Lake & Sumter Style Magazine

Advent Health Delivers 67 Babies During Hurricane in This Week's Hometown Headlines. Other stories this week: Heritage Community Church members help with hurricane cleanup. Cary Baker & Mark Jordan compete for Property Appraiser The City of Eustis recognized at the America in Bloom Conference Lake Square Mall opens Haunted House Leesburg High's Xavier Irizarry is highlighted in this month's Style Magazine. Thank you to Jenkins Nissan and Red Apples Media for providing ongoing production support for the program. https://lnkd.in/eJUzYjyw

This week's show features interviews with Leesburg High School Football Head Coach Frank Scott, Offensive Coordinator Max Tucker, and Student-Athletes "Muscles" Patterson and Don'Yea Johnson. https://lnkd.in/eU-ZGCaB

For over 15 years, Carolyn Maimone of Fierce Realty has been a trusted name in Lake County real estate. With a deep-rooted connection to the area, Carolyn, a lifelong resident, brings unparalleled knowledge of the local market and its unique waterfront properties. “I know this area like the back of my hand,” she says. “From the best fishing spots to the most scenic lakeside views, I help my clients find not just a home but a lifestyle.” Carolyn’s extensive background in IT and accounting has equipped her with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. She got into the real estate industry in 2007, became a licensed realtor in 2009 and earned her broker’s license in 2019. Specializing in the central and northern areas of Lake County, Carolyn primarily focuses on waterfront homes. Her passion for the area’s chain of lakes, paired with her three-term service on the Lake County Water Authority, makes her a valuable resource for clients looking to make the most of Lake County’s natural beauty. “Waterways are my specialty. I know them very well so if somebody wants to move here and they want to be on a lake, I consider their motivation,” she says. “Whether it’s entertainment, fishing, skiing or something else, I help them navigate.” Additionally, Carolyn’s commitment to her clients extends far beyond the sale, hence her slogan: “Your advocate for life.” “I don’t just help people buy and sell homes. I help them with the entire transaction,” Carolyn says. “I’m kind of a multipurpose agent. I help my clients with anything they need within reason and do things that many agents don’t, because I want to be there for people.” “Even years after a sale, my clients know they can reach out to me for recommendations or advice. Whether it’s a dentist, a plumber, or help packing for a move, I’m here to support them.”

Since 1980, Kevco Builders has set the benchmark for stability, flexibility, and quality—three pillars crucial in custom homebuilding. From the first phone call to the moment you receive the keys, Kevco promises an unmatched customer experience. As the only local custom homebuilder with an in-house computerized Design Studio, Kevco allows you to visualize your plans in real-time, exploring how changes impact your home’s overall design. A Passion for Giving Back “If you have the ability to make a difference, you have an obligation to make a difference.” — Joe Ziler, former Kevco Builders President Kevco Builders isn’t just passionate about building homes; they’re committed to building a stronger community. Through a wide range of philanthropic endeavors, Kevco has invested in programs and projects that foster growth and stability throughout the region. Recently, Kevco partnered with Purple Heart Homes, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans. When approached about helping a Korean War veteran transition into a safe and healthy home, the decision was an easy one for Kevco President Ian Kaneshige, an active-duty combat Navy veteran and VP of Operations Phil Fern who oversaw the project from start to finish. The Kevco Difference With a dedication to customer service, an unwavering commitment to excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for community, it’s clear why Kevco Builders is Central Florida’s most award winning custom homebuilder. But don’t just take our word for it—Discover The Kevco Difference for yourself.

