$2,600 per month health insurance premium: ‘The math isn’t math-ing’
Read full article: $2,600 per month health insurance premium: ‘The math isn’t math-ing’Insurance premiums are exploding across Florida — and for one retired math teacher in The Villages, the numbers are staggering. Instead of enjoying retirement, he’s trying to solve what may be the most baffling equation of his life. Last year, he paid $723 a month for coverage. In January, after enhanced federal health care subsidies expired, the bill jumped to more than $2,600 a month.
Crash shuts down Morse Boulevard in The Villages, deputies say
Read full article: Crash shuts down Morse Boulevard in The Villages, deputies sayDeputies shut down a stretch of Morse Boulevard on Tuesday evening after a “severe traffic accident” near Lake Sumter Landing, according to the sheriff’s office.
Explosives ‘stolen from the military’ causes scare in The Villages neighborhood
Read full article: Explosives ‘stolen from the military’ causes scare in The Villages neighborhoodDeputies evacuated homes in a neighborhood in The Villages on Tuesday after they responded to explosive devices at a residence, prompting a bomb‑squad response and a federal investigation.
Florida man gets more than 2 years in prison for threatening to assassinate President Trump
Read full article: Florida man gets more than 2 years in prison for threatening to assassinate President TrumpA Florida man is sentenced to more than two years in federal prison for threatening to kill President Donald Trump.
Irish dance champions bringing ‘A Taste of Ireland’ to Central Florida
Read full article: Irish dance champions bringing ‘A Taste of Ireland’ to Central FloridaIrish dance champions, including performers from 'Lord of the Dance' and 'Riverdance', are bringing 'A Taste of Ireland' to Central Florida as part of a world tour.
This is the best city to live in Central Florida, study claims. Do you agree?
Read full article: This is the best city to live in Central Florida, study claims. Do you agree?There are plenty of people who want to live in the Sunshine State. But according to a new study, there’s one city that’s better than the rest.
These are the top places to retire in Florida. Half are near Orlando
Read full article: These are the top places to retire in Florida. Half are near OrlandoWith its warm weather and low taxes, it’s no surprise that Florida is a huge retirement hotspot for seniors across the nation. But some cities are better picks than others.
🏘️ The Villages’ 2025 housing market year in review
Read full article: 🏘️ The Villages’ 2025 housing market year in reviewIn 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty.
Father-daughter reunion follows mother’s arrest in The Villages for 1983 abduction case
Read full article: Father-daughter reunion follows mother’s arrest in The Villages for 1983 abduction caseNow in her 40s, Michelle Newton is navigating a relationship with a father she never knew, while her mother, seen in a viral bodycam video, faces criminal charges.
‘We’re here for you, ma’am:’ Bodycam video shows woman’s arrest in The Villages in 1983 kidnapping case
Read full article: ‘We’re here for you, ma’am:’ Bodycam video shows woman’s arrest in The Villages in 1983 kidnapping caseDebra Newton was taken into custody in Florida on custodial interference charges stemming from a 1983 kidnapping case.
‘AI slop:’ Florida governor calls for artificial-intelligence bill of rights. Here’s what it would do
Read full article: ‘AI slop:’ Florida governor calls for artificial-intelligence bill of rights. Here’s what it would doFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis lambasted the potential for abuse in the rising realm of artificial intelligence and called for an “AI Bill of Rights.”
Centerwell, UnitedHealthcare reach deal for The Villages Health Medicare plans
Read full article: Centerwell, UnitedHealthcare reach deal for The Villages Health Medicare plansThousands of residents of The Villages are breathing a sigh of relief after learning of a deal between UnitedHealthcare and the new owners of The Villages Health System.
Benefits expert explains why UnitedHealthcare, The Villages Health contract talks drag on
Read full article: Benefits expert explains why UnitedHealthcare, The Villages Health contract talks drag onAs negotiations between UnitedHealthcare and The Villages Health continue, patients are wondering whether their UHC plans will be accepted at TVH in 2026. One expert we talked to said these longer negotiations are becoming more common.
Man sentenced to life after armed robbery in The Villages
Read full article: Man sentenced to life after armed robbery in The VillagesA man has been sentenced to life in prison after robbing two people at gunpoint in The Villages, tying them up, and stealing their car, according to State Attorney William M. Gladson.
Thousands left in limbo as Medicare deal for The Villages Health remains elusive
Read full article: Thousands left in limbo as Medicare deal for The Villages Health remains elusiveThousands of The Villages Health patients insured through UnitedHealthcare may have to find new healthcare providers if a deal isn’t reached between CenterWell, a division of Humana, and UnitedHealthcare.
Medicare deal uncertainty leaves The Villages Health patients feeling ‘duped’
Read full article: Medicare deal uncertainty leaves The Villages Health patients feeling ‘duped’Patients at The Villages Health were told the company's sale earlier this year would not affect their care. But negotiations between UnitedHealthcare and the new owners could mean thousands will have to find new Medicare plans, change doctors, or pay more money.
‘Out of control:’ This threat is looming over Florida’s future, expert says
Read full article: ‘Out of control:’ This threat is looming over Florida’s future, expert saysWhile the threat of a recession seems to have abated, there’s another danger looming over Florida’s future, UCF economist Sean Snaith announced in his latest forecast.
Golf cart driver sought in hit-and-run that damaged memorial in The Villages
Read full article: Golf cart driver sought in hit-and-run that damaged memorial in The VillagesPolice in Lady Lake need help to find a golf cart driver they say hit a stone marker at a park memorial and then drove off, causing around $1,500 in damage.
Central Florida veteran to receive new home after crash destroyed his trailer
Read full article: Central Florida veteran to receive new home after crash destroyed his trailerA Korean War veteran in Ocklawaha is one step closer to moving into a new home after a crash left his trailer unlivable last month.
What The Villages Health sale will mean for its patients
Read full article: What The Villages Health sale will mean for its patientsA health care shakeup is underway in The Villages after Villages Health filed for bankruptcy earlier this year amid questions over Medicare overbilling. A judge recently approved the sale of Villages Health to CenterWell.
Judge OKs The Villages Health System sale to CenterWell after changes made to deal
Read full article: Judge OKs The Villages Health System sale to CenterWell after changes made to dealCourt documents published Monday confirm CenterWell won the auction to buy The Villages Health System, as part of the company’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. CenterWell, a senior health care provider owned by health insurer Humana, will pay $68 million in cash for TVHS.
This funding model could revitalize historic Goldsboro in the heart of Sanford
Read full article: This funding model could revitalize historic Goldsboro in the heart of SanfordCities across central Florida that have seen and felt change face the same challenge: How do they revitalize struggling communities?
US officials object to language for The Villages Health sale amid overbilling investigation
Read full article: US officials object to language for The Villages Health sale amid overbilling investigationU.S. officials are objecting to the language in the proposed sale for The Villages Health System, saying the health provider’s order could shield an “overly broad” list of parties from potential civil or criminal liability. This comes as the federal government pursues a resolution over the $350 million in Medicare overpayments by the health care provider.
Florida Blue accuses The Villages Health of adding false codes to patient files in new bankruptcy filing
Read full article: Florida Blue accuses The Villages Health of adding false codes to patient files in new bankruptcy filingAnother health insurer is accusing a large health care company in The Villages of falsely adding thousands of diagnostic codes to patient files, in a new objection to the company’s bankruptcy plan.
Man’s crime spree in The Villages ends after multiple victims threatened at gunpoint, shot at, deputies say
Read full article: Man’s crime spree in The Villages ends after multiple victims threatened at gunpoint, shot at, deputies sayA man arrested in The Villages is accused of assaulting multiple people, trying to steal cars and even shooting into a vehicle during a crime spree, according to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office
‘Senior Entertainment Center’ near The Villages shut down in gambling bust, state says
Read full article: ‘Senior Entertainment Center’ near The Villages shut down in gambling bust, state saysThe Florida Gaming Control Commission says it has shut down an illegal gambling operation at Il Villagio, seizing 190 slot machines and approximately $349,000 following a months-long criminal investigation.
Gatorland rescues alligator Uncle Sam from The Villages
Read full article: Gatorland rescues alligator Uncle Sam from The VillagesDuring a weekend filled with patriotic spirit, Gatorland showcased its pride and dedication to rescuing nuisance alligators by welcoming a massive Florida alligator to his forever home.
Villages Health company, under fire for Medicare overpayments, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Read full article: Villages Health company, under fire for Medicare overpayments, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcyA major health care group that caters to The Villages retirement community has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it tries to sell to a major health group and deals with hundreds of millions of dollars in Medicare overpayments.
These may be Florida’s 2 most popular cities, study shows. Here’s how they compare
Read full article: These may be Florida’s 2 most popular cities, study shows. Here’s how they compareOn Thursday, U.S. News & World Report issued its list of the top places where people are thinking about moving so far in 2025.
This city has the worst student debt in Florida, study finds. Here’s how much
Read full article: This city has the worst student debt in Florida, study finds. Here’s how muchWalletHub has released its list of cities with the most student loan debt in the country, revealing which spot in Florida carries the worst debt statewide.
Man arrested in The Villages among 9 MS-13 gang members charged with murder, Bondi says
Read full article: Man arrested in The Villages among 9 MS-13 gang members charged with murder, Bondi saysFederal authorities and the Broward Sheriff’s Office have announced the arrests of nine MS-13 gang members, one of whom was hanging drywall in The Villages when he was found, according to News 6 partner Local 10 News.
