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Today’s edition · Thurs., Nov. 5

More rain could push the St. Johns River higher in Astor; sandbags are out

Plus, Groveland police are collecting new toys for local kids this holiday season.

The Daily Clermont team4 sources2 min read

News Notes

Astor flooding

Lake County Emergency Management says recent and forecast rain could raise St. Johns River levels in before they recede. If you need sandbags, self-service ones are available to Lake and Volusia County residents at Lake County Fire Rescue Station 10, 23023 State Road 40 in Astor. WFTV

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The Groveland Police Department has launched its annual Holiday Toy Drive. If you'd like to help, drop a new, unwrapped toy at any participating collection location. Mid Florida Newspapers

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More rain could push the St. Johns River higher in Astor; sandbags are out

Plus, Groveland police are collecting new toys for local kids this holiday season.

The TLDR

  1. More rain could raise the St. Johns River in Astor
  2. Sandbags are self-service at Lake County Fire Rescue Station 10
  3. Groveland police start their annual Holiday Toy Drive
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