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From FOX 35 Orlando, Spectrum News 13 and 16 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. FOX 35 Orlando1 hour ago

    Florida live midterm election results: Lake County races, on FOX 35 Orlando

    Here are the Florida General Election results in Lake County, Nov. 3, 2026.

  2. Spectrum News 133 hours ago

    Orange County will get a new mayor on Election Night, on Spectrum News 13

    Chris Messina says he will bring a new, innovative approach, while Tiffany Moore Russell says her government experience will make her ready Day 1.

  3. WFTV7 hours ago

    St. Johns River levels are set to rise further amid heavy rainfall, on WFTV

    St. Johns River levels in Astor are expected to rise further due to heavy rain, according to Lake County officials.

  4. WFTV7 hours ago

    Sewage backup hits Waterside Pointe homes following heavy rain, on WFTV

    Groveland city crews are repairing sewer system failures in Waterside Pointe after heavy rains caused backups.

  5. Leesburg Daily Commercial8 hours ago

    Groveland takes ownership of historic 101-year-old train depot, on Leesburg Daily Commercial

    After years of negotiations, Groveland has officially taken ownership of its historic 1925 train depot with plans to restore the downtown landmark.

  6. WKMG11 hours ago

    Historic flooding event: Here is how much rain fell across Central Florida, on WKMG

    Parts of Brevard County received more than 23″ of rain, causing historic flooding. See how much rain fell across Central Florida by county.

  7. WESH14 hours ago

    RESULTS: Lake County races | Florida midterm election, on WESH

    See election results in Lake County:

    Also reported byWKMG

  8. Vox Populi, WInter Garden19 hours ago

    How Florida will count and verify votes for the November election | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL, on Vox Populi, WInter Garden

    Florida has a rigorous standard that all counties have to work with.

  9. Orlando Shine20 hours ago

    Orlando area’s first children’s museum planned for Winter Garden with $25 million in tourist tax funding, on Orlando Shine

    Orlando’s first dedicated children’s museum is planned for Winter Garden, with a target opening in 2030. I AM Children’s Museum (Website), an initiative of the Winter Garden nonprofit 8 Waves (Website), is slated to break ground in 2027. It will sit on a 2.67-acre site at 971 E. Plant Street [GMap] in Winter Garden, next

  10. Mid Florida Newspapers20 hours ago

    Photo of the Week – Nov. 03, on Mid Florida Newspapers

    Sandra Taylor captured this beautiful sunrise over Center Lake in Clermont recently. The colors are lovely! Thanks for sending it in, Sandra! If you’d like to see your picture in an upcoming issue of the Clermont Sun, send us your favorite (high resolution) photo of what you love about Lake County’s people, places, events, activities, and nature, and you may see your photograph in print. Email the

  11. WKMGYesterday

    Groveland advances nearly $27M in water, sewer funding to prevent future outages, on WKMG

    After months of water outages, boil-water advisories and growing frustration among residents, Groveland city leaders took a significant step Monday toward addressing the aging infrastructure behind many of those problems.

  12. Florida TodayYesterday

    Flooding in Florida, damage to homes and cars: A city by city roundup, on Florida Today

    Heavy rain pounded parts of Florida on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, the day before the midterms Election Day. See damage photos, video of flooding to homes, cars

  13. Business DebutYesterday

    Pinsa Fire Opening in Downtown Leesburg, on Business Debut

    Pinsa Fire will open on Main Street in a 600 square foot building.

  14. Mid Florida NewspapersYesterday

    The history of the Groveland Train Depot, on Mid Florida Newspapers

    Groveland’s historic train station that once served as the gateway to Groveland’s growing community is poised for a new chapter after decades of efforts to preserve its place in the city’s history.

  15. Mid Florida NewspapersYesterday

    City of Groveland launches Groveland Connect, a new emergency and community notification system, on Mid Florida Newspapers

    The City rolled out a new, efficient and user-friendly mass notification service called Groveland Connect that will enable timelier alerts during emergency situations.

  16. South Lake TabletYesterday

    Lake County Animal Shelter Announces $7 Senior Pet Adoptions In November, on South Lake Tablet

    Submitted by Ava Brown, Lake County The Lake County Animal Shelter is celebrating National Adopt a Senior Pet Month with its “Fall in Love with a Senior Pet” promotion, offering $7 adoptions for all pets 7 years and older throughout November. The month-long promotion encourages residents to open their hearts and homes to senior […]

  17. Leesburg Daily CommercialYesterday

    From boo to ho ho ho: Spirit Christmas coming soon to Florida cities, on Leesburg Daily Commercial

    Some Spirit Halloween stores in Florida are about to be reborn as Spirit Christmas stores. Here's where, what to know.

