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🌱 How a routine Eustis traffic stop left two officers badly hurt.
Eustis, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readWhat's up Eustis! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a routine Eustis traffic stop left two officers badly hurt.
- Regional Kiwanis leader now supports youth programs in Eustis and nearby towns
Also on today's calendar: Eustis Cruise-In, Ferran Park and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 87 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: A heavy thunderstorm, temps: high: 89, low: 76.
- Saturday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 91 and low of 76 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• VIDEO: Florida driver drags, injures 2 officers during traffic stop, police say (wfla.com) — Two Eustis police officers were injured during an August 1 traffic stop when a driver allegedly refused to exit his car, grabbed an officer’s vest, and sped off, dragging both officers. One officer suffered serious injuries, and the driver was later arrested and charged with attempted murder of a law enforcement officer and other felonies. 
• Lady Lake man recognized for his leadership in helping area youth (villages-news.com) — Eustis residents are part of a Kiwanis division now led by Lady Lake’s Corey Gold, who supports youth-focused clubs in Eustis and neighboring communities. His new lieutenant governor role covers clubs from Clermont to Eustis, coordinating projects that provide school meals, holiday shopping events, and classroom support across the region.
📸 Around Eustis
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Javier Pérez @ Eustis Market →
Eustis Market, 24 E Magnolia Ave, Eustis
6:00 pm
Friday August 21
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Other local events
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First Friday →
City of Eustis Events 10 N. Grove Street Eustis , Eustis, FL 32726
6:00 pm -
Second Saturday Sounds →
City of Eustis Events 10 N. Grove Street Eustis , Eustis, FL 32726
6:00 pm -
Eustis Cruise-In, Ferran Park →
Ferran Park, 250 Dr, Eustis
2:00 pm -
Preserving Autonomy: Advance Care Planning & Related Legal Matter|Eustis →
AdventHealth Well 65+ Eustis, 2906 David Walker Dr, Eustis
10:30 am
Friday August 7
Saturday August 8
Saturday August 22
Wednesday August 26
📣 Eustis Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Networking Works
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Online Event
8:00 am -
Faculty Photos in the Gym 8am
Umatilla High Umatilla, FL 32784
8:00 am -
Meet the Teacher from 8:30am- 10:30am
Umatilla High Umatilla, FL 32784
8:30 am -
Needle Arts Group (Embroiders Guild) →
Mount Dora, FL Calendar, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora
9:30 am -
Preschool Story Time Stay & Play →
Mount Dora, FL Calendar, 1995 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora
10:30 am -
AFTERNOON IN PARIS - The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 341 Alexander St, Mt Dora, FL 32757
11:00 am -
THE CHEF'S TABLE - The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 341 Alexander St, Mt Dora, FL 32757
12:00 pm
Thursday August 6
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Highly recommend Cardinal Outdoor Services LLC for your monthly lawn maintenance!
Kyle’s been in the industry for 15+ years, so he’s highly knowledgeable. (Nextdoor Royal Trails) - Look who’s back.
It’s only 10pm so be careful walking your pets. (Nextdoor Spring Ridge Estates)
- RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc. posted a job opening for Store Associate - (RT223) in Eustis. Apply here.
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member - Cashier/Sales Associate/Retail in Eustis. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Eustis here.
🗞 Nearby News
Mount Dora
- Mount Dora street changes aim to improve emergency vehicle access (clickorlando.com)
- Construction begins to reopen washed out road in Lake County (wesh.com)
- ‘DOWN WITH THE FLOCK:' Florida man uses simple trick to combat Flock cameras (clickorlando.com)
Umatilla
- Orlando Fall Events Guide 2026 with Festivals, Food and Fun (gottagoorlando.com)
Tavares
- Lake County church overseer re-arrested on new digital voyeurism charges (wftv.com)
- FSU freshman LB may just force his way onto the field after Norvell's post-scrimmage praise (chopchat.com)
Ok Eustis! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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