Chicken marsala?  Check.  Penne alla Vodka?  Check.  White linen table clothes and trained staff?  Check.  Friendly owner.  Double check!

After much anticipation, as well as some building delays, the Olive Branch Mediterranean-Italian Grille & Bar is open today and serving lunch and dinner.   Read more...

People don't typically speak of penguins when discussing nature in Central Florida, but that's about to change.

Penguin Paddling Mount Dora will open its first Florida location in Mount Dora on New Year's Day.   The company will provide paddle board and kayak rentals on Lake Dora.  Read more...

During his football career, Sammie Smith was a formidable force to be reckoned with.  The All-American running back was the the first round draft pick of the Miami Dolphins in 1989.  He went on to have 532 carries and scored 15 touchdowns during his four NFL seasons.   Read more...
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 Bring on the popcorn Mount Dora!

After a meeting last night, it appears Epic Theatres will finally be a reality in Mount Dora in 2016.   The meeting cleared the way for construction to begin at the site between Target and Walmart ​.  Read more...

Residents jaded by local campaign rhetoric, may begin to feel hopeful.  This week one newly elected Mount Dora official delivered on a simple promise.

During his campaign, Mayor Nick Girone told voters that he believed the city government was disconnected from many of its residents and he wanted more open communication.  This week, Girone set the tone by extending an open invitation to residents to join him for coffee and tell him their concerns or just stop by to introduce themselves.   Read more...