Dear Friends,
The Florida Legislature has officially adjourned the 2024 Legislative Session, marking the conclusion of this year’s 60-day regular session. Over those 60 days, Senate Republicans have delivered on key issues that impact Floridians across our state.
The Senate Republican Caucus stood firm in defense of the freedom that every Floridian holds dear. We enacted strong legislation to protect private property rights, passed critical measures to empower American energy production, and called for much needed accountability in Washington.
Senate Republicans introduced and passed vital legislation to expand access to critical health care services, empower neighborhood public schools, crackdown on rampant theft, and protect children from harmful online material. Additionally, the Florida Senate passed a balanced, fiscally conservative budget, while delivering critical tax relief to families and small businesses across the State of Florida. Continue reading
Laws guide our actions in various aspects of life, from obeying speed limits on the road to adhering to the principles of physics. Yet, there’s another law often overlooked in the realm of exercise: The Law of Specificity. Are you inadvertently violating this crucial principle? Let’s delve into how active seniors can leverage this law to enhance their quality of life and independence.
The Law of Specificity emphasizes that the effectiveness of practice is directly proportional to its similarity to desired performance outcomes. In simpler terms, if you want to excel at something, practice that specific activity. This principle holds immense significance for seniors aiming to maintain independence and enhance their overall well-being in later stages of life.
Enter the “Magnificent 7” — a set of foundational movement patterns crucial for functional mobility: squatting, lunging, pushing, pulling, rotating, hinging, and locomotion. These patterns underpin everyday activities, from dressing oneself to engaging in recreational pursuits like golf. By aligning exercise routines with these fundamental movements, seniors can effectively apply the Law of Specificity to bolster their quality of life and independence. Continue reading
The luncheon was held at the Glenview Country Club March 21, 2024. Each month the Chamber networking event is held in different Restaurants, so if you want more information call the Lady lake Chamber 352-753-6029. Photos by CKJ-13 Kay Johnson
Strawberry season is here. The 10th annual “Habitat Ocala Strawberry Festival” was held March 2nd. The weather was perfect, A crowd of 20,000 plus attended, 850 Strawberry flats were sold, 235 venders some food vendor’s some local businesses, some county service’s. Strawberry shortcake was being all day. Games for the children and grown ups. Live bands playing, very large patriotic American flags. Car show, some great old vintage cars and trucks. On our front page a crowd of visitors were standing with their hand over their hearts for the National Anthem. More pictures on page 6 & 7. IT WAS A GREAT FAMILY DAY!
Photos by CKJ-13 Kay Johnson
It is always fun to attend the Parade of Senior Services. The event was held at the Ewers Century Center at the College of Central Florida. Hundreds of seniors attended probably over 400. There were 41 vendors that were explaining their free services, some were county, city, services for seniors and some were venders in the health care industry. This was the 41st year. Watch for next year about this same time.
Photos by CKJ-13 Kay Johnson
Lady Lake’s Junior Baseball Field at the Guava Street Athletic Complex was named in honor of Mike Spradlin, who has served Lady Lake Youth Baseball & Youth Softball (formerly Little League) for nearly 30 years. On Feb. 21, the Town Commission unanimously approved the naming for Spradlin, the League’s treasurer since its inception in 1995. Mike Spradlin has helped secure the League’s financial longevity and made sure there were always funds available for children who could not afford registration. His dedication has touched thousands of community children, and we are proud to offer this small but fitting tribute!
Elisha Pappacoda
On March 12, 2024, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team and detectives with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Bureau executed a lawful search warrant at the residence of 2519 Myer Avenue Leesburg, Lake County, Florida. Agents with Homeland Security and detectives from the Mount Dora, Eustis, Leesburg, and Clermont Police departments assisted with the investigation. As the SWAT Team secured the residence, 13 individuals were located at the residence. As detectives began searching the residence, large amounts of various narcotics and firearms were located within the residence. The total combined weight of narcotics seized from the residence was:
Approximately 1 pound of cocaine.
Approximately 6 oz of methamphetamine.
15 grams of fentanyl (in powder form and pill capsules).
40 grams of MDMA.
A small amount of marijuana.
Drug paraphernalia. Continue reading
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office recently requested funding for a RAPID DNA system for our jail that will help identify suspects who may be connected to multiple crimes in a more timely manner. Recently, Congressman Daniel Webster voted to approve bill H.R. 4366, which included funding specifically for this resource, and the bill passed. “I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to Congressman Webster for his diligence and unwavering support for law enforcement. Because of his efforts, we will be able to apply for the funding for this project through the Department of Justice’s Justice Assistance Grant,” remarked Lake County Sheriff Peyton Grinnell.
Thank you, Congressman Webster!
Winning artwork will be launched into space on an upcoming mission
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez announced the launch of the 2024 Florida Space Art Contest. Students in grades K–5 are encouraged to create an art piece inspired by the theme: Suit Up! Florida’s Space Suit of the Future.
“I am thrilled to announce the launch of the Third Annual Lieutenant Governor’s Space Art Contest. Over the last two years, with more than 4,000 original art submissions, Florida’s students have shown their overwhelming support and excitement for this art contest,” said Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez. “This year’s theme gives students creative control to engineer the space suit of tomorrow. I am excited to see the innovative and futuristic designs our young artists will bring to life.”
Space Florida, a sponsor of the Lieutenant Governor’s Space Art Contest, believes supporting Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) education initiatives is an integral part of its mission. Continue reading
ORLANDO, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 621, which protects property rights, provides homeowners remedies against squatting, and increases penalties on squatters.
“We are putting an end to the squatters scam in Florida,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “While other states are siding with the squatters, we are protecting property owners and punishing criminals looking to game the system.”
“Florida is once again leading the nation, this time in securing our state against squatters,” said Attorney General Ashley Moody. “Biden has allowed millions of illegal immigrants to flood across the border. After video evidence of their plan to take over homes emerged, we’re ensuring Floridians are protected from this egregious and brazen scheme. I’m grateful to Governor DeSantis for signing this important legislation into law, and to Representative Kevin Steele for carrying this bill through Session.” Continue reading
