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Illustration: Megan Mericle You’re not kidding anybody with those fake New Year’s resolutions. Happy New

Kevin Von Maxey. // Photo: Douglas Tyler A photo almost destroyed the language arts teacher’s

Mistletoe Trot The Mistletoe Trot 5K and 10K Race has been a holiday tradition for

Mike Palma and friend. // Photo: Anthony Rao Ventriloquist Mike Palma brings audiences to life

Zayna JeBailey. // Photo: Douglas Tyler Montverde Academy senior is passionate about humanitarianism. Vital Stats

Illustration: Megan Mericle These thoughts come from the bargain bin of the mind. Just in

 Kammy Chapman. // Photo: Douglas Tyler 2019 Teacher of the Year knows all the angles

Entertainer finds a gig and a husband in The Villages. Interviewer: Chris Gerbasi ≈ Photo:

Motorcycle enthusiast Interviewer: James Combs // Photo: Anthony Rao Age: 72 Resides in Leesburg. Has

Inventor of the Pediatric Heatstroke Prevention Device. Interviewer: Victoria Schlabig ≈ Photo: Douglas Tyler Vital

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Those feet were made for walking With cooler temperatures, it’s a perfect time to consider

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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