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Attractions: Best Fests

Attending Lake and Sumter festival attractions is a great way for festivalgoers to have fun while supporting local causes, businesses. Photos: Nicole Hamel The local festival scene is rich in history and accolades. From a list of the top 200…

Local Talent: Talented artisan

Carolyn Wood brings beauty, freshness, and new life to old furniture pieces. Photo: Nicole Hamel Just as a cosmetic surgeon does makeovers to enhance one’s appearance, Carolyn Wood does the same by bringing a fresh new look to old, outdated…

Bourbon, BBQ & Bustin’ Clays Event

Photos: Anthony Rao At Blackjack Sporting Clays in Sumterville, firearm enthusiasts squinted down the barrel of their shotguns and pulled the trigger. Clay targets shattered in the air and showered the ground like a million fire sparks. This was the…

Ski Beach Bar & Restaurant Kick-Off

Photos: Nicole Hamel Ski Beach Bar & Restaurant construction kick-off on Nov. 17 was attended by hundreds of people eager for a glimpse of what they can expect when Leesburg’s first Lakeside venue opens in the summer of 2022. Guests…

Local Talent: Magical charm

Former dental hygienist Lori Brenneman finds joy in creating jewelry pieces that leave customers feeling happy. Photo: Nicole Hamel The tagline line “Treat Yourself to Magic” can be found in Lori Brenneman’s small 10-by-9-foot shop where she makes and displays…

Night Under the Lights Event

Photos: Cindy Peterson Odicci Alexander, the 2021 NCAA Pitcher of the Year for Softball, was the guest of honor at a Nov. 10 benefit at the Venetian Center in Leesburg. The fundraiser was hosted by Eustis High School Panther Softball,…

2021 Taste of South Lake & Business Expo

Photos: Nicole Hamel Hundreds flocked to the South Lake Chamber of Commerce’s 10th annual Taste of South Lake and Business Expo on Nov. 4 at Clermont’s Waterfront Park. There, guests were invited to meet with more than 30 business vendors,…

Attractions: Pivotal moves

Go it electric for a fun and adventurous way to explore Mount Dora. Photos: Nicole Hamel Segway of Central Florida, located in downtown Mount Dora, recently changed hands, but the service, products, and opportunity for unforgettable experiences it offers, have…

2021 Leesburg Craft, Beer, Wine, & Food Festival

Photos: Nicole Hamel Leesburg Towne Square was the site for the enjoyable and popular Craft Beer, Wine and Food Festival on Oct. 15. There, guests strolled from station to station to savor over 25 different craft beers, wine, and a…

Attractions: Naturally invigorating

A Clermont boat tour company provides up-close views of the Clermont Chain of Lakes’ unspoiled beauty. Photos: Nicole Hamel Glen Barclay and Nate Crawford have enjoyed fun and lucrative careers in the entertainment industry. As a musician and executive…