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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.
Man pleads guilty in Florida to making hundreds of nationwide ‘swatting’ calls
Read full article: Man pleads guilty in Florida to making hundreds of nationwide ‘swatting’ callsIn a release, DOJ officials said that the man — Alan Filion, 18 — admitted to making over 375 swatting and threat calls between August 2022 and January 2024.
FEMA pop-up support center opens in Sanford following Hurricane Milton
Read full article: FEMA pop-up support center opens in Sanford following Hurricane MiltonSeminole County residents can now register for disaster recovery assistance at a newly opened FEMA pop-up registration site at the Westside Community Center in Sanford.
Seminole County pizzeria faces financial hardship after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Seminole County pizzeria faces financial hardship after Hurricane MiltonWith one location in Lake Mary, Diaz expanded to downtown Sanford just over a year ago. In recent weeks, he’s found himself facing significant financial challenges.
Here’s the latest on flooding along the St. Johns River after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Here’s the latest on flooding along the St. Johns River after Hurricane MiltonMany communities along the St. Johns River are still dealing with major flooding. Predictions show the water levels could soon drop — very slowly.
Sanford Brewing Company goes cash-only, pays staff directly amid uncertainty about future
Read full article: Sanford Brewing Company goes cash-only, pays staff directly amid uncertainty about futureSanford Brewing Company embarked on a weekend of all-day happy hour and cash-only sales that went directly to employees amid concerns over the future.
‘Substantial threat to public health:’ City of Sanford files lawsuit over 1,4-dioxane in drinking water
Read full article: ‘Substantial threat to public health:’ City of Sanford files lawsuit over 1,4-dioxane in drinking waterOfficials in Sanford have filed a lawsuit against the companies it believes are responsible for contaminating the city’s water.
Assesses State Road 46 construction confusion
Read full article: Assesses State Road 46 construction confusionThe section of State Road 46 west of French Ave is experiencing a major transformation, but with construction cones, barrels, and shifting lanes, it’s clear that drivers are facing challenges navigating the area.
Less humid, breezy in Central Florida while rising water levels cause concern. Here’s the weekend setup
Read full article: Less humid, breezy in Central Florida while rising water levels cause concern. Here’s the weekend setupAs Central Florida continues to deal with flood concerns, a cool and breezy weather pattern is providing some temporary relief. While the absence of rain is promising for those dealing with flood aftermaths, residents in affected areas are warned to remain prepared for further rises in water levels.
A Florida hospital is using a Tiger Dam for protection from Hurricane Milton flooding
Read full article: A Florida hospital is using a Tiger Dam for protection from Hurricane Milton floodingTo help ensure safety and care for patients, HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital is installing a Tiger Dam Flood Barrier around the facility.
WATCH LIVE AT 4 P.M.: Seminole County to provide update ahead of Helene
Read full article: WATCH LIVE AT 4 P.M.: Seminole County to provide update ahead of HeleneWater levels are high and concerning in Seminole County as residents wait to see what Hurricane Helene brings. The St. Johns River near Lake Monroe is already inches below the action stage from the summer storms a few weeks ago.
Central Florida Zoo to host sundown celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month
Read full article: Central Florida Zoo to host sundown celebration for Hispanic Heritage MonthThroughout the summer, the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens has hosted special events dedicated to cultural enrichment, and the final Sunset at the Zoo will be a celebration of Hispanic heritage.
TIMELINE: Ownership changes, struggles of Seminole Towne Center
Read full article: TIMELINE: Ownership changes, struggles of Seminole Towne CenterThe beleaguered Seminole Towne Center has a new owner, just months after another group purchased the mall with promises of revitalizing the aging property.
2 teens indicted, will be prosecuted as adults in man’s ‘senseless’ shooting death over headphones in Sanford
Read full article: 2 teens indicted, will be prosecuted as adults in man’s ‘senseless’ shooting death over headphones in SanfordTwo boys, ages 15 and 17, have been indicted on attempted robbery and first-degree murder charges in the fatal shooting of a man who Sanford police say was killed while trying to sell a pair of headphones.
Seminole High School bolstered with law enforcement amid rumored, potential threat
Read full article: Seminole High School bolstered with law enforcement amid rumored, potential threatSeminole High School will see an increased presence of law enforcement on Thursday amid what the school’s principals call a rumored, possible threat on campus.
