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Fight fire with fire Lake County Fire Rescue received a $34,000 grant for protective gear

The Lake County Folk Festival moves through the city of Eustis with a local duo.

Pat Caracciolo. // Photo by Douglas Tyler Dog groomer and civic leader. Interviewer:

First woman student to earn industry certification in carpentry at Leesburg High School. Interviewer: Theresa

Halloween is a reminder of out-of-body experiences. Story: Chris Gerbasi Illustration: Megan Mericle Whatever happened

Emergency room doctor shares a first-time experience as an intern. Interviewer: Leigh Neely // Photo:

Senior at South Lake High School Interviewer: Chris Gerbasi // Photo: Nicole Hamel Vital Stats

The high cost of health care is an emergency situation. Story: Chris Gerbasi // Illustration:

Novelist Susan Carol McCarthy sets her fictional stories in historical Central Florida. Author Susan Carol

Bob Bunell Scoutmaster of the Year Award/Troop 299 Interviewer: Angela Love // Photo: Anthony Rao

Come sea for yourself: Coconut shrimp, crab cakes, oysters, lobster tail, and fish tacos are

The members of the Mount Dora Pipes and Drums bond over a Scottish tradition. Photos:

Love bacon? Aug. 20 is National Bacon Lover’s Day and a good reason to dig

Diane Travis. // Photo by Nicole Hamel Councilwoman and duathlete Vital Stats Born in Chicago;

Un-hot illustration of writer by: Megan Mericle Hotness is in the hands of the holder.

Tavares Middle School student puts her love of science to work. Interviewer: Theresa Campbell Photo:

Hannah Faughnan Leesburg High School graduate Interviewer: Leigh Neely // Photo: Nicole Hamel Born in Altamonte

Inquiring minds want to know (sort of) about these local stories. Story: Chris Gerbasi //

Commanding Officer Rob Robbins, foreground. Commanding officer with U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps