Sumter county

Illegal Immigrant Arrested in Sumter with 36 Pounds of Marijuana!
In a string of recent drug-related incidents, Sumter County has found itself at the center of significant law enforcement activities. The most high-pr...

Target’s Retail Revolution: Eight New Stores Opening This Summer!
Target is gearing up for an exciting expansion as it plans to open eight new stores this summer, adding to its momentum for growth over the next decad...

Midlands Burglary Bust: Two Men Arrested in Sumter County Raid!
The hustle and bustle of everyday life in Sumter County took a troubling turn recently, as two men found themselves in hot water after a burglary inci...

Tropical Downpours Expected: Heavy Rain and Flood Risks Across Florida!
Yesterday afternoon and evening, Florida was drenched as scattered showers and thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall across the region. With an expecta...

New Yorker Arrested for Marijuana During Traffic Stop in Oxford
On the evening of July 15, 2025, a traffic stop on U.S. 301 led to the arrest of a New Yorker for marijuana possession. Melanie Palmieri, a 28-year-ol...

Unlicensed Driver Arrested for Ignoring Cop During Traffic Stop
In a clear illustration of the ongoing complexities within law enforcement, Gerson Eduardo Garcia Molina, a 27-year-old from Summerfield, was arrested...

Lake Technical College Secures $4.9M for New Workforce Center Expansion!
Lake Technical College Ramps Up Workforce Education with Legislative Support Lake Technical College (LTC) is making waves across Lake County, thanks t...

Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz': Controversy Brews Over Migrant Center
The construction of a new migrant detention center in Florida’s Everglades, dubbed „Alligator Alcatraz,“ is stirring up significant ...

Longtime Nursery Worker Arrested in Sumter County Faces ICE Hold
In a case that has sparked discussions around immigration policy and enforcement, Pedro Velazquez Hernandez, a 44-year-old nursery worker from Sumter ...

Laura Loomer's Shocking Alligator Comments Ignite Outrage Nationwide
On July 1, 2025, Laura Loomer, the controversial far-right activist and internet personality, stirred up a significant public outcry with her inflamma...