Villages/Lady Lake
Lady Lake, FL —The Orange Blossom Gardens (OBG) Lions Club is proud to announce Kyra Spivey, a student at Lake Technical College, as a recipient of a Scholarship Award, honoring her academic excellence, dedication to career education, and commitment to the animal care field.
Spivey was selected as a scholarship recipient based on her outstanding performance in a highly competitive academic environment and her demonstrated passion for veterinary science.
Feb 01 Exploration Hike
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PEAR Park Gateway in Leesburg
Join staff for an early evening walk to get some exercise and take in the sights and sounds of nature.
Feb 03 Who Lives Here?
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Lake May Reserve in Eustis
Explore the natural communities and plant species which support the animal life at the preserve.
Feb 06 Exploration Hike
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Ferndale Preserve in Montverde
Join staff as we explore the habitats and species of Ferndale Preserve.
Feb 07 Wetland Excursion
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sawgrass Island Preserve in Umatilla
Join us for a fast paced guided hike at Sawgrass Island Preserve to explore the diverse ecosystems within the preserve, including the plants and animals…
Feb 07 Quarterly Bird & Butterfly Survey
7:30 AM – 11:00 AM Pine Meadows Conservation Area in Eustis2/74/48/2910/3
Assist staff with surveying one of Lake County’s conservation lands for birds and butterflies. These surveys assist with the long term management… Continue reading
LADY LAKE – Residents are invited to connect with Lady Lake Mayor Ed Freeman during a special “Meet the Mayor at the Market” event on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lady Lake Farmers & Crafts Market, located at 250 Rolling Acres Road.
This casual gathering provides an opportunity to discuss local topics, share ideas, and hear updates about news and events in the community directly from the mayor.
While there, visitors are invited to peruse the market, which features a wide range of offerings including fresh produce, baked goods, preserves, handmade crafts, and artisanal products. Food truck vendors will serve options such as barbecue, hot dogs, and international cuisines.
The market is accessible by golf cart via The Villages at Palermo Place through Chula Vista or Del Mar Drive.
The Lady Lake Farmers & Crafts Market is held every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to support local vendors while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
For more information, visit www.ladylakefl.gov or contact market@ladylake.org.
The Lady Lake Police Department is in possession of the following found or abandoned property. Unless ownership is claimed and verified, these items will be disposed of in accordance with Florida State Statute 705 on their scheduled purge dates.
If you believe any of these items belong to you, please contact the Evidence Section at (352) 751-1576 with proof of ownership.
A credit card was recovered on Oct. 30, 2025, on Avenida Central. If unclaimed, it will be purged on Jan. 28, 2026.
On Dec. 15, 2025, an iPhone, identification cards, a passport, credit cards and keys were recovered along U.S. Highway 27/441. These items will be purged on March 13, 2026, unless claimed.
A bicycle was recovered on Dec. 19, 2025, on LaGrande Boulevard. If unclaimed, it will be disposed of on March 29, 2026.
U.S. currency was recovered on Jan. 16, 2026, on Bichara Boulevard. It is scheduled to be purged on April 16, 2026, unless claimed.
A bracelet was recovered on Jan. 22, 2026, on Bichara Boulevard. If unclaimed, it will be disposed of on April 22, 2026.
A key fob with keys was also recovered on Jan. 22, 2026, on Avenida Central. It is scheduled for disposal on April 22, 2026.
The Lady Lake Police Department is proud to officially welcome and swear in our newest Police Officer, Michael Godigkeit — and we’re even more excited to share that our department is now fully staffed, which is a major milestone for our team and our community.
Following the ceremony, we also celebrated outstanding internal promotions, highlighting the hard work, dedication, and growth happening within the department:
Corporal Lidia Maya was promoted to Sergeant
Officer Amanda Hayes was promoted to Corporal
Officer Jean Cintron was promoted to Corporal
These promotions are a true reflection of the strong leadership, mentoring, and commitment to developing talent within the Lady Lake Police Department under the guidance of Chief Steve Hunt.
Congratulations to Officer Godigkeit and to all of our newly promoted officers.
The January luncheon was hosted at the brand-new restaurant oh my! Local businesses enjoy delicious food, networking, and door prizes.
This is the last Networking event for 2025 at GlennView Country Club. Thank you to Glenview Country Club
Celebrating Years of Service – Thank You, Team Lady Lake!
We proudly recognize and congratulate our dedicated Town of Lady Lake employees for their years of service to our community. Their commitment, professionalism, and institutional knowledge help ensure the high level of service our residents expect and deserve.
Years of Service Honorees:
5 Years Kourtney Fehr
10 Years Jacob Jackson
15 Years Brad Weeks
20 Years Johnny Gosneigh and Van Kao
25 Years Adam Cronk and Travis Lacey
30 Years Debbie Lopez
Last Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, UF Health broke ground on its third emergency and urgent care center in the region, near the intersection of U.S. HWY 301 and CR 466 in Oxford.
