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Vibrant sunrise behind Briarwood Postal Station captured in The Villages
An early morning start behind the Briarwood Postal Station in The Villages offered a breathtaking view of sunrise clouds filling the horizon and reflecting across the water. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!
Official says The Villages should be upfront about rumored cuts in entertainment
An official contends The Villages should be upfront about rumored cuts in entertainment.
Brownwood hotel guest jailed after unruly night at town square
A guest staying at the Brownwood Hotel & Spa was arrested after allegedly drunkenly harassing diners and trying to start fights at a town square.
Longtime golf official returning to work for Developer at championship courses
A longtime golf official in The Villages has confirmed he is going back to work for the Developer at the championship courses.
Villager refuses to provide breath sample in DUI investigation
A Village of Calumet Grove resident was arrested on a drunk driving charge after police say he repeatedly ran red lights and ultimately grounded his car on a curb.
Suspect found hiding in wooded area after violent disturbance in The Villages
A 38-year-old man was tracked down by a drone and arrested Thursday night after he allegedly battered his girlfriend and another woman during a violent dispute in the Village of Bradford.
Residents urged to come out for National Night Out in The Villages
Stand with those who stand for us on National Night Out, right here in The Villages.
Woman found crying hysterically after argument over water bill turns violent
A 25-year-old man from Mexico is facing a battery charge and deportation after he admitted to striking a woman in the face during an argument over a water bill in Wildwood.
The Villages seems to be canceling a lot of popular events
A Villager is disheartened about some very popular events being canceled here in Florida’s Friendliest Hometown.
Laurence J. Donahue Jr.
Laurence Donahue Jr. and Mary loved to travel, driving across the country more than once, going on numerous cruises and enjoying many other memorable adventures.
Three more doctors out at CenterWell in The Villages
Three more doctors are out at CenterWell in The Villages as the health care provider continues to hemorrhage medical professionals at a critical rate.
Police ID 72-year-old pedestrian fatally struck by Lexus in Lady Lake
A 72-year-old man was killed Monday morning after he was struck by a Lexus while attempting to cross U.S. Hwy. 27/441 in Lady Lake.
Hilda L. Hartman
Hilda Hartman loved playing golf, reading, playing cards, meeting new people, and spending time with friends and family.
Sumter County should not be proclaiming a day to celebrate Charlie Kirk
A Villager is disgusted at the idea that Sumter County officials are proclaiming a day to honor Charlie Kirk.
Benjamin Jay Gras
Benjamin Gras will be remembered as a bright, funny, and hardworking man who brought joy and energy to every occasion. His impeccable sense of humor, big laugh, and famous bear hugs will be sorely missed.
Villager wants evidence thrown out in golf cart DUI case
A Villager arrested on a drunk driving charge earlier this year at Lake Sumter Landing is fighting to have the evidence against him thrown out of court.
Donna Heidenreich
was a passionate ballroom dancer. She could be found at many local events and competitions sharing her love for dance with others. Also a lifelong animal lover, Donna was an advocate for no-kill animal shelters.
Sorry to see the end of event for veterans in The Villages
A veteran shares his disappointment over the discontinuation of a popular patriotic event.
Messy legal standoff leads to closure of Stonecrest restaurant and golf course
The golf course and restaurant at the Stonecrest 55+ retirement community in Summerfield have abruptly shut their doors following a massive financial collapse that left employees unpaid and management resigning in protest.
Great egret catches dragonfly snack in The Village of Charlotte
This great egret decided to try the dragonfly hors d’oeuvres before diving into his main-course fish dinner at a pond in The Village of Charlotte. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!
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Rec Department wants Community Watch to keep up ID checks at pools
The Recreation and Parks Department wants to maintain stepped-up ID checks at neighborhood pools in The Villages, officially requesting that Community Watch continue its daily patrols.
What restaurants would you like to see come to Eastport in The Villages?
With Oak & Stone set to open this week at Eastport, and Tacos & Tequila Cantina and Peach Valley Café poised to open soon, we want to hear what restaurants you would like to see come to The Villages' newest town square.
Weight loss coach hires lady lawyer to fight allegations of fondling clients in The Villages
A Villages weight-loss coach accused of fondling female clients he urged to strip naked for weigh-ins has hired a lady lawyer as he prepares to fight the allegations in court.
