By James Combs
Here are the latest coronavirus numbers for Lake and Sumter counties
In the past 24 hours, new cases of coronavirus have appeared in Lake and Sumter counties. The number of cases in Lake County has increased from 14 on Wednesday to 22 on Thursday, and the number of cases in Sumter County has increased from 10 to 18 during the same time period, according to the Florida Department of Health’s COVID-19 Date and Surveillance Dashboard.
Here’s the latest breakdown of towns.
LAKE COUNTY
Leesburg: 7
Clermont: 5
Sorrento: 2
The Villages’ portion of Lake: 2
Mascotte: 1
Mount Dora: 1
Unknown: 1
Groveland: 1
Eustis: 1
Lady Lake: 1
SUMTER COUNTY
The Villages’ portion of Sumter: 17
Wildwood: 1
James Combs was a pillar of Akers Media Group since its inception in 2008. Over the years, he had the honor of interviewing Lake & Sumter County's most fascinating personalities, from innovative business owners to heroic war veterans, bringing their incredible stories to life. Throughout his career, James earned over 50 awards for writing excellence, a testament to his talent and dedication. In 2021, he was inducted into the Akers Media Group Hall of Fame. Sadly, James passed away in 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. His legacy of storytelling and excellence continues to inspire us all.
