Lake Square Mall adds 4 new businesses

While some malls are struggling to maintain business, the Lake Square Mall wants people to know it's still thriving. FOX 35's Matt Trezza shows us how the county's largest mall is bringing back businesses.

Peach A Palooza returns to Graham's U-Pick Farms

One of the only peach farms in Florida is having its annual Peach-A-Palooza event. The event has grown to a massive size these past few years, and it’s the perfect Mother’s Day outdoor activity! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the farm in Lake County to tell you everything you need to know before you go.

Ron, Casey DeSantis speak on Hope Florida program in Lake County

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a news conference on Friday afternoon where they announced that the Department of Education is working on a new pilot program that aims to identify and train a Hope Florida liaison to serve at select school districts. DeSantis said Orange County was the first school district to identify and train a liaison. Lake County will be the second district to include this program.

Unveiling of the repainted Van Gough House in Mount Dora

The unveiling of the repainted Van Gough House in Mount Dora is taking place today. The landmark was painted with a mural inspired by the homeowner’s autistic son’s favorite painting, Van Gogh’s “Starry Night.” The art piece serves as a beautiful way to guide the boy home in case he wanders off.

Adoption fees waived for select dogs at Lake County shelter

The Lake County Animal Shelter is waving its adoption fees for a few groups of select dogs. The adoption fee waiver applies to all the shelter's dogs that are over 40 pounds, over 4 years old and those who have been at the shelter for four weeks or more.

Search for missing monkey on in Mount Dora

A neighborhood in Mount Dora put out an alert on Monday, warning its community members of a reported monkey seen running through backyards. The Sullivan Ranch HOA cautioned its residents to not attempt to approach, catch or feed the monkey. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns brings us the latest details.

10-year-old Xavier Williams laid to rest

Xavier Williams, 10, was laid to rest by his family and friends on Saturday morning in Connecticut. The boy was allegedly tortured to death by his own mother and her boyfriend in Lake County, Florida. He died last month after spending a month in the hospital. His mother and her boyfriend are charged with first-degree murder.

Memorial benches removed in Mount Dora

The battle over memorial benches in Mount Dora is continuing. Some people are upset after they paid to honor a loved one with a memorial bench, only to find that the city had removed it. According to the city, after 10 years a bench sponsor has to renew their contract. Mount Dora Mayor James Homich joins FOX 35 to talk about the issue.

Clermont man shot and killed by deputies overnight

A Clermont man was shot and killed by deputies overnight after they responded to reports of a suspicious person, officials say. The man killed has been identified as 39-year-old Eric Escoba. Officials have confirmed the deputy involved in the shooting was placed on administrative leave pending a review by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which they said is normal procedure.

Hop into spring at the Easter Festival in Eustis

FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Eustis to check out the Easter Festival at Santa's Farm. The event runs multiple days in April and includes a multitude of festivities, such as Easter egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, activities and a petting zoo.

Workout Wednesday: Trimethod Wellness in Mount Dora

This week, FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to Trimethod Wellness in Mount Dora for Workout Wednesday. Trimethod Wellness is a fitness center with a variety of classes, including barre, pilates, yoga, circuit training and personal training.