⛽ How gas prices have changed in The Villages in the last week
Read full article: ⛽ How gas prices have changed in The Villages in the last weekGasoline prices have increased by just a few cents compared to this time last month, but the cost to fill up the tank has declined by nearly 40 cents per gallon since last year.
Florida man aboard motorcart arrested after eating shrimp, Snickers at Publix
Read full article: Florida man aboard motorcart arrested after eating shrimp, Snickers at PublixThe man was arrested after he was caught eating a pack of shrimp at a Publix store in The Villages, according to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
Man accused of DUI after passenger falls from golf cart in The Villages, later dies, FHP says
Read full article: Man accused of DUI after passenger falls from golf cart in The Villages, later dies, FHP saysA man from The Villages is accused of DUI manslaughter following the death of a woman who fell out of a golf cart that he was operating while impaired, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Here’s how close Florida is to getting a new ‘Margaritaville’ specialty plate
Read full article: Here’s how close Florida is to getting a new ‘Margaritaville’ specialty plateLast year, Florida lawmakers paved the way for drivers in the state to get their hands on a new Margaritaville-themed specialty plate.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 season
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 seasonFrom markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
The Villages man dies after possible medical emergency, crash on US-301 in Marion County
Read full article: The Villages man dies after possible medical emergency, crash on US-301 in Marion CountyIn a release, troopers said that the crash happened at U.S. Highway 301 and Southeast 144th Place Road around 11:41 a.m.
Find Sumter County election results for Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find Sumter County election results for Nov. 5, 2024Here’s where to find election results races on the ballot in Sumter County. Live results will start to become available in Central Florida after the polls close at 7 p.m. on Election Day.
‘Leesburg’s time in the crosshairs:’ How The Villages is driving population growth nearby
Read full article: ‘Leesburg’s time in the crosshairs:’ How The Villages is driving population growth nearbyNestled in the heart of Lake County, Leesburg is experiencing a significant surge in both population and development.
Downed trees block roads in Bushnell as Hurricane Milton moves across Central Florida
Read full article: Downed trees block roads in Bushnell as Hurricane Milton moves across Central FloridaRain and winds are picking up in Sumter County as Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida on Wednesday evening, downing trees and blocking some roads.
Duke Energy preps for over 1 MILLION power outages in Florida from Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Duke Energy preps for over 1 MILLION power outages in Florida from Hurricane MiltonAhead of Milton’s landfall in the state, Duke Energy stated that it is already preparing around 10,000 responders — many from out of state — to help with recovery efforts.
Everything you will see on the ballot in Sumter County for the Nov. 5 election
Read full article: Everything you will see on the ballot in Sumter County for the Nov. 5 electionAre you voting in Sumter County on Nov. 5? Here is a list of candidates and amendments in Sumter County from city to federal races.
Sumter County prepares for Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Sumter County prepares for Hurricane HeleneSumter County Chairman Craig Estep wants to make sure people in The Villages, Wildwood and all parts of the county have supplies in case they lose power or have other problems due to Hurricane Helene.
Uncovering Florida’s quirkiest hidden gems: Viral stories behind Taintsville, Ratman, and more
Read full article: Uncovering Florida’s quirkiest hidden gems: Viral stories behind Taintsville, Ratman, and moreWhether it's the bizarre origins of a town’s name or the truth behind urban legends, News 6 continues to shed light on the peculiar and captivating stories that make Florida one of the most interesting places in the world.
Why the fastest-growing place for young kids in the US is in the metro with the oldest residents
Read full article: Why the fastest-growing place for young kids in the US is in the metro with the oldest residentsNo one younger than age 19 is allowed to live in The Villages, the massive retirement community in central Florida which has the highest median age of any place in the U.S. Yet it is part of the fastest-growing metro area for young children this decade.
‘Dude, just stop!’ Suspected DUI golf cart driver leads deputies on chase in The Villages
Read full article: ‘Dude, just stop!’ Suspected DUI golf cart driver leads deputies on chase in The VillagesA Lake County man is facing multiple charges after he led deputies on a drunken chase while driving a golf cart in The Villages, officials say.
‘Getting lucky:’ Do people in The Villages put loofahs on their cars? Here’s what to know
Read full article: ‘Getting lucky:’ Do people in The Villages put loofahs on their cars? Here’s what to knowIt’s a popular joke in Central Florida that some residents of The Villages have been seen with loofahs on their vehicles. But is there any truth to the rumors?
Hooters plans new restaurant in The Villages. Here’s where it could be opening
Read full article: Hooters plans new restaurant in The Villages. Here’s where it could be openingA new Hooters restaurant is planned to come to a shopping center in The Villages, and it's reportedly being built from the ground up.