  18. West Orange Times ObserverYesterday

    Underground utility work to take place in Ocoee until May, on West Orange Times Observer

    Crews began working to replace the sewer force main on North Clarke Road Monday, Nov. 2. Construction is expected to take place until May 1, 2027.

  19. Mid Florida NewspapersYesterday

    Historic study explores whether robotic telesurgery could bring specialized surgical care closer to home, on Mid Florida Newspapers

    The investigational study connected Dr. Vipul Patel at AdventHealth Celebration with a patient and bedside surgical team 35 miles away at AdventHealth Minneola.

  20. Mid Florida NewspapersYesterday

    Five minutes with Groveland Mayor Keith Keogh, on Mid Florida Newspapers

    Property Tax Relief, Fiscal Responsibility, Essential Services

  21. West Orange Times ObserverYesterday

    Saucy! by KFC to host grand-opening celebration in Horizon West, on West Orange Times Observer

    The celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at 2224 Western Way, Suite A, Winter Garden.

  22. Mid Florida NewspapersYesterday

    City Council supports push for long-awaited Lincoln Park Community Center, on Mid Florida Newspapers

    Long held plans for a community center in the Lincoln Park area of Clermont are one step closer after the city council agreed to support the vision.

  23. Mid Florida NewspapersYesterday

    Groveland claims its past: Historic train depot finally comes home after decades of effort, on Mid Florida Newspapers

    After nearly two decades of negotiations and efforts to secure its future, Groveland’s historic train depot officially became city property Friday, Oct. 30, marking a milestone in the preservation of a landmark that tells two very different stories about the community’s past.

  24. Mid Florida NewspapersYesterday

    Growing with nature: A new chapter for conservation in Minneola, on Mid Florida Newspapers

    Imagine a community where new neighborhoods are designed with nature in mind. Where mature trees provide shade, native plants support pollinators, and green spaces allow wildlife to move through the landscape. Where development doesn’t have to come at the expense of the environment but instead creates opportunities for to thrive.

  25. TBBWYesterday

    Two new 7-Eleven stores sell for nearly $23 million near Central Florida, on TBBW

    Two newly built 7-Eleven properties in Winter Haven and Clermont sell for $22.86 million.

  26. Villages-News.comYesterday

    New UF Health emergency, urgent care center along U.S. 301 taking shape, on Villages-News.com

    Construction is moving along at UF Health’s new emergency and urgent care center in Oxford.

  27. West Orange Times ObserverYesterday

    55 OCPS schools named Schools of Excellence, on West Orange Times Observer

    A multitude of Orange County public schools were awarded the 2025-2026 School of Excellence recognition through the Florida Department of Education. Out of 55 OCPS schools that received the ...

  28. WKMGYesterday

    Oviedo moves to hire financial consultant to model impacts of Amendment 3, on WKMG

    The City of Oviedo may seek outside help to develop financial strategies if Amendment 3 passes on Tuesday.

  29. WKMGYesterday

    How much could Amendment 3 save Central Florida homeowners?, on WKMG

    A controversial new constitutional amendment will go before Florida voters on Tuesday — but before then, a handy new tool has been released to help homeowners determine how much they could save on their homes in particular.

  30. South Lake TabletNov. 1

    Lake Minneola Boys and Girls Swim Teams Advance to State Meet!, on South Lake Tablet

    submitted by Julia Flohr Larkin The Lake Minneola High School boys and girls swim teams are making waves in the postseason with impressive performances at their championship meets, earning their spots at the state level! At the District Championship meet on Saturday, October 24, the boys team captured second place, while the girls team finished […]

  31. South Lake TabletNov. 1

    Crooked Can Brewing Company Announces New Weekly Farmers Market at Minneola Location Beginning November 15, on South Lake Tablet

    submitted by Jill Ganley, Crooked Can Brewing Company Crooked Can Brewing Company is adding another exciting reason to visit its new Minneola location with the launch of the Crooked Can Farmers Market, beginning Sunday, November 15, from 9 am to 1 pm. The market will take place every Sunday, bringing local farmers, artisans, specialty […]

