Uncovering Floridaโs quirkiest hidden gems: Viral stories behind Taintsville, Ratman, and more
Whether it's the bizarre origins of a townโs 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
No 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.
โDude, just stop!โ Suspected DUI golf cart driver leads deputies on chase in The Villages
A 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.
โGetting lucky:โ Do people in The Villages put loofahs on their cars? Hereโs what to know
Itโs 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. Hereโs where it could be opening
A new Hooters restaurant is planned to come to a shopping center in The Villages, and it's reportedly being built from the ground up.
This lakefront home will soon provide hope for homeless women veterans
The 4,000-square-foot home is the latest project being built by Villagers For Veterans. Ashleyโs House will be a transition home for women veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Silver Alert canceled after 86-year-old Sumter County woman found safe
A Silver Alert has been canceled after a missing 86-year-old Sumter County woman was located safe, according to the Sumter County Sheriffโs Office.
Sumter County commissioner reinstated after conviction overturned
Gov. Ron DeSantis has reinstated a suspended Sumter County commissioner whose conviction on a perjury charge was overturned by an appeals court last year.
๐ข๏ธ How gas prices have changed in The Villages in the last week
The average cost for a gallon of gasoline is up 6 cents from a month ago but has dropped by about 1 cent over the past week, according to AAA and GasBuddy data.
โIf I had that much water Iโd be walking in mud:โ The Villages residents frustrated over high water bills
The 89-year-old showed News 6 her water bills. We noticed Miller typically used around 12,000-14,000 gallons of water a month, but one bill spiked to more than 35,000 gallons.
Construction on 40,000 square-foot pickleball facility in The Villages hits halfway milestone
Construction on a 40,000 square-foot, two-story pickleball facility in The Villages is halfway there.
Sex in the village? Hereโs why residents in The Villages put loofahs on their vehicles
In recent years, itโs become a well-known joke that some residents of The Villages have been seen with loofahs attached to their vehicles. But why is that?
โฝ How gas prices have changed in The Villages in the last week
The national average for gasoline has gone up about 10 cents from a week ago as American drivers enter the time of year when they can expect seasonal price increases at the gas pump.
Seeking a unique dining experience in The Villages? Experts share their suggestions.
Whether itโs a regular weeknight, youโre enjoying a special occasion, or maybe youโre even enjoying a staycation or vacation, mealtimes are almost always a daily topic of discussion.
โLoofah Code:โ Why do residents in The Villages put these bath products on their vehicles?
In recent years, itโs become a well-known joke that some residents of The Villages have been seen with loofahs attached to their vehicles. But why is that?
Here are a handful of reasons why youโll want your next gathering to be held in The Villages
If youโve been to The Villages, you probably know thereโs a lot to do, and you likely know itโs a great area for anyone.
WWE wrestler Liv Morgan arrested during Florida traffic stop, faces marijuana possession charges
Gionna Daddio, better known as WWE wrestler โLiv Morganโ with over 2 million followers on Instagram, was arrested and accused of felony marijuana possession.
Effective therapies that work when mainstream medicine fails
Conventional medicine like drugs and surgeries donโt always work, or can come with painful side effects. Thatโs why some people turn to alternative treatments.
The Villages man crashes into staff after not being allowed into car show
A car show staff member explained that Anthony Guerra, 76, had gotten โbelligerentโ after being refused entry into the show, an affidavit says.
Chase Bank tells retired postal worker โWe are unable to help youโ
Chase Bank officials contacted retired Indiana postal worker Robert Wolfe Thursday afternoon to tell him they would be unable to retrieve his funds lost in a text message scheme.
Retired postal worker in Florida โscammedโ by Chase Bank security imposters
A retired postal worker living in The Villages said imposters posing as Chase Bank security employees cost him $11,000 in less than three minutes.
๐๏ธWin a 2-night stay at Waterfront Inn, dinner for 2 at Ameliaโs
Are you ready for a getaway that's all about relaxation, fun, and Florida's glorious weather? Look no further than the Waterfront Inn in the beautiful Villages, Florida!
Law enforcement gathers at The Villages due to โbarricaded subjectโ
Deputies said that law enforcement agents were responding to the area of NE 108th Circle and NE 89th Drive due to reports about the barricade.
โHeroic:โ Video shows good Samaritan stopping suspected carjacker at Starbucks in Florida
Video released Wednesday shows a good Samaritan help deputies arrest a man accused in a home invasion and carjacking in The Villages.
