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The Venue Opens in Clermont, Plans Wedding Expo and Community Events

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
A new event venue has opened along U.S. Highway 27 in Clermont, adding another option for weddings, community gatherings and special events in South Lake County. The Venue, located at 2400 S. Highway 27, Building 1-101, opened under the ownership of local restaurateur and chef Uday Kadam, who is well known in the area as the owner of neighboring Guru Indian Restaurant.
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How unions pave the way to the American dream

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| NationofChange
Image Credit: Erik McGregor/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty Images This article was produced by the Independent Media Institute. Roxanne D. Brown is the international president of the United Steelworkers Union (USW). Marcelo Assis recalled how his family arrived in the United States about 35 years ago, “poor as hell”—yet certain that America offered the path forward that they’d never find in their native Brazil or anywhere else.
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How Unions Pave the Way to the American Dream

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| ZNetwork
Marcelo Assis recalled how his family arrived in the United States about 35 years ago, “poor as hell”—yet certain that America offered the path forward that they’d never find in their native Brazil or anywhere else. The following years brought ups and downs, with Marcelo serving as a combat medic in the Army and then falling disillusioned with low-paying nonunion work that held him back instead of helping him move ahead.
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How Unions Pave The Way To The American Dream

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| rozenbergquarterly.com
by: Roxanne D. Brown No Comments yet Roxanne D. Brown ~ Photo: USW.org 07-09-2026 ~ Marcelo Assis recalled how his family arrived in the United States about 35 years ago, “poor as hell”—yet certain that America offered the path forward that they’d never find in their native Brazil or anywhere else.
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Recovery Center Expands Partnerships, Services Six months After Opening in Mount Dora

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Six months after opening its doors in Mount Dora, Recovery Centers of America is working to build partnerships throughout Central Florida while expanding the range of services available to people seeking treatment for substance use and mental health disorders.
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Lost Faith in the American Dream? Join a Union.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Daily Kos Verified
Marcelo Assis recalled how his family arrived in the United States about 35 years ago “poor as hell”—yet certain that America offered the path forward that they’d never find in their native Brazil or anywhere else. The following years brought ups and downs, with Marcelo serving as a combat medic in the Army and then falling disillusioned with low-paying non-union work that held him back instead of helping him move ahead.
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Mount Dora’s Little Something Different Puts a Fresh Spin on Familiar Favorites

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
At first glance, Little Something Different feels less like a restaurant and more like someone’s eclectic living room. Colorful mismatched tables and chairs fill the intimate dining space. Chandeliers hang overhead. Paintings, antiques and whimsical décor create a cozy atmosphere that invites guests to settle in and stay awhile. That sense of comfort is exactly what owner and chef Nikki McIntyre hoped to create when she opened the Mount Dora restaurant in February 2025.
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Where to Celebrate Independence Day Across Lake and Sumter Counties

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Fireworks will light up skies across Lake and Sumter counties this Independence Day as communities prepare for a weekend of celebrations ranging from hometown festivals and patriotic ceremonies to live concerts and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re looking for a lakeside fireworks show, a parade or an evening of entertainment, there are plenty of ways to celebrate close to home.
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Alexander Springs Gives Visitors a Reason to Unplug with Snorkeling, Kayaking and Spring Runs

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Florida has no shortage of places to cool off, but there’s something about Alexander Springs Recreation Area that makes people slow down the moment they arrive. Maybe it’s the water, impossibly clear with shades of turquoise and emerald that look more Caribbean than Central Florida. Maybe it’s the way the spring stays a refreshing 72 degrees year-round.
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Custom Bags Handmade by Diane Bilyk are as Unique as the Women Who Carry Them

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Inside her home in The Villages, Diane Bilyk is usually surrounded by colorful fabrics, flowers, ribbons and ideas constantly spinning through her mind. That creative energy is exactly what led to ‘Purses to Di For,’ abusiness that’s become a favorite among women who discover her creations.
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Lake Minneola Student Corinne Vogel Takes Center Stage with Talent Far Beyond Her Years

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
15 years old Born in Lancaster, PA Raised in Minneola since the age of 3 Family: Mom, Dad, brothers Jayden & Sebastian. Incoming junior at Lake Minneola High School 4.2 GPA Favorite school subject: Science because I enjoy learning about the world around us and discovering how things work. I remember: Singing from a very young age. I was humming tunes before I could even talk.
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Whiskey Kitchen in Mount Dora Expands Outdoor Spaces, Entertainment

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Just over two years after opening its doors, Whiskey Kitchen has found its stride. The Mount Dora restaurant, known for everything from handcrafted pizzas and steaks to creative cocktails and live entertainment, recently unveiled an expanded front patio while continuing to grow the experiences that have made it a destination beyond dinner. For owners Edna and Louie Gonzalez, the restaurant represents more than another business venture.
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We Pay Our Fair Share. Why Don’t the Rich?

