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Think of the fine! Man returns magazine to library 132 years late

The Concord Public Library had quite a surprise from a patron who discovered a long-overdue magazine. Read more trending news Typically, overdue books or magazines may be a few days or weeks late. Sometimes they are months or even years late. Rarely are they more than a century late. John Hanson,...

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Warrant issued for man accused of aggravated assault in DeLand

The DeLand Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a 64-year-old man who is wanted on a felony aggravated assault charge involving a deadly weapon.Police said Francis A. Mercede is the subject of an active warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The warrant carries...

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Gas prices, budget concerns have Central Florida drivers delaying holiday travel bookings

Central Florida drivers are feeling the pinch at the pump, and it’s not just their wallets taking a hit. For some, it’s their holiday travel plans, too.With the national average for a gallon of regular gas sitting at $4.36, a new AAA travel survey found that 41% of people say budget concerns are...

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Concerns grow as some water bills spike up to 200% higher in Wedgefield

Some Wedgefield residents say they are facing water bills that are up to 200% higher than they should be, and now they’re asking Orange County to step in.Community members say they have been dealing with concerns about the private water system serving the area, including questions about the quality...

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