  32. South Lake TabletNov. 1

    Sole’a Brings Bold Island and Mediterranean Flavors to Clermont!, on South Lake Tablet

    Clermont’s business community continues to grow with the arrival of Sole’a, a new restaurant recently welcomed by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. Offering a delicious blend of bold island flavors and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, Sole’a brings something unique to the local dining scene. Featuring fresh ingredients, flavorful dishes, fresh sides, […]

  33. South Lake TabletNov. 1

    FDOT’s $27 Million Roadway Project Expected To Improve Traffic Flow in Groveland, on South Lake Tablet

    News From The City of Groveland Work is officially underway on the State Road 50 realignment project around downtown Groveland, marking an important step toward improving traffic flow and creating new opportunities for the city’s downtown area. Residents and motorists may have already noticed crews clearing the proposed route, heavy equipment arriving on-site, and detour […]

  34. West Orange Times ObserverNov. 1

    PHOTOS: Windermere ‘Sleep in Heavenly Peace’ Bunk Bed Build 2026, on West Orange Times Observer

    The Windermere Police Department Foundation partnered with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to build and donate beds for local children Saturday, Oct. 31.

  35. Orlando MagazineNov. 1

    The 2026 Orlando Dining Awards Readers’ Choice List, on Orlando Magazine

    Back to the 2026 Dining Awards BEST RESTAURANT Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen +Bar Winter Park reelfishcoastal.com La Luce Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek hiltonbonnetcreek.com Christner’s Prime Steak and Lobster Orlando christnersprimesteakandlobster.com BEST NEW RESTAURANT Osteria Ester Thornton Park osteriaester.com Kappo Tsan Orlando kappotsan.com The Grove Bar + Kitchen Winter Park thegrovebarandkitchen.com BEST CHEF Bull & Bear – Juan...

  36. Positively OsceolaNov. 1

    Gateway’s Nydrell Thigpen Named Positively Osceola’s Osceola Air Player of the Year Following Historic Eight-Win Season, on Positively Osceola

    KISSIMMEE, Fla. — It was a night of history, celebration, and recognition at Gateway High School on Friday, October 30, as the Panthers capped off their remarkable 2026 varsity football

  37. Miramar NewsNov. 1

    Spirit Christmas is coming to Jacksonville. Here's when, where, on Miramar News

    From spooky Spirit Halloween vibes to jolly Christmas wonderland, Spirit Halloween is trading tricks and scary costumes for Christmas lights and Santa decorations.

  38. Vox Populi, WInter GardenOct. 31

    Ocoee backs Sons of Confederate Veterans group’s bid for Wreaths Across America proclamation | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL, on Vox Populi, WInter Garden

    Five dollars from every wreath purchased directly funds the activities of the group, which has been described as "purveyors of hate, extremism and revisionist history."

In brief

The short notes of Daily Clermont’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Taste of South LakeThe 15th annual Taste of South Lake & Business Expo runs Thursday, Nov.

    The 15th annual Taste of South Lake & Business Expo runs Thursday, Nov. 5, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at Clermont Waterfront Park. Tickets start at $30.52, with free samples from 35 restaurants and 35 businesses on hand.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: 15th Annual Taste of South Lake & Business Expo

  • Lake Minneola swimThe Lake Minneola High boys and girls swim teams are headed to the state meet.

    The Lake Minneola High boys and girls swim teams are headed to the state meet. The FHSAA Class 4A State Championship is scheduled for Nov. 7 in Ocala.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: South Lake Tablet

  • Sunday marketCrooked Can Brewing Company will launch a weekly farmers market at its Minneola location on Sunday, Nov.

    Crooked Can Brewing Company will launch a weekly farmers market at its Minneola location on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will run every Sunday at Hills City Center.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: South Lake Tablet

  • Senior petsThe Lake County Animal Shelter is offering $7 adoptions for all pets 7 years and older throughout November.

    The Lake County Animal Shelter is offering $7 adoptions for all pets 7 years and older throughout November.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: South Lake Tablet

  • Groveland alertsGroveland has launched Groveland Connect, a new mass notification service meant to enable timelier alerts in emergencies.

    Groveland has launched Groveland Connect, a new mass notification service meant to enable timelier alerts in emergencies.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Mid Florida Newspapers