Followup inspection ordered after numerous violations found at country club in The Villages
A followup inspection has been ordered after numerous violations were found at a country club in The Villages.
VAA art show in The Villages to benefit student art scholarships
The Visual Arts Association will host its Fall Show and Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Rohan Recreation Center.
Construction progressing at new Village of Green Hill Grove near Eastport
Work is moving forward at the Village of Green Hill Grove, a new residential neighborhood located within walking distance of the newest town square in The Villages.
Eastport is evidence that The Villages is changing
A Villager is disappointed that The Villages is so heavily focused on Eastport and ditching a veterans event at Brownwood.
Ambassadors for Sumter County Sheriff’s Office to hold first meeting at Everglades
Ambassadors for the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office will host their first meeting at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 at the Everglades Recreation Center.
Love the gate cart replacement plan but here’s one catch
A Villager loves the idea of the new gate readers but has one suggestion in the name of safety.
Don Kraemer
loved numerous outdoor activities including cross country and downhill skiing, snowshoeing, golfing and playing billiards. He enjoyed his motorcycles, and went on many rides.
Sumter Schools Teacher Store opens to support local educators
The Sumter Schools Enhancement Foundation was pleased to announce the opening of the Sumter Schools Teacher Store in Bushnell.
Josef Predatsch
was an avid bowler and kept at it until he was 91. He and Gerda loved to travel, and some of his happiest times were the cruises they took together.
Excited about Peach Valley Café coming to The Villages
A resident is excited that Peach Valley Café is coming to The Villages. Read more: Excited about Peach Valley Café coming to The Villages
Robert H. Larsen Sr.
Robert Larsen Sr. loved sports, boating, travel, and gathering with family and friends. A lifelong Boston Red Sox fan, he was proud to be a founding member of The Villages Red Sox Nation Club.
Woman gives ride to new man friend while unaware he’s allegedly toting drugs
A woman gave a ride to a new man friend who was found to have methamphetamine and a glass pipe in his possession during a traffic stop.
Joseph Elmer Peterson
Joseph Peterson had a 35- year career with Western Electric. Joseph was united in marriage to Beverly Ann Means, on February 7, 1957. Together they raised four children.
Don’t indulge grandchildren who want to drive a golf cart
A Villager, writing in an Opinion piece, wants to warn fellow residents who might think it’s cute to allow underage grandchildren to drive a golf cart.
Ricky Daniel Stallings Jr.
Ricky Stallings Jr. loved going fishing, catching a football or baseball game and spending his Saturdays watching UFC fights.
Residents can learn about the role of Community Watch in The Villages
Residents can learn more about the role of Community Watch in a meeting here in The Villages.
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Bald eagle takes flight near nest at Briarwood Executive Golf Course
An outing near the eagle nest at Briarwood Executive Golf Course captured a breathtaking moment as a bald eagle departed its perch with wings outstretched. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!
Eastport continues rapid growth with amenities, restaurants, new neighborhood
With the opening of a new restaurant, and construction progressing on the new Village of Green Hill Grove, development in and around Eastport is reaching major new milestones.
The Villages wants more golf cart parking in Spanish Springs
The Villages is looking to drastically expand golf cart parking at Spanish Springs Town Square
Ex-church leader back in jail after failing to come up with steeper bond
An ex-church leader accused of hiding a camera in the ladies’ room at his former house of worship is back behind bars after failing to post a substantially steeper bond.
MAGA in The Villages plans to rev up vote ahead of midterms
The Villages MAGA club is organizing a golf cart rally and parade to encourage residents to get out and vote in the 2026 midterm elections.
The Villages will cut ribbon on its newest recreation center
The Villages is getting ready to open the doors to its newest gathering place, Mustang Recreation Center.
Sumter County housing services office moving from Bushnell to The Villages
Sumter County Housing Services is relocating from the Garry Breeden Public Works Building in Bushnell to The Villages Sumter County Service Center in Wildwood.
Don Deakin to host Q&A meeting at Mulberry Grove Recreation Center
Don Deakin, who has been an involved resident of The Villages for more than 24 years, will host a Q&A meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at the Mulberry Grove Recreation Center.
