Banes, Cuba, passed away on January 20th, 2025. He was a proud Vietnam veteran who served his country with honor and dedication. He is survived by his three sisters, Miriam Padron, Mirtha Ruiz, and ...

A paraprofessional has been accused of abusing autistic students at a local school. Deborah Michelle Rand, 54, of Belleview, was arrested Monday following allegations raised by a kindergarten teacher ...

A Village of Fernandina resident says that research suggests that aging drivers, and not speed, may be the cause of accidents in The Villages. Read his Letter to the Editor.

Elena Bumbu was a remarkable and selfless caregiver, Elena was deeply committed to raising her children and grandchildren. She always sought ways to make a difference in their lives, hoping for ...

Hooters has officially broken ground for a restaurant in The Villages. Representatives from HMC Hospitality Group, the founders of the Hooters concept, held a ceremony this past week to celebrate the ...

A person driving a golf cart was injured after colliding with an automobile on a controversial roadway in The Villages.

This turkey vulture got a little too close to the bald eagle nest at Briarwood Executive Golf Course and was immediately chased away. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!

The Villages Community Development Districts (VCDD) are alerting the public to a growing scam where individuals are using “caller ID spoofing” technology to make it appear as if calls are coming from ...

A fingerprint scanner foiled a suspect’s attempt to lie about his identity to try to avoid arrest.

A driver with a suspended license was nabbed while traveling more than 30 miles per hour over the speed limit.

Gerard Leach was a very kind, intelligent, and never met a stranger. He enjoyed wood carving, playing golf and tennis. He enjoyed cooking.

This little scooter didn’t skimp on parking. Thankfully, a member of the Parking Patrol was on duty. Want all the latest news from The Villages delivered directly to your email inbox? Click here to ...