Volusia County man who founded special needs program accused of sexually abusing children; more victims possible
Read full article: Volusia County man who founded special needs program accused of sexually abusing children; more victims possibleA Volusia County man who founded a special needs program is accused of sexually abusing minors, according to the FBI.
Sanford residents may soon be paying more for utilities amid proposed rate hike
Read full article: Sanford residents may soon be paying more for utilities amid proposed rate hikeIf the commission decides to approve the adjustments, the average utility bill for 6,000 gallons of water and sewer per month would see an overall increase of 7% to $86.34.
Woman behind dead body found in Seminole County pleads guilty, gets prison time
Read full article: Woman behind dead body found in Seminole County pleads guilty, gets prison timeYears after the body of a 30-year-old man was dumped in Geneva, the woman behind his murder has finally received prison time, according to prosecutors.
15-year-old arrested in fatal shooting over headphones in Sanford
Read full article: 15-year-old arrested in fatal shooting over headphones in SanfordA 15-year-old was arrested in the July fatal shooting of a 22-year-old man, who was killed while trying to sell a pair of headphones, according to the Sanford Police Department.
Seminole County election results in the Florida Primary on Aug. 20, 2024
Read full article: Seminole County election results in the Florida Primary on Aug. 20, 2024Supervisor of Elections, school board and city positions are just some of the seats up on the ballot in Seminole County for the statewide primary on Aug. 20.
Most of $1.3M stolen in Seminole schools phishing case to be recovered, superintendent says
Read full article: Most of $1.3M stolen in Seminole schools phishing case to be recovered, superintendent saysSeminole County Public Schools is in the process of getting much of the $1.3 million stolen last December by cybersecurity scammers will be recovered, according to the district’s superintendent.
Kids get into Central Florida Zoo in Sanford free ahead of school starting up
Read full article: Kids get into Central Florida Zoo in Sanford free ahead of school starting upThere’s only 14 days left in summer vacation before school comes along to end it. So for parents looking for one more kids’ outing, Central Florida Zoo is offering free tickets.
Sanford police crack down on drivers making this illegal maneuver to avoid I-4 traffic
Read full article: Sanford police crack down on drivers making this illegal maneuver to avoid I-4 trafficIf you’ve ever sat in traffic on Interstate 4 during rush hour in Seminole County, maybe you’ve seen how some drivers take the exit ramp down to State Road 46 and then illegally cross the road to get back onto I-4 eastbound.
Have you seen the giant ‘Moonman’ along I-4? Here’s where it came from
Read full article: Have you seen the giant ‘Moonman’ along I-4? Here’s where it came fromDrivers heading west along Interstate 4 through Seminole County might have caught a glimpse of this large astronaut statue during their commute.
Hollerbach’s German Restaurant offers dementia-friendly dining experience with new partnership
Read full article: Hollerbach’s German Restaurant offers dementia-friendly dining experience with new partnershipA local organization is partnering with restaurants to provide a comfortable dining experience for people living with dementia and their caregivers.
Another lawsuit filed in shooting that wounded 10 at Sanford event venue
Read full article: Another lawsuit filed in shooting that wounded 10 at Sanford event venueAnother lawsuit has been filed following a shooting at a Seminole County event venue in which 10 people were hurt, including an NFL player.
That squirrel can waterski: Twiggy back to work after retirement
Read full article: That squirrel can waterski: Twiggy back to work after retirementTwiggy the waterskiing squirrel got her start in Sanford in 1979. Since then she has appeared in several movies, a music video and performed at the X Games.
Student arrested after gun found on Seminole High School campus
Read full article: Student arrested after gun found on Seminole High School campusA student was arrested during the summer session at Seminole High School after someone tipped off investigators that they had brought a weapon to campus, according to officials.
‘He wasn’t worried about gators:’ Man says victim refused help before being bitten by alligator in Seminole County
Read full article: ‘He wasn’t worried about gators:’ Man says victim refused help before being bitten by alligator in Seminole CountyA man who was bitten by an alligator in Lake Monroe this weekend refused help getting out of the water, according to a fisherman who says he tried to get the man out.
‘There is no justice:’ Seminole County murder victim’s family pleads for change to stop gun violence
Read full article: ‘There is no justice:’ Seminole County murder victim’s family pleads for change to stop gun violenceThe family of a man who was murdered at a Seminole County apartment complex nearly two years ago hopes telling his story will make a difference.