Timing is everything when it comes to getting your flu vaccine
A flu vaccine is the best protection against the flu. Read more: Timing is everything when it comes to getting your flu vaccine
Clothing exchange results in arrest in bank parking lot in The Villages
A clothing exchange turned violent Thursday morning, resulting in an arrest in a bank parking lot in The Villages.
We should not be paying for other people’s mistakes
A Villager believes that gate crashers should be paying the price for the damage they do.
Don Mosure
was an active member of St. Timothy Catholic Church in Lady Lake, Don often volunteered at their food bank. Don was kind, gentle and loving, and devoted to his family. He was a good husband, father and grandfather and will be dearly missed.
Suspected shoplifter claiming she was hungry allegedly steals booze and candy from Circle K
A Summerfield woman with a history of theft allegedly stole alcoholic beverages and candy from a local Circle K.
Beverly Ann Louise Young
Beverly Young built a beautiful life filled with lifelong friendships and love for her family. She adored her husband, Gary, and lovingly embraced her bonus children and grandchildren, bringing her strength, care, and devotion into their lives.
Pulling the plug on Parady veterans event was a poor decision
A Villager is critical of The Villages’ decision to pull the plug on the popular Parady veterans tribute.
Janet A. Cisewski
Janet Cisewski listened to all of her favorite music, watched and cheered on the Green Bay Packers and all Wisconsin's team sports. She also loved cooking and spending time with her family and friends.
Wanted man rams SUV into deputy’s patrol vehicle at hotel in Wildwood
A Eustis man was arrested after ramming an SUV into a patrol vehicle and running to avoid being caught for a warrant.
Anne M. Hubler
Anne Hubler had a profound love for all animals, large and small, which famously included a local band of backyard raccoons she spoiled with 50-pound bags of Ol' Roy dog food.
My wife has mobility issues and we have worked out a great parking strategy
A Villager with a wife with mobility issues has found a great parking strategy. Read more: My wife has mobility issues and we have worked out a great parking strategy
Mary Florence Schenck
Mary Schenck was the kind of person who made sure the people she loved knew they were never alone. She brought people together, kept the family connected, and was truly the glue that held everyone together.
RJ Gator’s wants to expand popular outdoor seating area
RJ Gator’s wants to expand its highly sought-after outdoor seating area at Lake Sumter Landing.
Pair of Florida softshell turtles bask in The Village of Richmond
This Florida softshell turtle couple was seen hanging out together in the warm autumn sun at a pond in The Village of Richmond. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!
Sumter County plans to pay tribute to controversial legacy of Charlie Kirk
Sumter County officials plan to proclaim a "Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance" in honor of the slain activist.
Person of interest in golf cart thefts nabbed with drugs in The Villages
A person of interest in recent golf cart thefts was arrested after being caught with drugs while driving a golf cart on the Historic Side of The Villages.
Females spied on in restroom urge judge to raise bond for former church leader
An ex-church leader accused of hiding a camera in the ladies’ room at his former house of worship must come up with a $1.375 million bond or he will have to turn himself in Saturday afternoon at the Lake County Jail.
Odor control project will be launched this month at stinky landfill in Sumter County
An odor control project will be launched this month at a stinky landfill in Sumter County. Villages-News.com's Marv Balousek has an update.
Where is the residents’ voice in decisions like this?
A Villager, writing in an Opinion piece, wonders why The Villages doesn’t listen to residents when deciding to cancel a popular patriotic event.
Summerfield man jailed after allegedly pushing woman during dispute
A Summerfield man was arrested for battery after allegedly pushing a woman in her yard during a dispute.
The Villages shows lack of respect for veterans by canceling tribute event
A veteran blasts The Villages for canceling an annual tribute event aimed at honoring veterans.
Charles Innis
enjoyed sports, boating, travel, history, patriotism and music. He also enjoyed designing and woodworking projects.
Woman driving Audi arrested after cutting through parking lot to avoid red light
A Summerfield woman who was arrested for driving with a suspended license received more charges for narcotics found in her Audi.
Live Square Entertainment for Saturday, October 3
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End of the ‘window wave’ could be here at last in The Villages
The end of the "window wave" could be here at last in The Villages. Read more: End of the ‘window wave’ could be here at last in The Villages
Marjorie Gay Allen
Marjorie Allen enjoyed gardening, cards, golf, photography & photo albums, skiing, extensive genealogy and her friends - also travel in the U.S. and many places outside.