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| United Steelworkers Union
By Roxanne D. Brown USW International President United Steelworkers (USW) retirees in Granite City, Ill., held a birthday celebration of sorts on Aug. 14 to commemorate the 90th anniversary of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s signing of the Social Security Act.
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We Pay Our Fair Share. Why Don’t the Rich?

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Daily Kos Verified
United Steelworkers (USW) retirees in Granite City, Ill., held a birthday celebration of sorts on Aug. 14 to commemorate the 90th anniversary of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s signing of the Social Security Act. These activists, members of the Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR), delivered a birthday cake to a local member of Congress and posed for photos, all to send a message about Social Security’s importance and the need to protect this lifeline for seniors.
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Greed Costs Them $1.7 Billion A Year.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| United Steelworkers Union
By Roxanne D. Brown USW International President It’s exciting to watch workers find their voices and exercise their collective power after voting to join the United Steelworkers (USW). As they bargain for fair wages and working conditions, these new union members also burst with ideas for helping one another get better at their jobs. They strategize on how to make their workplaces more efficient and competitive.
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Greed Costs Them $1.7 Billion A Year.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Daily Kos Verified
It’s exciting to watch workers find their voices and exercise their collective power after voting to join the United Steelworkers (USW). As they bargain for fair wages and working conditions, these new union members also burst with ideas for helping one another get better at their jobs. They strategize on how to make their workplaces more efficient and competitive.
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Magical Meat Boutique brings World Cup energy to Mount Dora

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
The World Cup fans who showed up to Magical Meat Boutique on Friday night to watch Team USA beat Paraguay 4-1 came dressed, loud and ready. An early own goal by Damían Bobadilla of Paraguay got the crowd on their feet and the energy rarely settled after that. Many were dressed in USA gear and the youngest fan slept in a carrier for the match.
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Iconic Citrus Tower marks 70 Years with Huge Celebration Sunday

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Long before Clermont became known for rapid growth and attracting elite athletes from around the world, a towering landmark stood watch over miles of orange groves. For 70 years, the Florida Citrus Tower has overlooked a changing landscape, serving as both a symbol of Lake County’s citrus heritage and one of Central Florida’s most recognizable attractions.
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Lake County Looks to Balance Growth, Roads and Conservation in South Lake

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
As new roads rise from former pastureland and subdivisions continue spreading across South Lake, Lake County leaders say the future of the region will depend on finding a balance between growth, transportation and conservation. That balancing act was the focus of a recent presentation to the South Lake Chamber of Commerce’s May breakfast, where county officials outlined major road projects, long-range planning efforts and conservation initiatives designed to shape the area’s future.
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Lake County Volunteers Prepare for Hurricane Season Before Storms Strike

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
As hurricane season gets underway, a network of churches, volunteers, nonprofit organizations and county officials is already preparing for whatever the coming months may bring.
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Clermont Teen Creates Inspirational Rock Garden for Cancer Survivors

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Family members, friends and community supporters gathered Saturday afternoon at the Clermont Historic Village to celebrate a project designed to bring comfort, hope and awareness to others for years to come.
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Chef Warren Caterson Serves Knowledge, Laughs and Something Worth Tasting

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
1. Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until the rice is opaque. 2. Add in the garlic, onion, and turmeric and stir to mix well. 3. Slowly stir in the broth and raise the heat to medium-high. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mix to a boil, then turn the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid. Simmer for until rice is soft, about 18 minutes. 4. Remove the heat. Uncover the saucepan, lay a piece of paper towel over it, and then put the lid back on.
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Arcade Lights, Sports Simulators and a Steady Buzz of Activity Collide in Clermont’s Newest Entertainment Concept

