Wingstop Now Serving Up Flats and Drummies in Summerfield
SUMMERFIELD, FL (352today.com) – When we posted our list of new businesses that opened in the 352 in December, we missed a pretty good one: Dallas-based restaurant franchise Wingstop opened its third location in the Ocala area on Dec. 23, 2025. Wingstop is known primarily for–what else?–its wide spectrum...
Villager awarded $70,000 in cross battle wants to protect other homeowners
A Villager awarded $70,000 in his fight to keep his little white cross wants to protect other religious displays from homeowners from going through a protracted legal battle. The Community Development District 8 Board of Supervisors in November voted to settle with Wayne Anderson of the Village of Tamarind Grove, who...
Drinking leads to arrest of woman who allegedly punched man friend
Drinking led to the arrest of a woman who allegedly punched her man friend. Robin Lynne Carroso, 69, of Lady Lake, is facing a charge of battery following her arrest this past week by Sumter County Sheriff’s Office. When deputies arrived at Carroso’s home, they found a man who...
Florida moves to restrict SNAP items, gym-goers face new concerns, and a super moon...
Good evening, Central Florida. We’re closing out the day with the most important stories you need to know, along with a look at the weather ahead. High pressure continues to shift out as a cold front moves from the southeast toward the Sunshine State. Mostly clear skies are expected this evening, with temperatures...
Orlando Health Created New Care Models Amid Growth Outside Central Florida
Orlando Health Network created new care models in 2025 amid growth outside Central Florida, and the company’s annual report details how multi-state clinically integrated network generated nearly $544 million in healthcare savings since inception. Orlando Health Network established new value-based care models and...
Developer’s poor planning and desire to maximize profits puts pedestrians at risk
The concerns by many residents about the safety of pedestrians is a direct result of the Developer’s poor planning and desire to maximize profits. Most city and county government building codes around the country require developers to construct pedestrian sidewalks along streets in residential areas. I believe...
Bid documents shed light on demolition and rebuilding of Brownwood entrance
Bid documents are shedding light on the planned demolition and rebuilding of the entrance to Brownwood in The Villages. The District Office is seeking bidders for a “Brownwood Entryway Feature Replacement.” The project could cost as much as $300,000. A mandatory pre-bid conference is set for Jan. 21 at Brownwood. The...
Defense questions competency of lovesick Publix worker infatuated with manager
A motion has been filed questioning the competency of a lovesick Publix work who was infatuated with a female manager. Christian Michael Metevier, 25, who lives at 1509 E. Schwartz Blvd. on the Historic Side of The Villages, continues to be held without bond at the Sumter County Detention Center after violating a...
Disney Springs Lime Garage Closing Soon for Nearly Three-Month Maintenance
The Lime Garage at Disney Springs will soon close for an almost three-month-long maintenance for general structural repairs and updates. According to Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, the five-level garage will undergo structural repairs. It will be closed from January 12 through February 11, 2026. It will...
Ocala women qualify for Winter Olympics in Italy
The road to the Olympics runs through Ocala once again, with two hometown heroines having officially secured an opportunity to compete for gold in Italy next month. Speed skaters Erin Jackson and Brittany Bowe both officially qualified to compete in the 1,000-meter women’s races at the 2026 Winter Olympics....
