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Bikers are reserving their parking spots for the 28th annual Bikefest in downtown Leesburg.

Bikers & businesses ride into downtown Leesburg for annual Bikefest

Bikefest is back for its 28th year, luring in thousands of bike enthusiasts to downtown Leesburg.

1:36

Lake County1 day ago

Leesburg Bikefest is underway for its 28th edition. (Spectrum News 13/Sasha Teman)

Businesses gear up as bikers roll into Leesburg for annual Bikefest

Mayor Alan Reisman says this year’s Bikefest is expected to draw in a quarter of a million visitors and bike enthusiasts from across the country.

2:48

Orlando3 days ago

(File photo)

Burn bans now in effect for Flagler, Brevard, Seminole, Orange, Volusia and Lake counties

All of Central Florida ranks high on the Wildfire Danger Index, the Florida Forest Service reports.

Florida4 days ago

Lake County commissioners discuss a proposed immigration ordinance Tuesday. (Spectrum News/Massiel Leyva)

Lake County commissioner proposes unauthorized immigration ordinance

Proponents say the ordinance would make it easier for law enforcement to remove unauthorized immigrants in the county.

2:39

Lake County5 days ago

Boshell is thrilled to see the infant fruit on her nearly 100 acres of trees (Nicole Griffin/Spectrum News)

Orange grower says crops are thriving in dry weather

At Showcase of Citrus, they are thrilled to see the infant fruit on her nearly 100 acres of trees.

2:07

Lake County1 week ago

Vice Mayor Lori Pfister said she made the initial suggestion to council to raise the impact fees to help curb the growth happening in Tavares, because she doesn't want to see the city struck by mass development that leaves residents bearing the brunt by paying higher taxes. (File photo)

Tavares officials discuss raising impact fees amid 'extraordinary' circumstance

City leaders are considering an increase to impact fees to help pay for rising costs of municipal services as population booms in Tavares.

3:00

Lake County1 week ago

DEVELOPMENT MORATORIUM

Over a hundred City of Leesburg attend the city commission meeting. They’re listening to City Manager Al Minner as he gives a presentation about growth data. (Spectrum News/Devin Martin)

DEVELOPMENT MORATORIUM

DEVELOPMENT MORATORIUM

Leesburg commissioners strike down development moratorium

The vote was 4 to 1.

3:01

Lake County1 week ago

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Mount Dora Christian's Tanner Schick bending over backwards to repeat as a state champion in the high jump. Not only he wants another title, but wants to set a new school record in the event. (Spectrum News/Nick Allen)

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Mount Dora Christian's Tanner Schick looking to defend his state championship in the high jump

Tanner Schick is one of the best high jumpers in the state. He won the state championship last year and is looking to repeat that feat.

1:48

Lake County2 weeks ago

Orlando Health (file photo)

More than 60 Central Florida hospitals to participate in a large mass casualty exercise

Exercises will take place at hospitals in Brevard, Indian River, Lake, Martin, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, St. Lucie, and Volusia counties.

Orlando2 weeks ago

A mulch fire smolders at the Lake County Solid Waste Facility in Tavares. (Courtesy: Lake County)

Tavares residents may see 'drifting smoke' due to mulch fire

Lake County Fire Rescue expects the mulch to smolder for at least several weeks.

Lake County3 weeks ago

Police say 10-year-old Xavier Williams was abused for months and ultimately died of his injuries. His mother, Kimberly Mills, and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, have been charged with first-degree murder in the case. Prosecutors announced Thursday that they would be pursuing the death penalty in the case. (Photo: Tavares Police Department)

Tavares couple to face death penalty on accusations of abuse and murder of 10-year-old boy

The boy's mother and her boyfriend are accused of abusing him for months before taking him to the hospital in February, where he ultimately died.

Orlando3 weeks ago

Aerial view of Graham Farms in Umatilla, Fla. (Spectrum News/Philip Petersen)

Florida lawmakers’ proposed budget includes $200 million for the citrus industry

The funds could help the remaining citrus farmers in Florida.

2:20

Lake County3 weeks ago

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

Lake County commissioners voted Tuesday to table the discussion on the proposed Heritage Green development in Mount Dora. (Spectrum News/Massiel Leyva)

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

Mount Dora residents express opposition to proposed subdivision

The development would involve the building of more than 250 new homes.

2:43

Lake County3 weeks ago

A picture of Xavier Williams, who was remembered Saturday in Tavares following his death in March. (Courtesy: Tavares Police Department)

Tavares boy Xavier Williams remembered at candlelight vigil

Xavier's mother and her boyfriend were charged in his death.

0:46

Lake County4 weeks ago

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY

The O.U.R. Girls Mentoring Program provides homework help, summer camps and college prep. (Spectrum News 13/Nick Allen)

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY

South Lake mentoring program building brighter future for girls

The O.U.R Girls program grows educational skills, offers summer camp and helps prepare participants for college.

2:25

Lake County1 month ago

Lake County Fire Rescue Deputy Chief of Operations Anthony Cuellar shares how they interpret the Keetch-Byram Drought Index and monitor dry conditions in their area. (Spectrum News/Brandon Spencer)

Lake County Fire Rescue shares what conditions can lead to a burn ban

Lake County Fire Rescue monitors the Keetch-Byram Drought Index to decide if a burn ban is needed or not.

3:25

Lake County1 month ago

Lake County has imposed a burn ban until further notice because of dry conditions. (File photo)

Lake County imposes burn ban until further notice

Conditions are dry because of a lack of rainfall.

Lake County1 month ago

FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS

Volunteers at New Beginnings food pantry in Clermont say anywhere between 50 and 100 families stop by every week, but they are busier during holidays. (Spectrum News 13/ Emma Delamo)

FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS

FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS

Clermont food pantry accepting donations after spring break wipes its shelves

Volunteers at New Beginnings say the food pantry was wiped dry during spring break, so they are preparing for summer.

2:19

Lake County1 month ago

Rhonda Steinel says she has to stop at every light when driving on Hancock Rd. (Spectrum News 13/Jerry Hume)

Lake County resident says Hancock Road signal timing needs adjusting

Lake County says they will review the signal timing on Hancock Road.

2:42

Lake County1 month ago

Courtesy: Nick Allen, Spectrum News

Leesburg city leaders approve multi-unit hangar building for their airport

The hangars will serve as a hub for new or growing businesses.

1:57

Lake County1 month ago

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Mary Ashbaugh works with her son George every day after school to ensure he gets his homework done. (Spectrum News 13/Brandon Spencer)

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Lake County parent concerned over President Trump's executive order to dismantle the Department of Education

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to start the process of dismantling the Department of Education.

3:52

Lake County1 month ago

FLOODING CONCERNS

Flooding in Astor following Hurricane Milton. (Spectrum News/Randy Rauch)

FLOODING CONCERNS

FLOODING CONCERNS

Lake County residents asked to fill out flooding assessment survey

Residents can also attend a public meeting on Tuesday, March 18 at 5:30 p.m. to voice their concerns.

2:59

Lake County1 month ago

OFFICER KILLING

Julie Sulpizio was indicted in the murder of a law enforcement officer, among other charges but a judge has deemed she is incompetent to stand trial. She is accused of the ambush attack of three Lake County sheriff's deputies, which killed one and injured three. (Lake County Sheriff's Office)

OFFICER KILLING

OFFICER KILLING

Judge rules woman indicted in death of a Lake deputy incompetent for trial

Circuit Judge Brian Welke ordered that she be transferred to a treatment facility until her competency is restored.

Lake County1 month ago

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

Evelisse Bookhout is a veteran who grew up as an at-risk youth. She says that’s why her heart is for the kids. (Spectrum News/Maria Serrano)

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

Nonprofit founded by Central Florida woman fills critical needs in Four Corners community

Evelisse Bookhout says she grew up as an at-risk youth so she started Hands of Hope America to help empower the community.

3:39

Orlando1 month ago

Damage across Lake Mary following strong storms Monday morning. (Spectrum News/Joh Ficurilli)

Watches and Warnings across Central Florida

Stay with Klystron 13 to monitor storms in your area.

