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Villager in golf cart arrested on DUI after leaving Lake Sumter LandingA Villager in a golf cart was arrested on a drunk driving charge after leaving Lake Sumter Landing. Thomas John Allen, 62, who lives in the Southwood Villas in the Village of Buttonwood, was driving a black Yamaha golf cart at about 10:30 p.m. Thursday on Bailey Trail at St. Charles Place when he made an unusually wide turn, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office. A deputy noticed that the golf cart drifting in and out of its lane.11 hours ago
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Woman jailed after allegedly throwing hot dog poker at man friendA Wildwood woman was jailed after allegedly throwing a hot dog poker at her man friend. Jozlyn Jean Perez, 29, was arrested on charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, intimidation and battery following the altercation which took place at about 6:30 p.m. Thursday, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.Wildwood, FL14 hours ago
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Sumter judge sentences three-time convicted felon to 75 years in prisonA 30-year-old man who was already a convicted felon has been sentenced to 75 years behind bars after a Sumter County jury found him guilty of numerous drug charges. The trial of Ke’Andre Darvay Stokes, which began on Tuesday, concluded Wednesday with Judge Mary Hatcher sentencing him to 75 years in the Florida Department of Corrections, along with fining him $500,000. Stokes, who was on probation at the time of his initial arrest, is a three-time convicted felon with prior drug charges.1 day ago
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Large development planned south of Middleton and Coleman prisonA large residential and commercial development is planned south of the intersection of U.S. 301 and County Road 470 in Sumterville. The Old Florida Springs development would be a few miles south of the Coleman federal prison and the Middleton neighborhood of The Villages. Sumter County commissioners Tuesday night approved...Sumterville, FL1 day ago
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Sumter County caregiver accused of stealing $6,000 of jewelry from elderly woman's homeLADY LAKE, Fla. - A senior caregiver is accused of stealing over $6,000 of jewelry from the daughter of an elderly patient of hers. Sharon McCall-Arnett was arrested and charged with grand theft on Wednesday, according to Sumter County arrest records. The theft was first reported in March. The victim...1 day ago
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Last-minute write-ins will eliminate thousands of voters in Sumter CountyA trio of last-minute write-in candidates will eliminate thousands of voters from participating in the upcoming Sumter Commission races. It was a busy day Thursday at the Sumter County Supervisor of Elections Office when the write-ins showed up to announce their intent to run in the Republican races for Sumter Commission seats in Districts 1, 3 and 5.1 day ago
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Grateful to write-in candidatesIn adherence with Florida Election Law, the Sumter County Republican Party is protecting the integrity of the Republican Primary Election by adopting the policy of facilitating “write in” candidates to lawfully preserve the right of Republicans to choose our Party’s nominee without interference. Florida Election Law ensures...16 hours ago
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Villager convicted of golf cart road rage jailed on probation violationA Villager convicted last year in a golf cart road rage incident has been jailed without bond on a probation violation. Sheldon Scott Engstrom, 60, who lives in the Village of Hammock at Fenney, was booked Tuesday night at the Sumter County Detention Center. In September, Engstrom pleaded no contest...2 days ago
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Villager running business out of home facing temporary injunctionA temporary injunction has been granted to halt a golf cart repair and resale business operating out of a Village of Sanibel home. Sumter County Attorney Jennifer Rey told commissioners Tuesday night that Judge Kristie M. Healis granted the injunction earlier in the day involving Charles Abisalih in circuit court.2 days ago
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Lake Pan residents outraged at $40,000 per household septic conversionSome Lake Panasoffkee residents are pushing back against a project to replace septic tanks with municipal sewers. Three residents told Sumter County commissioners Tuesday night they are concerned about the cost that many homeowners could not afford. Replacing septic tanks is viewed as the first step in cleaning up the...Lake Panasoffkee, FL2 days ago
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911 report of reckless driver results in arrest of DUI suspectA 911 report of a reckless driver resulted in the arrest of a suspect who appeared to be driving while impaired. The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office’s dispatch center received a 911 call at about 4 p.m. Tuesday regarding a white Mercury passenger car which repeatedly traveled out of its lane in Bushnell and “almost caused several accidents.” The caller provided a description of the vehicle and its license plate number.Bushnell, FL2 days ago
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Commissioner Oren Miller ends fight for $100,000 back wagesSumter County Commissioner Oren Miller has announced that he is ending his fight for $100,000 in back wages he believes he is owed from the time he was suspended from office. “At this time, I have decided not to pursue my back wages or any other emoluments or allowances to which I should have been entitled for the full period of the suspension,” the Village of Sanibel resident said in a statement issued Wednesday morning.2 days ago
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'Sumter County's fixin to go talk with god' and other things he's accused of telling 911LAKE PANASOFFKEE, Fla. (TND) — A man sure got the attention of 911 dispatchers by saying “‘Law enforcement is trying to plant drugs on him’ and ‘Law enforcement is going to give him an accidental death.’”. That unknown man, at least at the time,...3 days ago
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Developer floods coffers of chosen candidates for Sumter CommissionThe Developer of The Villages and numerous associates have flooded the campaign coffers of the three chosen candidates running for Sumter County Commission. Political newcomer Todd Coon, a landscaper who has publicly pledged his loyalty to The Villages, led the way by collecting $109,993 in political contributions, according to information filed by his campaign with the Sumter County Supervisor of Elections Office. Coon is hoping to unseat Sumter County Commission Chairman Craig Estep, a Villager who has raised $4,880, thus far.3 days ago
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New York sex offender arrested at RV campgroundA New York sex offender has been arrested at a local RV campground. Thomas Shelton, 54, was taken into custody on a registration violation Tuesday at Wildwood RV Village Campground located on State Road 44, behind Holiday Inn Express. The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office had received a tip that Shelton...New York City, NY1 day ago
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Villager arrested after neighbor reports alcohol-fueled altercationA Villager who had been drinking was arrested after a neighbor reported hearing an altercation in the Village of Mallory Square. Carmen Lydia Cerrone, 68, was taken into custody on a charge of battery after the altercation at her home was overheard by the neighbor who alerted law enforcement, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office. The neighbor reported hearing “crashing and banging sounds” coming from the residence.4 days ago
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Daily Sun publisher personally donates to commission candidatesThe publisher of The Villages Daily Sun has donated $3,000 to candidates running for the Sumter County Commission. Philip Markward, longtime head of The Villages Media Group, gave $1,000 to Todd Coon, $1,000 to Mary Lazich and $1,000 to Don Wiley. All three of their names will appear on the GOP primary ballot in August.3 days ago
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