Villagers need to obey the 20 mph limit on multi-modal paths
A Villager contends residents need to obey the 20 mph limit on multi-modal paths.
James Joseph Dunn
James Dunn was the kind of man who could fix what was broken, lend a helping hand without hesitation, and make others feel welcome and cared for.
Wildwood woman flees on foot from police leaving flip flop near bag of marijuana
A Wildwood woman was arrested after running from an officer to avoid being charged with possession of marijuana.
Carolyn Lenora Hoppe
Carolyn Hoppe was a passionate Boxer enthusiast, Carolyn bred and raised champion dogs and served as president of The Villages dog club. She also loved gardening and jazz and played clarinet in high school.
How could The Villages do this to our veterans?
A resident cannot fathom why The Villages would have pulled the plug on Parady Financial’s annual tribute to veterans.
Richard Allen Barron
Richard Barron was involved in doing church maintenance and maintenance at the C.C.C. (Christian Care Center). He worked for twenty years at Shilo, a youth ranch.
Villager with dog in golf cart ends up in catfight at Circle K
A Villager who stepped out of a checkout line to watch her dog wait in her golf cart sparked a wild catfight at a Circle K in Florida’s Friendliest Hometown.
Live Square Entertainment for Friday, October 2
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Bald eagle takes flight in search of food in The Villages
A bald eagle launches from its perch among pine branches in The Villages. The dramatic action shot captures the raptor spreading its powerful wings as it swoops through the trees to hunt for dinner. Thanks to Sam Boatman for sharing!
Villager knocked from golf cart after crashing into tree on multi-modal path
A Villager was ejected from her golf cart after crashing into a tree on a multi-modal path that intersects with busy traffic.
Convicted golf cart thief barricades himself in home for sale in The Villages
A convicted golf cart thief was taken down by a Taser and pepper balls after barricading himself inside a vacant home in The Villages and then leading cops on a wild chase on a golf course.
New Peach Valley Café ‘coming soon’ to Eastport
Exterior signage is now up for Peach Valley Cafe, one of the newest dining concepts preparing to open its doors at Eastport in The Villages.
VHA leader hails reversal of controversial golf cart rule
The president of the Villages Homeowners Advocates is hailing the recent reversal of a controversial golf cart rule.
Motorcyclist lacking proper endorsement arrested near Brownwood
A motorcyclist living at the Hearty Host Lake Resort in Wildwood was arrested near Brownwood after he was caught riding without the proper license endorsement.
Pair arrested in theft of chihuahua from elderly man
A local couple landed behind bars after allegedly executing a brazen canine heist to "repossess" a Chihuahua they had previously used to pay off a debt.
Bicyclists are required to obey the rules of the road
Bicyclists have the same rights as other vehicles but they must also obey the rules of the road.
Speeding driver with unpaid child support stopped with suspended license
A Wildwood man was arrested after being stopped with a suspended license and a writ for child support payments.
Police should be handing out tickets to speeding golf cart drivers
A resident of the Historic Side of The Villages is asking police to be more aggressive in ticketing speeding golf carts.
Patricia A. McKessy
Patricia McKessy very much enjoyed being an active member of the Columbiettes where she made life long friends. For years, she enjoyed being part of the planning committee for the Brentwood St. Patrick's Day parade.
Woman suffers head injury when battle breaks out during birthday celebration
A Wildwood woman was arrested after allegedly battering a 61-year-old man on his birthday.
Jeffrey C. Blum
Jeffrey Blum especially enjoyed golf, trivia, The TV Nostalgia Club,The Classic Movie Lovers Club, The Borscht Belt Club and his Friday morning breakfast group.
Parking Patrol members (and their fans) need to MYOB
A Village of Woodbury resident responds to a recent letter expressing support for the Parking Patrol.
Bruce Thomas Brown
Bruce Brown had a love for music and enjoyed playing the piano, guitar, mandolin, and banjo.
DeSantis touts $20 billion investment to revitalize Turnpike from South Florida to Wildwood
Gov. Ron DeSantis is putting a $20 billion spotlight on Florida’s Turnpike, announcing a massive investment this week to widen the state's main toll artery all the way to Interstate 75 in Wildwood.