Orlando1 month ago

MOUNT DORA PARKING

The City of Mount Dora have tried to use a free shuttle called Freebee to help with some of the parking woes downtown. (Spectrum News 13/Nick Allen)

MOUNT DORA PARKING

MOUNT DORA PARKING

Mount Dora continues to look into solutions to curb downtown parking problems

Mount Dora city officials say they're hoping to move forward on suggestions from a January workshop.

2:28

Lake County1 month ago

WHAT'S THAT SMELL?

Cheri Pivowar looks at the lift station she believes is the culprit of an odor being investigated in Mount Dora. (Spectrum News/Phil Peterson)

WHAT'S THAT SMELL?

WHAT'S THAT SMELL?

Lake County to assist Mount Dora in sniffing out odor issue

Residents in Mount Dora have been complaining for years about a "chemical-like" odor.

2:28

Lake County2 months ago

A water fountain in Leesburg, Fla. (Spectrum News/Chris Hare)

Leesburg commissioners cancel plans to add fluoride to water supply

In a city commission meeting Monday night, commissioners voted 4-1 to end the fluoride additive project.

Lake County2 months ago

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Veronica Peterson has been practicing on a softball field since she was six years old. In October last year, she decided she will be playing at Bethune-Cookman University at she graduates from East Ridge. (Spectrum News/Nick Allen)

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

East Ridge's Veronica Peterson has a lot of optimism going into junior year

Peterson led the East Ridge Knights in many stats last year.

2:36

Lake County2 months ago

Dozens of volunteer bagpipers prepare to entertain Mount Dora's highly-anticipated Scottish festival this weekend. (Spectrum News/Allison Walker)

5 things to know about the bagpipers at the Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival

Pipers and drummers are preparing to entertain visitors of highly anticipated Scottish Fest in Florida.

2:27

Lake County2 months ago

LOCAL COMMUNITY

Some descendants of the people buried in the Oak Tree Union Colored Cemetery of Taylorville, along with city leaders and community members, attend the cemetery dedication. (Spectrum News)

LOCAL COMMUNITY

LOCAL COMMUNITY

Restored historic Black cemetery in Groveland reopens

Oak Tree Union Colored Cemetery of Taylorville, which is located in Groveland, was officially dedicated and reopened on Friday.

3:31

Lake County2 months ago

ELECTION POLICY

In Lake County, these are return envelopes that voters use to send their ballots back to the supervisor of elections office. (Spectrum News/Maria Serrano)

ELECTION POLICY

ELECTION POLICY

Local election leaders propose changes to state law regarding vote-by-mail ballots

Officials say vote-by-mail requests have been decreasing.

3:04

Orange County2 months ago

Multiple law enforcement agencies at the scene of where two people died following a shooting and standoff with police at the Cottonwood Clermont apartment complex on Wednesday, Feb. 05, 2025. (Sky 13)

Police say suspect killed himself during standoff at a Clermont apartment

Police arrived at the Cottonwood Clermont Apartments to find a woman dead, when they say a man started shooting at officers.

2:15

Lake County2 months ago

Orange County Sheriff John Mina says he believes immigration enforcement should be handled by the federal government. (Spectrum News)

Orange County Sheriff John Mina weighs in on immigration enforcement

Mina says he believes immigration enforcement should be handled by the federal government.

2:40

Orange County2 months ago

Parking in the downtown area will be limited during this weekend's the Mount Dora Arts Festival. However, shuttles will be available.(Spectrum News/Nicole Griffin)

Mount Dora sets up for its 50th annual Arts Festival

The two-day event kicks off Saturday morning at 9 a.m.

2:34

Lake County2 months ago

While strawberries are a winter crop, Southern Hill Farms owner David Hill says they can be damaged by low temperatures. (Spectrum News)

Clermont farmers prepare to protect berries from harsh cold

With cold weather continuing into the weekend, some local farmers are concerned.

2:24

Orlando3 months ago

FLORIDA ON A TANKFUL

Learn about past presidents and White House history.

FLORIDA ON A TANKFUL

FLORIDA ON A TANKFUL

Clermont White House — Presidents Hall of Fame gives a glimpse inside the real landmark

Inside is a unique collection of White House facts, artifacts, photos, statues and miniature scaled models of the famous landmark.