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
More importantly, it keeps families local. “I can have a drink and food while they play, and everyone’s happy, without me having to take them somewhere in Orlando,” he says. That sentiment is exactly what Darren hoped to hear. While weekends are already busy, the team is building toward becoming a go-to for birthday parties, corporate gatherings and even field trips that could eventually tie in with nearby attractions. “That’s the real economic engine for it,” he says.
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Groveland Four Compensation Included in Finalized State Budget, Awaiting Governor’s Approval

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
A $4 million compensation package for the descendants of the Groveland Four is now one step closer to becoming law after lawmakers included the funding in finalized state budget negotiations over the weekend. Although separate compensation legislation stalled in the Florida House earlier this session, the funding ultimately remained alive through the state budget process and is expected to move forward if Gov. Ron DeSantis signs the proposed 2026–2027 budget.
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Crossing Guards Recognized for Protecting Lake County Students

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Under the shade of the Clermont Historic Village’s pavilion and trees Friday morning, crossing guards from across Lake County traded traffic for laughter, games, food and recognition during an appreciation picnic hosted by the California-based company All City Management Services (ACMS), better known to many as “The Crossing Guard Company.” The event honored the men and women who spend school mornings and afternoons helping children and residents cross busy roads safely throughout...
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New Heroes Memorial Park Dedicated in Minneola on Memorial Day

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
As the American flag slowly rose to half-staff Monday morning beside Lake Minneola, veterans stood at attention, families wiped away tears and passersby along the South Lake Trail paused to salute or quietly join the crowd gathered for Minneola’s Memorial Day observance and dedication of the city’s newly installed Heroes Memorial Park. The emotional ceremony at the May Griffith Gazebo (corner of W. Silverton St. & N Lake Minneola Dr.) marked the completion of a project years in the making.
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Support Pours In for Son of Leesburg Businesswoman After Polk County Graduation Denied

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
What began as heartbreak for one Central Florida family quickly turned into something much bigger. Jordan Tarver, an Auburndale High School senior and athlete who recently earned a football scholarship to Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College, was told he would not be allowed to walk at graduation following an altercation tied to what his family says was ongoing bullying and harassment.
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Lady Lake’s Wissthaven Property to be Featured on HGTV’s ‘Zillow Gone Wild’ Friday Night

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
A quirky, maritime-themed property tucked between busy roads and sprawling developments near The Villages is about to get national attention when Wissthaven appears on HGTV’s Zillow Gone Wild tomorrow. Owned by Margot Brewer and her husband, retired Pan Am pilot Hank Kiefia, the 14-acre property in Lady Lake caught the attention of producers because of its over-the-top nautical personality, unusual features and one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
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Why It’s Essential to Fix the USMCA

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| CounterPunch Verified
Photograph Source: The White House – Public Domain Nancy Duran Rodriguez took several pairs of work gloves to Mexico in 2025, intending to hand them out as a goodwill gesture to fellow union workers she met there. But Duran Rodriguez, a member of United Steelworkers (USW) Local 6787 in Burns Harbor, Indiana, discovered that some of her Mexican counterparts lacked even the most basic personal protective equipment to guard against heat, toxins, jagged objects, and other risks on the job.
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It’s Essential to Fix the USMCA

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| LA Progressive Verified
The USW and our allies will spend the next few months pushing officials in all three countries to adopt a more robust, effective USMCA. Nancy Duran Rodriguez took several pairs of work gloves to Mexico in 2025, intending to hand them out as a goodwill gesture to fellow union workers she met there.
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Why it's essential to fix the USMCA Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| MSN Verified
Nancy Duran Rodriguez took several pairs of work gloves to Mexico in 2025, intending to hand them out as a goodwill gesture to fellow union workers she met there. But Duran Rodriguez, a member of United Steelworkers (USW) Local 6787 in Burns Harbor, Indiana, discovered that some of her Mexican counterparts lacked even the most basic personal protective equipment to guard against heat, toxins, jagged objects, and other risks on the job.
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Why It’s Essential to Fix the USMCA

