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.

Holly Bluff Marina house boat rentals

Holly Bluff Marina in DeLand is known to be the largest and best marina in Central Florida for house boat rentals. And now, it’s under brand new management. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the marina to check out the rental offerings, as well as to enjoy some sightseeing in the area.

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.

Parents concerned over lack of barriers at Palm Bay park

The City of Palm Bay just completed a $500,000 renovation of its playground to make it inclusive for children with disabilities. However, some parents are raising a red flag, saying parts of the park are unsafe. Abby MacDonald, a mother of two children who are non-verbal and have autism, joins FOX 35 to talk about her concerns as a parent in the area.

Marion County school board to vote on interim superintendent

Today, the Marion County School Board will vote to name an interim superintendent. Danielle Brewer was selected from from seven candidates and is currently the senior executive director of high schools and secondary curriculum. If approved, Brewer would assume her role immediately and would continue in the position until April 29, 2026, or until a successor superintendent has taken office.

Deputies chase down scooter siblings in Volusia County

A sibling duo wanted for a drug bust recently attempted to use an electric scooter to try and evader law enforcement officers. However, it wasn't long before authorities caught up with the pair and put them in cuffs.

Driver sought in deadly Osceola County hit-and-run crash

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is still searching for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Osceola County. The incident happened early Friday morning in the Buena Ventura Lakes area. Troopers say they have found the vehicle, but are still searching for its driver.

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.