Sanford branch of Seminole County Library reopens after storm damage
Read full article: Sanford branch of Seminole County Library reopens after storm damageWednesday night's severe weather caused significant damage to the North Branch of the Seminole County Library in Sanford, forcing it to close as crews work to clean up.
2nd person not charged in Cabana Live mass shooting, state attorney’s office says
Read full article: 2nd person not charged in Cabana Live mass shooting, state attorney’s office saysThe state will determine if a 21-year-old man will face charges in a shooting that left 10 injured at a Seminole County event venue in April, sheriff’s officials said on Thursday.
Man’s arrest in Georgia marks 2nd in connection with fatal shooting in Sanford, police say
Read full article: Man’s arrest in Georgia marks 2nd in connection with fatal shooting in Sanford, police saySanford police announced a second arrest in connection to a shooting in April that stemmed from an alleged drug deal and led to the death of a 17-year-old boy.
New Seminole County domestic violence service center helps victims. Here’s what it offers
Read full article: New Seminole County domestic violence service center helps victims. Here’s what it offersNews 6 gets an inside look at a new service center for victims of domestic violence in Seminole County.
Seminole County advocates push for free postage on vote-by-mail ballots
Read full article: Seminole County advocates push for free postage on vote-by-mail ballotsVoting rights advocates in Seminole County said they are on a mission and are urging the Board of County Commissioners to provide paid postage on mail-in ballots for the 2024 election.
‘Night of the Tornadoes:’ This was Florida’s deadliest outbreak. Could it happen again?
Read full article: ‘Night of the Tornadoes:’ This was Florida’s deadliest outbreak. Could it happen again?The worst outbreak of tornadoes in the state’s history broke out over 20 years ago — an incident dubbed the “Night of the Tornadoes.”
SOLD: Seminole Towne Center gets new owner, who wants BIG changes
Read full article: SOLD: Seminole Towne Center gets new owner, who wants BIG changesIn an exclusive interview with the new owner of Seminole Town Center, Felix Reznick says he is going to move quickly to revitalize the struggling mall.
New rules for special events implemented in Seminole County following Cabana Live shooting
Read full article: New rules for special events implemented in Seminole County following Cabana Live shootingSheriff Lemma said Cabana Live did not have the proper permit in place to host the party that was advertised on social media as the "Nobody Leaves Sober" pool party.
16-year-old charged as adult in shooting at Cabana Live near Sanford, faces 5 counts of attempted murder
Read full article: 16-year-old charged as adult in shooting at Cabana Live near Sanford, faces 5 counts of attempted murderThe teen suspect in a shooting that injured 10 people at Cabana Live last month is expected to appear in court.
‘Flying research laboratory:’ Inside the Hurricane Hunter plane that flies into storms to keep us informed
Read full article: ‘Flying research laboratory:’ Inside the Hurricane Hunter plane that flies into storms to keep us informedHurricane experts, scientists and crew members were at the Sanford International Airport Friday for the 2024 NOAA Hurricane Awareness Tour.
Trooper Steve checks out new tax collector office in Sanford
Read full article: Trooper Steve checks out new tax collector office in SanfordAny time that a county is expanding their tax collector office, I’m game. Join me today to learn about its new location and, of course, the resources that they will provide.
Sanford police seek 2 suspects in drug-deal-turned-robbery that led to shooting death of 17-year-old
Read full article: Sanford police seek 2 suspects in drug-deal-turned-robbery that led to shooting death of 17-year-oldA drug deal that turned into a robbery led to the shooting death of 17-year-old Sadarion Cosby in Sanford, police said on Tuesday.
Sanford restaurant where 10 were shot did not have proper permits. County deciding next steps
Read full article: Sanford restaurant where 10 were shot did not have proper permits. County deciding next stepsSeminole County leaders are now discussing the next steps in the wake of the shooting at Cabana Live over the weekend.
Top Hat Catering offers reasonable rates while helping feed thousands of Seminole County seniors
Read full article: Top Hat Catering offers reasonable rates while helping feed thousands of Seminole County seniorsChef Delaño Lambertclare has dedicated nearly two decades to helping seniors across Seminole County get nutritious meals for free.
17-year-old girl shot in head, another wounded in Sanford drive-by, police say
Read full article: 17-year-old girl shot in head, another wounded in Sanford drive-by, police sayPolice told News 6 that the shooting happened near Scott Drive, leaving one person with minor injuries and another with critical injuries.