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| ZNetwork
Nancy Duran Rodriguez took several pairs of work gloves to Mexico in 2025, intending to hand them out as a goodwill gesture to fellow union workers she met there. But Duran Rodriguez, a member of United Steelworkers (USW) Local 6787 in Burns Harbor, Indiana, discovered that some of her Mexican counterparts lacked even the most basic personal protective equipment to guard against heat, toxins, jagged objects, and other risks on the job.
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Let’s Fix the USMCA Before It’s Too Late.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| United Steelworkers Union
By Roxanne D. Brown USW International President Nancy Duran Rodriguez took several pairs of work gloves to Mexico last year, intending to hand them out as a good-will gesture to fellow union workers she met there. But Duran Rodriguez, a member of United Steelworkers (USW) Local 6787 in Burns Harbor, Ind., discovered that some of her Mexican counterparts lacked even the most basic personal protective equipment to guard against heat, toxins, jagged objects and other risks on the job.
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Let’s Fix the USMCA Before It’s Too Late

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Daily Kos Verified
Nancy Duran Rodriguez took several pairs of work gloves to Mexico last year, intending to hand them out as a good-will gesture to fellow union workers she met there. But Duran Rodriguez, a member of United Steelworkers (USW) Local 6787 in Burns Harbor, Ind., discovered that some of her Mexican counterparts lacked even the most basic personal protective equipment to guard against heat, toxins, jagged objects and other risks on the job.
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Minneola Mayor Pat Kelley Announces Resignation After Nearly Two Decades

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
After nearly two decades in Minneola city leadership, Mayor Pat Kelley announced Thursday that he will step down later this month, citing family changes, a planned move outside city limits and his campaign for the Lake County School Board. Kelley said his resignation will take effect during the May 19 City Council meeting. Kelley was first elected to the City Council’s Seat 1 in 2007 before being elected mayor in 2009, a position he has held since.
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TAA Is a No-Brainer. Yet Here We Are Fighting for It.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Portside
TAA Is a No-Brainer. Yet Here We Are Fighting for It. Published May 7, 2026 Al King and other United Steelworkers (USW) activists spent much of the past year piecing together support for about 600 union miners in Minnesota laid off by Cleveland-Cliffs. He and leaders across the union collaborated to secure a 26-week extension of state unemployment benefits.
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Clermont PD Rolls Out E-Bike Patrols to Tackle Reckless Riding on Trails

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
As e-bikes continue popping up across Clermont’s trails and downtown streets, the city is rolling out a new way to keep pace with them, literally. The Clermont Police Department has officially added its first police e-bike to patrol the South Lake Trail, downtown Clermont and the waterfront area, giving officers the ability to catch up to riders who are speeding, riding recklessly or operating vehicles that are not actually legal on the trail system.
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Why Congress Needs to Bring Back Trade Adjustment Assistance

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| CounterPunch Verified
Photograph by Nathaniel St. Clair Al King and other United Steelworkers (USW) activists spent much of the past year piecing together support for about 600 union miners in Minnesota laid off by Cleveland-Cliffs. He and leaders across the union collaborated to secure a 26-week extension of state unemployment benefits. King, the USW Local 6511 president, helped to search for training and part-time employment opportunities to give his coworkers options as the layoffs dragged on.
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Dubai Chocolate Desserts Put Mount Dora’s Sweet Bites On the Map

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Inside the Mount Dora Marketplace, where shoppers drift between small storefronts and food stalls, Sweet Bites has quickly become a stop people talk about long after they’ve been there—mainly about going back for seconds. It usually starts with the strawberries. Chocolate-coated, piled high and finished with a glossy drizzle, the shop’s Dubai strawberry cups have turned into the thing customers come looking for, and the thing they bring friends back for.
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Mount Dora Taste Serves Up Local Flavor and Fan-Favorite Winners

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
The 25th annual Mount Dora Taste drew thousands to Sunset Park for a night that blended food, music and community into one lively waterfront celebration. Hosted by the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce, the event featured 25 participating establishments serving up everything from inventive appetizers to craft beverages.
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Help Wanted: Put A Fighter in Charge of the Labor Department.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| United Steelworkers Union
By Roxanne D. Brown USW International President Frances Perkins, the first woman to serve as U.S. labor secretary and as a member of a president’s Cabinet, left the best possible legacy. One measured in the lives still being saved. Perkins wrote a law banning child labor, imposed some of the nation’s first labor standards and battled for safer working conditions as part of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s New Deal.
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Help Wanted: Put A Fighter in Charge of the Labor Department.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Daily Kos Verified
Frances Perkins, the first woman to serve as U.S. labor secretary and as a member of a president’s Cabinet, left the best possible legacy. One measured in the lives still being saved. Perkins wrote a law banning child labor, imposed some of the nation’s first labor standards and battled for safer working conditions as part of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s New Deal.
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Chef Stefanie Hibbert Transforms Familiar Foods into Vibrant Creations

