Mount Dora residents anxiously awaiting 'odor study' results amid fears of declining health, home values

Leaders and residents of Mount Dora are anxiously awaiting the results of a 180-day “odor study” in hopes of locating the source of a stinky smell blanketing some areas of the city.

Mount Dora couple's murderer still on the run, 4 years after deadly convenience store robbery

Four years after a deadly double-shooting claimed the lives of a Mount Dora couple inside the convenience store that they owned together, police continue to search for their killer and are offering a reward for any tip that leads to an arrest.

Vickie Lynn Williams: Woman competent to stand trial in deaths of Mount Dora couple

A woman accused of brutally killing an elderly couple on New Year's Eve 2022 inside their home in Mt. Dora, has been found competent to stand trial, according to court records.

Lake County residents stock up on supplies, gasoline ahead of Helene

Residents in Lake County are busy preparing for Hurricane Helene, stocking up on essential supplies, and filling their gas tanks in anticipation of potential power outages and flooding.

Mount Dora police search for suspects in Cauley Lott Park shooting

The Mount Dora Police Department is looking for answers about a shooting that happened at Cauley Lott Park earlier this month.

Mount Dora's ‘Starry Night’ house to be featured in documentary

The "Starry Night" house in Mount Dora, inspired by Vincent van Gogh's masterpiece, is again capturing attention as the subject of a new documentary.

Mount Dora approves massive development project amid resident concerns

The City of Mount Dora has approved a major development project, sparking fears among some residents that the area's small-town feel will soon be lost.

Nicole Baldwin Case: Now being considered homicide case according to Sheriff
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Mount Dora Police held a press conference after another extensive search earlier today for Nicole Baldwin who has been missing since November. They are now investigating as an homicide case.

Mount Dora leaders vote to raise police officer starting salary

Mount Dora City Council unanimously approved raising police officer pay by 13% at a regular council meeting on Tuesday. The pay raise is part of a larger effort to increase the number of officers on the force to better ensure safety within the city.