Community News
Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Seminole County
Seminole County Vehicle Fire: What We Know So Far
Seminole Fire Rescue responded to a reported vehicle fire near 113th Street N and 90th Avenue N, with no confirmed public details yet on injuries, cause or damage.
Seminole County Vehicle Fire: What We Know So Far
A vehicle fire was reported near 113th Street North and 90th Avenue North in Seminole County, with no additional official details yet released.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
St. Johns County: Report to Courtroom Annex for July 13 Jury Duty
St. Johns County jurors summoned for July 13 should report to the Courtroom Annex at the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center. The event runs 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Temple Terrace Hiring Building Maintenance Tradesworker
Temple Terrace seeks a Building Maintenance Tradesworker to repair and maintain city facilities. The position pays $23.33-$25.66 hourly and requires one year of trade experience.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
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Saturday, May 30, 2026
Maitland Police Earns Highest State Accreditation
The Maitland Police Department earned the Florida Police Chiefs Association's highest accreditation level, recognizing the department's compliance with rigorous professional standards.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Car Heat Can Kill in Minutes — Here's What Oviedo Residents Should Know
Car interiors can reach 140 degrees in minutes during summer heat. Oviedo residents should check backseats and place essentials in the rear seat to prevent tragedy.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Orange County Program Helps Residents Protect Springs and Save on Septic Repairs
An Orange County program helps residents with failing septic systems, saving them money on repairs and protecting local springs.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Casselberry Prepares for Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Approval
Casselberry is moving forward with its Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, a collaborative effort requiring two public hearings before final approval.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Altamonte Springs Opens Federal Procurement Hub for International Companies
Altamonte Springs opened a federal procurement center to help international companies navigate Buy America compliance and access billions in annual U.S. government investment.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
William Watts Appointed Longwood City Manager
William Watts takes over as Longwood City Manager after serving as the city's Deputy Fire Chief. He previously led emergency operations for Maitland.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Sanford Residents Should Trim Trees Before Storm Season, Not During Warnings
Sanford residents should trim trees during calm weather, not as storms approach. Branches piled on curbs during hurricanes can become dangerous projectiles in high winds.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Maitland to Rebuild Sandspur Road Starting Late June
Maitland will close Sandspur Road from Bucher Road to Hope Road for up to five weeks starting in late June for reconstruction and sidewalk repairs. The project will remove problematic trees before rebuilding the roadway.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Maitland Extends Independence Lane in June, Adding 600 Feet of Downtown Roadway
Maitland will extend Independence Lane by 600 feet starting in June, mirroring the brick-paved design of the existing downtown corridor.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Maitland Sinkhole Appears Stable; Wymore Road Repairs Could Begin Thursday
A sinkhole that swallowed Wymore Road in Maitland on May 15 appears stable after water tests. Orange County plans to begin repairs Thursday if conditions remain unchanged.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Maitland Sinkhole Stabilizes; Road Work Could Begin Thursday
Engineers say the 25-foot sinkhole on Wymore Road in Maitland has stabilized. Reconstruction could start Thursday.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Outdoor Play Sharpens Children's Physical and Social Skills, Experts Say
Experts say outdoor play strengthens children's physical skills, social abilities, and emotional resilience while providing hands-on learning about nature.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Boil Water Notice Remains in Effect for New Castle Lane
Oviedo residents on New Castle Lane between Artesia Street and Mactavandash Drive must continue boiling water after a water main repair. The precautionary notice affects 15 homes.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Sinkhole Closes Wymore Road South of Brightwater Circle
A 20-foot-wide sinkhole closed both lanes of Wymore Road in Maitland early Friday morning. Orange County is establishing detours while crews assess the damage.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Saturday, May 30, 2026