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Stefanie Hibbert had already considered several different futures by the time she discovered cooking. She attended a medical magnet high school, studied at multiple colleges and earned an associate’s degree in education, first using it in corporate training and tutoring math. She worked in sales across Florida and spent time teaching career readiness to graduating students in health and human services. A culinary career was nowhere on her radar. Then life shifted.
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Retired Teacher and Reigning Pageant Queen Proves Purpose and Kindness Never Fade

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Greatest personal achievement: My two children’s grandkids. Being their great grandma makes me smile the most. Other honors I’m proud of: Being named Teacher of the Year in Sumter County. Next was winning Miss Congeniality voted on by pageant contestants and lastly, being named Inspirational Woman of the year from Pure International Pageantry. Being in a room of over 200 others and seeing them rise from their seat as I approached the stage was a memory I cherish. Why pageants?
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Style’s 2026 Businesswoman of the Year is Redefining Primary Care with a Relationship-Driven Model

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Ultimate Health doesn’t feel like a typical medical office. There’s no sense of being rushed through. There’s time. “That’s the biggest thing,” Amanda says. “It’s not seven minutes,” or ‘What’s wrong, here’s a pill.’ My job is to find outwhat’s really going on with you.” Her model flips the traditional system on its head. Patients pay a flat monthly $99 and that’s it. No copays. No surprise bills. No choosing between groceries and a doctor’s visit.
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Villages Aquatic Instructor Helps Adults Gain Confidence in the Water

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Deep End, New Beginning Fear of the water is real, but so is the feeling of awe and accomplishment the moment it fades and Don Sheppard has witnessed it many times. In Florida, water is part of life. It’s in the pools, at the beach, in the springs and lakes and especially as the weather warms up, more people are drawn to it. But for plenty of adults, getting near the water still comes with fear, hesitation or the lingering effects of a bad experience years ago. That’s where Don comes in.
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Clermont Hits a High Note with Inaugural Arts and Jazz Festival

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
Music drifted across the waterfront, lawn chairs filled in early and the sound of saxophones, keyboards, soft drums, vocals and applause carried through the heat as the city debuted its first-ever Clermont Arts and Jazz Festival last weekend. For Clermont Mayor Tim Murry, the idea started simply, with a conversation and a crowd that wanted more. “We had Craig Crawford, a local jazz musician performing at one of our events,” Tim says.
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TAA Is a No-Brainer. Yet Here We Are Fighting for It.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| United Steelworkers Union
By Roxanne D. Brown USW International President Al King and other United Steelworkers (USW) activists spent much of the past year piecing together support for about 600 union miners in Minnesota laid off by Cleveland-Cliffs. He and leaders across the union collaborated to secure a 26-week extension of state unemployment benefits. King, the USW Local 6511 president, helped to search for training and part-time employment opportunities to give his co-workers options as the layoffs dragged on.
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TAA Is a No-Brainer. Yet Here We Are Fighting for It.

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Daily Kos Verified
Al King and other United Steelworkers (USW) activists spent much of the past year piecing together support for about 600 union miners in Minnesota laid off by Cleveland-Cliffs. He and leaders across the union collaborated to secure a 26-week extension of state unemployment benefits. King, the USW Local 6511 president, helped to search for training and part-time employment opportunities to give his co-workers options as the layoffs dragged on.
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Leesburg Bikefest Returns Friday with Three Days of Music, Motorcycles and Downtown Energy

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By Roxanne Brown Verified
| Lake & Sumter Style Verified
The rumble of engines, the pulse of live music and the steady flow of thousands of visitors will take over downtown Leesburg this weekend as Leesburg Bikefest returns April 24–26. Now one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the Southeast, the three-day event draws riders and spectators from across the country, transforming the city’s historic downtown into a pedestrian-friendly, motorcycles-only zone lined with vendors, food, entertainment and nonstop activity.
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