Man steals car during home invasion in The Villages, crashes it in Ocala, deputies say
A 39-year-old man faces several charges related to a Tuesday morning home invasion in Sumter County, according to law enforcement officials.
Man, 77, meant to sell ill-gotten erectile drugs in sprawling Florida retirement community, feds say
Federal authorities have arrested a 77-year-old man for allegedly buying more than $1,800 in erectile dysfunction drugs without a prescription and intending to sell them in the massive central Florida retirement community The Villages and elsewhere.
Florida man faces charges in Villages black market erectile dysfunction drug case
A man from The Villages is facing a year in prison for allegedly stockpiling erectile dysfunction medications and is accused of planning to distribute them.
Infrared drones responsible for saving over 20 lives in Sumter County
Most Central Florida law enforcement agencies have purchased drones because they've found they cannot do without them. Even Sumter County is investing in the newest and best drones.
The Villages man wins $1M prize from Florida Lottery scratch-off game
A 66-year-old man living in The Villages won a $1 million prize from the Florida Lotteryโs โA YEAR FOR LIFE SPECTACULARโ scratch-off game, according to a news release.
Sumter man accused of fatally beating senior at country club parking lot
A man from The Villages has been arrested after a senior died from his injuries due to a beatdown at a nearby country club, according to the Sumter County Sheriffโs Office.
The Villages homeowner rescued after running into burning house, firefighters say
Firefighters in The Villages released a statement ahead of the weekend that describes what they saw when responding to a burning home in Linden late last month.
WATCH: โSolutionaries: Alternative medicineโ | Effective therapies that work when mainstream medicine fails
Conventional medicine like drugs and surgeries donโt always work, or can come with painful side effects. Thatโs why some people turn to alternative treatments.
The Villages golf cart bridge over SR-44 closed for inspection after vehicle strike, sheriffโs office says
The Chitty Chatty Golf Cart Bridge, acquainted with drivers on State Road 44 as an iconic piece of signage for The Villages, is closed until further notice following a vehicle strike, according to the Sumter County Sheriffโs Office.
More details released after Applebeeโs customer fatally shoots man inside The Villages restaurant
Lady Lake police released new details on Monday regarding the investigation into the fatal shooting of a man at an Applebeeโs restaurant in The Villages late last month.
Applebeeโs patron shoots, kills man inside The Villages restaurant, police say
Police say a patron at an Applebeeโs in The Villages shot and killed a man who entered the restaurant after he was involved in another shooting.
Pour decision: Woman steals 8 bottles of champagne from liquor store in The Villages
The Sumter County Sheriffโs Office is seeking the publicโs help locating a woman they said lifted 8 bottles of champagne from a Walmart in the Villages.
Silver Alert issued for 87-year-old man missing out of The Villages
A Florida Silver Alert was issued Thursday for an 87-year-old man missing out of The Villages who may be driving north, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
WATCH LIVE: Gov. DeSantis to discuss โFlorida Blueprintโ at The Villages
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to speak at an event in The Villages on Tuesday evening to discuss the "Florida Blueprint."
โI can be me:โ Cafe in The Villages helps caregivers, partners find mental health respite
An estimated 44 million Americans age 18 and older provide unpaid assistance and support to older people and adults with disabilities.
Man killed, 3 seriously injured in crash on CR-466 in The Villages, FHP says
A 27-year-old man was killed and three others were seriously injured in a three-vehicle crash on County Road 466 in The Villages, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
โTotes Legitโ tipster found 282 possible voter fraud cases in Florida; few prosecuted outside The Villages
Using electronic data extracted from those voter rolls, โTotes Legit Votesโ provided Florida elections officials with the names of 282 people who appeared to have voted in both Florida and at least one other state, emails reviewed by News 6 reveal.
State Road 100 reopens after crash in Flagler County, sheriffโs office says
A crash in Bunnell on Saturday forced lane closures on State Road 100 West, according to the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office.
Local church works to bring smiles to thousands of children around the world this holiday season
Volunteers pack shoeboxes of toys and school supplies to send off for Operation Christmas Child
Man delivering newspapers in The Villages struck by own van, suffers fatal fall, FHP says
A 76-year-old man delivering newspapers in The Villages suffered fatal injuries Sunday morning when he was struck by the door of a van he exited without placing in park first, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.