When Jeremy Coon opened Lucky U Cycles in Wildwood at the age of 23, he had already been in the motorcycle business for seven years. Making that bold transition was a way make a good living doing what he loved and it quickly paid off. “At first, I wasn’t sure what I was getting myself in to,” he says. “we were just hoping to sell 5 to 15 bikes a month and make decent money, but after about three months, we knew we were going to sell way more than we projected.” They now sell around 100 bikes a month and last year they sold 1285, staying on pace to do the same this year. Jeremy believes that Lucky U’s success has been achieved through a combination of hard work, persistence, and a dedication to treating customers with respect and providing exceptional service. As a result, Lucky-U Cycles has become the top seller of pre-owned motorcycles in the entire state of Florida, which is a testament to their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. After 16 years in their original location, Lucky U Cycles is moving just one mile South to a brand-new, 15,000 square-foot state-of-the-art facility that features a mix of an old-west saloon with modern industrial steel finishes. The showroom boasts 8000 square feet to showcase 200+ bikes. Additionally, there is plenty of office space for staff and high-tech service bays for the mechanics. The new lounge is also an exciting addition, and will give customers lots of room to relax while watching TV and utilizing the coffee station and vending machines. While the crew and customers love the act of getting out on the open road, Jeremy admits that there is more to riding than climbing in the saddle and putting miles on the bike. “I love the socialization of biking,” he says. “It brings people together and creates a strong bond. I’ve met some of the nicest people connecting with bikers whether it’s at an intersection, parking lot or even online.” Which is why he has designed the new space with socializing in mind. “I feel like our new place will have bigger and better events like bike shows, car shows, live music, food trucks, and fund-raisers,” he says.

Lake and Sumter School Districts Strategize to Balance Growth with Education - Currently, there are 25 existing public schools in North Lake County and 15 in South Lake County. With Lake County’s surge in new developments has school district officials staying vigilant in managing school capacity. Learn what's being accomplished.

First responders are grappling with the challenges of increased demand on their services as Lake and Sumter Counties continue to be among the fastest-growing counties in the state. Lake County Sheriff Peyton Grinnell is well aware that an increase in population means an increase in demand for services, whether it’s public safety, roads, schools or employment. He also understands that the demand is only going to grow. The county’s population, currently hovering around 450,000, is projected to surpass 500,000 by 2029. To prepare for this growth, Grinnell has requested an additional $17.5 million for the next budget year. A significant portion of that amount will be allocated to added personnel. “What I’m having to do is add additional zones or make the zones that are already in place smaller, so I can add additional staffing to meet that demand that’s out there,” Sheriff Grinnell says.

Expert: Alfred Cook, MD Dr. Cook has been serving The Villages and surrounding community for 15 years and specializes in assessment and treatment of various shoulder issues so patients can return to doing the activities they enjoy. Respected as a leader in cutting edge approaches to shoulder surgery and sports injuries, Alfred Cook, MD, is the chief of orthopedic surgery at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital and serves as medical director for the TLC Surgical Center. What is Reverse Total Shoulder Arthoplasty (RTSA)? A specialized form of shoulder replacement, RTSA utilizes the latest technology. This surgery takes into account a patient’s arthritis and soft tissue damage and addresses those issues simultaneously. In the U.S., this procedure was introduced over the last 20 years. Dr. Cook partnered with leading industries to design the implants used in RTSA.

Expert: Jon Ryan Graham Licensed Independent Agent Is Part D prescription coverage changing in 2025? Yes! The passage of The Inflation Reduction Act on August 16, 2022 requires the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to make significant changes to Part D, impacting how much Medicare Beneficiaries pay for their medications starting in January of 2025. The HIRA team is working diligently to understand the finer points of these new rules and communicate the potential impact to our clients. Since this is a change at the Federal level, everyone will be affected no matter which carrier you have your drug coverage through.

Expert: Claudio A. Ferreira, MD Retina/Vitreous Surgery • Macular Disorders Diabetic Eye Care • Lasers What is diabetic retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetes complication that affects the eye by decreasing blood oxygenation to the retina, the light sensitive tissue of the eye. The longer you have diabetes, type I or type II, the greater your risk of developing diabetic retinopathy. When blood sugar is high for an extended period of time, the lens of the eye can thicken and impede vision, which is why patients with diabetic retinopathy may find their vision fluctuates from day to day. Other symptoms of diabetic retinopathy are, but not limited to, dark spots in the field of vision or blurred vision. At times, some patients experience no symptoms at all. There are two types of diabetic retinopathy: non-proliferative and proliferative. Non-proliferative diabetes can begin as mild and progress through moderate to severe. At the severe stage it becomes proliferative and indicates the growth of abnormal blood vessels in the retina called neovascularization. If not treated, neovascularization can lead to vitreous hemorrhaging, which is bleeding in the back of the eye, retinal detachment, glaucoma and permanent vision loss.