Flags lowered across Florida to honor late Sen. Lindsey Graham

Flags lowered across Florida to honor late Sen. Lindsey Graham

Florida is observing a weeklong period of mourning for U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, with state and federal flags lowered to half-staff following his death at age 71. Senator Graham, a longtime figure in American politics, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026. In recognition of his service, both the federal government and the state of Florida have ordered the lowering of flags to mark the occasion. President Donald Trump issued a proclamation mandating that all U.S. flags at public build

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Groveland Boil Water Notice Remains in Effect Following Lightning-Induced Power Surge

Groveland Boil Water Notice Remains in Effect Following Lightning-Induced Power Surge

Approximately 3,000 homes and businesses in northern Groveland remain under a precautionary boil water notice following a lightning-induced power surge that crippled the city’s water treatment operations earlier this week. The Sunshine Water Treatment Plant experienced a three-hour service interruption on the evening of June 29, prompting city officials to issue the safety directive as they work to complete necessary water quality testing. The disruption began at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Mond

17 days ago
Lake County Fire Rescue Promotes Firework Safety During Heatwave

Lake County Fire Rescue Promotes Firework Safety During Heatwave

Lake County Fire Rescue Urges Residents to Celebrate America's 250th Safely LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — As communities across Lake County prepare to celebrate the nation's 250th Independence Day, Lake County Fire Rescue is urging residents to make safety a top priority during Fourth of July festivities, reminding families that a few simple precautions can help prevent injuries, fires, and property damage. With fireworks remaining a centerpiece of many Independence Day celebrations, fire officials

19 days ago
Historic Tavares Welcomes America250 Monument

Historic Tavares Welcomes America250 Monument

Lake County Unveils America250 Monument, Honoring Nation’s Legacy and Local Heritage. TAVARES, Florida As communities across the United States prepare to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary, Lake County is marking the historic milestone with a tribute that connects America’s story to the people and places that helped shape it. County officials will gather at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, July 2, outside the Lake County Historical Museum in downtown Tavares to unveil the new America250 Monument,

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