Mount Dora and Lake County officials are taking legal action over concerns about possible contamination linked to the Mid-Florida Materials Recycling Facility.
After historic flooding in October washed out Donnelly Street, small businesses in downtown Mount Dora saw a significant drop in customers. With Small Business Saturday approaching, business owners are hopeful for a surge in customers this weekend.
From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
If you've driven toward downtown Mount Dora lately, you may have noticed something that's hard to miss. Donnelly Sreet is closed.
After a "thousand-year storm,' a Lake County family is forced to find another place to stay, underscoring the urgent need for stormwater management and infrastructure improvements.
Communities across Lake County came together Monday to honor America’s heroes on Veterans Day, with ceremonies in both Mount Dora and Tavares celebrating the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Progress is visible on Mount Dora’s Donnelly Street as recovery efforts continue following historic rain that washed out the road last month.
Lake County officials say Wolf Branch Road, damaged by recent heavy rains, will reopen in about four weeks with improved drainage and road modifications.
Mount Dora officials have issued a precautionary boil water notice on Sunday evening after a water line break, according to a news release.
The Mount Dora City Council could move toward implementing parking solutions for downtown Mount Dora during Tuesday’s city council meeting.
A 63-year-old Mount Dora man died after a crash with a tractor-trailer in Sumter County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Law enforcement search teams are combing a property in Deltona in relation to a criminal investigation out of Mount Dora, but police would not elaborate.
A Mount Dora man turned himself in when his father brought him to the Leesburg Police Department after a fatal shooting.
Mount Dora Fire Chief, Joseph Hightower, said the renovation of Fire Station 34 in Mount Dora and the addition of a 4800 square foot administration building is expected to cost somewhere between 5 and 6 million dollars.
Lake County officials confirmed that 44-year-old Monica Islam’s body was found on May 2. Originally from Bangladesh, Monica Islam moved to Eustis in 2021 with her daughter and worked as a cashier in a local convenience store.
During the testing, residents may notice brief periods of discolored or “brown water” coming from their faucets. The discoloration is a result of the hydrant testing process, but crews are actively flushing the system to improve water clarity.
The family behind the ‘Starry Night’ home artwork is celebrating a major milestone — and a message that goes far beyond paint.
A World War II and Korean War veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and avid tennis player still hits the courts three times a week—and he’s not just playing, he’s winning.
Georgefest is the longest-running celebration of George Washington's birthday in the state, and it's also the longest-running celebration of its kind in the United States.
A man in Mount Dora has to receive two more shots as part of a rabies vaccination series following an attack by two dogs that he suspected were stray.
Days after a home exploded in Lake County, fire officials have confirmed that a build up of gas in the kitchen caused it.
Nearly three months after Hurricane Milton flooding left a massive hole in a section of road in Mount Dora, Lake County officials have given an update on the repair process.
One person was airlifted after a possible home explosion in Mount Dora, according to Lake County fire officials.
City leaders are holding a meeting to address the final update on an odor study after years of complaints about a stinky smell in and near parts of Mount Dora.
Police said they are searching for a “male suspect with a thin build,” and a $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.
From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
The facility off of Highway 441 has been at the center of an ongoing mystery in Mount Dora. Some believe it's causing a stinky smell in certain areas, and people who live nearby want to get to the bottom of it.
As slightly cooler weather starts to creep into Central Florida, residents will be looking to experience all of the great activities on offer, including the Fall Fest at Great Scott Farms in Lake County.
Flea markets can be a load of fun. And some of the state's top flea markets can be found right here in Central Florida.
A 19-year-old man has been arrested in Mount Dora by agents with the U.S. Marshals Service on a warrant for charges including attempted manslaughter with a firearm.
A now-former Orange County deputy arrested earlier this year, accused of possessing child pornography, was re-arrested in Lake County, now accused of stalking the detective who obtained his original arrest warrant.
Between the famous attractions and the beautiful beaches, the Sunshine State sees a record number of visitors each year. However, there are some lesser-known aspects of Florida that draw tourists and are cherished by locals.
Nicole Baldwin reportedly left all of her belongings behind, including her phone, purse and shoes. Months later, police now assume she's dead.
The Mount Dora City Council has brought its rules on animals in line with Lake County Code, meaning all “at-large animals” must now be leashed when they’re not otherwise securely confined.
After hearing complaints from people about speeding and drivers running stop signs, the Mount Dora Police Department launched its new traffic unit back in June.
Mount Dora leaders have voted to move forward with a plan to place a controversial “employment center district” along State Road 46 with hundreds of apartments and acres of office, commercial and warehouse space.
The Mount Dora City Council postponed a vote over whether to move forward with a controversial development in the Wolf Branch Innovation District.
Williams was arrested early last year after a retired Mount Dora couple was found stabbed to death inside their home at the Waterman Village senior living complex on New Year’s Eve in 2022.
The city of Mount Dora has made its acting city manager permanent, months after the previous city manager resigned amid allegations of workplace favoritism and retaliation.
In an arrest affidavit, police said that Kostyunin had drugged the boy with marijuana-laced chocolates and gave him wine while watching a movie about Elton John and “how he became gay.”