3:03

Orlando3 months ago

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is seen with the Washington Monument, during the 9th Annual Wreath Laying and Day of Reflection and Reconciliation, in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Events to honor the MLK Day holiday across Central Florida

The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be celebrated with parades and festivals.

Orlando3 months ago

Mount Dora city leaders are set to meet about parking, which they say is one of the area’s most pressing issues. (Spectrum News)

Parking is top of mind for Mount Dora leaders with growing visitation

Mount Dora city leaders have already suggested several potential solutions ahead of their meeting Jan. 13.

3:01

Lake County3 months ago

Mount Dora city leaders are set to meet about parking, which they say is one of the area’s most pressing issues. (Spectrum News)

Mount Dora leaders to discuss parking solutions

The meeting is set for this Monday.

3:04

Lake County3 months ago

COLD WEATHER SHELTERS

Cold weather shelters are opening for much of this week in multiple Central Florida counties. (Spectrum News)

COLD WEATHER SHELTERS

COLD WEATHER SHELTERS

Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida

Volusia will open a shelter Monday through Wednesday, too. Temperatures are expected to dive into the mid-30s.

Florida3 months ago

Currently two lanes, officials say Hartwood Marsh Road is expected to be widened in the coming years. (Spectrum News/Jerry Hume)

Driver says relief needed on Hartwood Marsh Road in Lake County

A Lake County official said plans to widen the road are in place.

2:20

Lake County3 months ago

PRESIDENTS HALL OF FAME

Memorabilia from Former President Jimmy Carter's term sits on display at Clermont's Presidents Hall of Fame. (Spectrum News)

PRESIDENTS HALL OF FAME

PRESIDENTS HALL OF FAME

Presidents Hall of Fame in Clermont honors U.S. leaders, including late Jimmy Carter

The museum hopes to teach people about the men behind the presidential terms.

1:54

Lake County3 months ago

WILDLIFE HEALTH

Dead fish creating a stench for homewowners

WILDLIFE HEALTH

WILDLIFE HEALTH

Mystery fish kill has Lake Eustis residents concerned about the cause

Hundreds of fish are washing on the shore of Lake Eustis in Lake County.

2:17

Orlando3 months ago

Next week, Mount Dora will hold its 11th annual New Year’s Eve celebration, which will include a fireworks show launched from the city's docks. (Spectrum News/Ben Boocker)

More than 15,000 people expected in Mount Dora's NYE celebration

There will be street games, a live performance and a seven-minute fireworks display over Lake Dora at midnight.

2:28

Lake County4 months ago

JUSTICE FOR ALL

Lifelong Groveland resident Sam Griffin says he remembers visiting the Oak Tree Union Colored Cemetery of Taylorville. (Spectrum News)

JUSTICE FOR ALL

JUSTICE FOR ALL

Community races to save one of Groveland's Black cemeteries

The Oak Tree Union Colored Cemetery of Taylorville, now known as Groveland, was in danger of being erased until a community effort saved it.

Lake County4 months ago

A Lake County driver says County Road 561A doesn't have any shoulders to pull over on. (Spectrum News/Alex Adley)

Driver says County Road 561A needs shoulders in Lake County

Resident Elizabeth Taylor says the road is getting busier as Lake County grows.

Lake County4 months ago

Lake County crews work diligently to remove a record 500,000 cubic yards of storm debris. (Spectrum News/Brandon Spencer)

Lake County works to remove record amount of storm debris

Lake County officials say crews are working tireless to clear 500,000 cubic yards of storm debris.

Lake County4 months ago

FLUORIDE DEBATE

Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo speaks to the Tavares City Council at a meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024. (Spectrum News/Christopher Krul)

FLUORIDE DEBATE

FLUORIDE DEBATE

Tavares city leaders vote to remove fluoride from drinking water

The motion passed 4-1, with the only opposition being council member Sandy Gamble.

Lake County4 months ago

The Lake Eola Christmas tree in downtown Orlando, Friday, December 12, 2019. (Bryan Karrick/Spectrum News)

'Tis the season to celebrate the holidays in Central Florida

Places to go and things to do ring in the season

Orlando4 months ago

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