk about Ocala Electric on how everything works, telling us a little bit about power outages and how the power grid resets itself three times before it actually goes off. Tony says be prepared for Hurricane Season. They are forecasting 14 named storms and another 6 becoming hurricanes.
Outages will happen with storms and hurricanes. Their goal is to keep the power on.
During a storm or hurricane when the winds get up to 30 miles per hour they pull their guys in. Once the winds are safe again they start assessing the damage, and do the repair work in priority, like hospital first, homes keeping the elderly and so on and so on! Continue reading
County Commissioner Michelle Stone was the Guest speaker at the Ocala Business Leaders. She listed the things they were proposing, things they have done and things they were working on right now. It was an informational hour with lots of good information that most of us did not know. Thank You Michelle Stone for informing us!
Lady Lake Chamber Nothing But Networking was held last month at RoadHouse Grill. Approximately fifty business people attended. A lot of information was shared. Business people meeting business people, sharing information and learning more about the others’ businesses. You help them and they will help you.
Next month the Nothing but Networking will be held at Eaten’s Beach. A great place on the water overlooking the lake. It will be sold out. Any questions about the Lady Lake Chamber call 352-753-6029
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 05, 2019 — Summer is coming to an end and families across the country are trading in beach balls and roller blades for backpacks and notebooks. But back-to-school time is also followed by cold and flu season. Having the whole family follow some simple healthy behaviors can help them avoid all kinds of illnesses this time of year, including a topic we get lots of questions about: foodborne illness. Proper handwashing is the best thing you can do to stop the spread of germs and avoid getting your little ones sick.
“USDA research in collaboration with RTI International and NC State University has found that consumers are failing to properly wash their hands 97 percent of the time.” said Dr. Mindy Brashears, Deputy Under Secretary Food Safety. “Washing hands is one of the most effective ways to prevent illness, including foodborne illness.”
Be sure that everyone follows these steps: Continue reading
The City of Ocala announces the completion of three public art projects. The projects were completed during summer 2019 and include the restoration of the Ocala Black History Mural, Bridging the Divide in Tuscawilla Park and Retro Reel at the Marion Theatre.
OCALA, Fla. (Aug. 12, 2019) – The City of Ocala announces the completion of three public art projects. The projects were completed during summer 2019 and include the restoration of the Ocala Black History Mural, Bridging the Divide in Tuscawilla Park and Retro Reel at the Marion Theatre.
On Aug. 2, in conjunction with the closing of the 2019 Ocala Levitt AMP Music Series, the City and the College of Central Florida (CF) celebrated the completion of the restoration of the Ocala Black History Mural. Originally completed in 2005, and lead by then CF Brick City Center for the Arts staff Michele Faulconer and Hampton Center Director (current Vice president of Institutional Effectiveness and College Relations) Dr. Jillian Ramsammy, the mural provides a continual timeline of black historical events in Marion County and Ocala. Individual panels depict themes of religion, politics, agriculture, banking, education, medicine and social activities. It was designed by youth during a summer art camp held at the CF’s Hampton Center in 2004. This year’s restoration includes a new panel that acknowledges the progress made in the community since the completion of the original mural and the accomplishments of distinguished members Mary Sue Rich, Ruth Reed and Carolyn Adams. Continue reading
The City of Ocala will host the Fifth Annual Harvest Fest, a music and food truck festival, Saturday, Nov. 9 from 1 to 10 p.m. at Tuscawilla Park located at 500 NE Sanchez Ave.
OCALA, Fla. (Aug. 12, 2019) – The City of Ocala will host the Fifth Annual Harvest Fest, a music and food truck festival, Saturday, Nov. 9 from 1 to 10 p.m. at Tuscawilla Park located at 500 NE Sanchez Ave.
Ocala Harvest Fest presents two stages of live music featuring a variety of national, regional and local performing artists. Full lineup and ticketing information will be announced in the next several weeks. In addition to a world-class festival lineup, the event features many of Central Florida’s most popular food trucks as well as an artisan market, showcasing the finest craft exhibitors in the region. Continue reading
Dole Fresh Vegetables Announces Precautionary Limited Recall of Baby Spinach
Company Announcement Date: August 09, 2019
FDA Publish Date: August 09, 2019
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Potential Salmonella contamination
Company Name: Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc.
Brand Name: Dole
Product Description: Baby Spinach
Company Announcement
Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. is voluntarily recalling a limited number of cases of baby spinach. The products being recalled are 6 oz Dole Baby Spinach bag, Lot code W20308A (UPC code 0-71430-00964-2), and 10 oz Dole Baby Spinach clamshell, Lot code W203010 (UPC code 0-71430-00016-8), both with Use-by dates of 08-05-2019, due to a possible health risk from Salmonella. Dole Fresh Vegetables is coordinating closely with regulatory officials. No illnesses have been reported in association with the Recall.
The lot code and Use-by date are located on the upper right corner of the bag or on the top label of the clamshell; the UPC code is located on the bottom left corner of the back of the bag or on the bottom label of the clamshell. The impacted products were distributed in IL, IN, KY, MI, NJ, NY, OH, TN, VA, and WI. This product is expired and should no longer be on retail shelves. Consumers are advised to check product they have in their homes and discard any product matching these lot and UPC codes and Use-by dates. Continue reading
Ocoee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a plan to significantly expand Florida’s electric vehicle infrastructure by increasing the number of charging stations along major thoroughfares throughout the state.
“As electric cars become more prevalent on our roads and highways, the development of these charging stations is essential to the success of our ever-evolving transportation system,” said Governor DeSantis. “The addition of these stations will encourage Floridians to buy more electric vehicles, improve air quality, assist during disaster evacuations and ensure that Florida is prepared as electric vehicle technology continues to advance.”
The plan will be funded in part by the 2018 multi-state Volkswagen Settlement, of which Florida was allotted $166 million to improve air quality. While Florida is home to some of the best air quality in the nation, this funding will allow for significant investment to reduce diesel emissions and expand the infrastructure for electric vehicles. Florida’s beneficiary mitigation plan for how the State intends to spend the full $166 million is now available for public comment. Continue reading
(Ocala, FL) The Historic Ocala Preservation Society (HOPS) is proud to announce they have begun installing signs this month in the Tuscawilla Historic District. The signs mounted on a granite monument located near the sidewalk describe the history of the homes.
“These signs will preserve our heritage and encourage walking tours throughout the neighborhood” states Leon Geller, who purchased a sign. He added that he loves old homes and the history behind them, and recently renovated a home at 114 Northeast Tuscawilla Avenue. A sign was also installed this week at a recently renovated building next door at 118 Northeast Tuscawilla Avenue enhancing the neighborhood. Twenty-three signs have already been installed in the Ocala Historic District. Owners may contact HOPS for information by calling (352)351-1861.
