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Sumter County Government News
Published September 23Sumter County Helps Local Family Rebuild Their Home After Hurricane Milton
After Hurricane Milton destroyed their home in 2024, Levy and Shirley Lacey were forced to face the difficult reality of starting over.
Sumter County Government News
Published September 22Citizens Academy Offers Behind-the-Scenes Look at Sumter County Government
As the November 3rd, General Election approaches, important decisions are before voters, including Amendment 3. Understanding how local government works, how services are funded, and how those decisions affect your community is more important than ever.
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 14Nearly 600 books were banned from Florida schools last year
The removals were reported in just 10 of Florida’s 67 school districts. Three are in Central Florida: Orange, Polk and Sumter counties.
Lake & Sumter Style
Published September 11Flowers for Fathers Honors the Role of Dads in the Community
Founded in Leesburg, Flowers for Fathers Foundation, Inc. is working to support and celebrate fathers and father figures throughout Lake and Sumter counties. The organization was founded by James Edward III, who has spent years working with young people through the Boys & Girls…
Lake & Sumter Style
Published September 11The Natives Marks One Year in The Villages with a Luau
One year after opening as Harry & The Natives, the waterfront restaurant recently celebrated its first anniversary with a festive luau on Lake Okahumpka. The restaurant recently simplified its name to The Natives while keeping the same popular menu and hospitality that have…
Sumter County Government News
Published September 10WellFlorida Council Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Lake & Sumter Style
Published September 10Wildwood’s Kiwanis Cope Leads Wildcats to 3-0 Start
Kiwanis Cope has emerged as the heart of Wildwood Middle High School's defense this season. Kiwanis currently leads the team with 39 total tackles, including 17 solo stops, three tackles for loss and two interceptions. That success has helped Wildwood to their first 3-0 start to…
Sumter County Government News
Published September 10Using Text-to-911
The Sumter County Board of County Commissioners would like to remind residents and visitors that Text-to-911 is available throughout Sumter County during an emergency if making a voice call to 911 is not possible or could place someone in danger.
Sumter County Government News
Published September 10Cheech Needs a Home!
Cheech is ready to find his furever family and become the heart of a home of his own.
Sumter County Government News
Published September 04Sumter County Advises Community Members to Prioritize Mosquito Prevention Practices
Sumter County Mosquito Control is encouraging mosquito prevention practices among residents following recent rainfall that has contributed to an increase in mosquito populations throughout the region and for prevention purposes.
Sumter County Government News
Published September 04Labor Day Closure Notice
BOCC offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day!
Lake & Sumter Style
Published September 04Additional Lake, Sumter Agencies Suspend Automated License Plate Readers, Flock Cams
Law enforcement agencies across Lake and Sumter counties are suspending or ending automated license plate reader programs as privacy concerns and new state restrictions reshape the future of the technology. The rapid succession of announcements has also created confusion over…