Lady Lake Chamber of Commerce held their monthly Nothing But Networking Luncheon. That is when 40 to 50 business people assemble and learn about each other’s business. This last month it was held at Demshars Restaurant on the square. Good food / good company / good business! Thanks Lady Lake Chamber. Remember, don’t keep your Chamber a secret.
12/08/2017
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit wrapped up a two-month operation yesterday evening that targeted illegal gambling establishments throughout the county. During the investigation, which detectives dubbed Operation Jackpot, detectives obtained search warrants for 10 business and made 4 arrests on various charges.
The investigation was initiated after receiving multiple citizen complaints about several of the businesses possibly being illegal gambling establishments, as well as similar tips received through Central Florida CRIMELINE.
As the investigation progressed, detectives were able to establish that all 10 locations were engaging in illegal gambling activities, and as a result, search warrants for each location were obtained. Continue reading