Leah Schwarting

We've come a long way from "hanging chads" in #Florida. #FloridaPrimary

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Sumter, Lake and Marion officials work with Florida’s Division of Elections to protect voter systems from hackers. https://t.co/TANwI5a498

The #KoreanWar might be called "the forgotten war" by some, but, as this story tragically points out, remembering and honoring #KoreanWarHeros is more important than ever now.

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Local Veterans recall the Korean War.#TheVillages https://t.co/oFpkri6M1O

#classiccars with #ChristmasinJuly in #TheVillages, Florida. Who says Santa needs snow? https://t.co/mAPqayKp1p

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

The annual Christmas in July Cruise In welcomed car enthusiasts who came to see the rows of classic vehicles parked around the square. #TheVillages https://t.co/H31M67OKZV

Saying "here we grow again" seems like an understatement in #TheVillages. Here's looking forward to some new roads and greater ease of transport.

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Agreement between the county and the Developer prepares for “smooth and safe” traffic flow for the next 30 years. #TheVillages https://t.co/MlupKRQvso

And I thought I was being out there when I took up #yoga. Looks like I'll have to try a little bit harder. #fitness

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Villagers keep up with trend toward fun forms of exercise. #TheVillages https://t.co/mRufwRWkXL

One of my favorite quotes of "A Christmas Carol" is the promise to "honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year." It's great to see people doing that through that in so many creative ways. #TheVillages #ChristmasinJuly #charity https://t.co/4rE6nojfBL

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Members of the community are celebrating giving season in July by contributing to various charities. #TheVillages https://t.co/NJCc17W9dE

Personally, I try to #vote the weekend before the election. Usually things don't crop up after that, and #earlyvoting has pretty much defined my voting experience since I was in college. https://t.co/780xMLFs7Q

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Vote early or on election day? It’s your choice https://t.co/peYl6mZcyL

When I was younger, my family returned home to find our apartment building caught fire. It was quickly put out, but our Yorkshire terrier was inside at the time. When I see this, I think of that patient #firefighter who chased after a terrified, and fast, puppy. #doglovers https://t.co/7HDMR8O9Su

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Public safety department offers classes on how to keep pets safe in the home and during an emergency. #TheVillages https://t.co/2EjWZGCGRW

Amazing to have the #PurpleHeart Run Truck here in our community. We have so many veterans in #TheVillages, and those who turned out made an impact. https://t.co/LhvFmNSp60

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Veterans and community members signed the truck to honor recipients and raise awareness for veterans wounded during combat. #TheVillages https://t.co/UEoWDHBUe8

As a former military kid, I'm used to growing up in places where a #FireworksShow wasn't possible. To me, these kinds of parties are what #July4th is about. Looking forward to tomorrow's celebrations in #TheVillages! https://t.co/hlaqxjensz

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Four resident performing groups will show off their love of the U.S.A. during the Fourth of July celebration at all three town squares. #TheVillages https://t.co/niz91ESEda

It's always weird to hear news from your alma mater that something you used to walk by every day is pretty much gone. https://t.co/WtO3qUoUhr

The Southern Newspaper @FSCsouthern

Demolition has started at the former site of the Florida Southern Admissions Building. https://t.co/JeittkGgRm

Having started my #voting life in #Florida, a closed primary seems normal to me. It's interesting to see how many states are trying different things. @vdailysun https://t.co/somaUEno17

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Here is your guide to understanding the American primary process, which varies from state to state. #TheVillages https://t.co/HiaQQZkib9

As someone who worried constantly for my #dog in the lead-up to #irma, this is really welcome news. I'm glad I still live in Lake County this #hurricaneseason. @lakegov https://t.co/N7LDijTuM9

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

Sumter, Lake and Marion counties are making adjustments to better account for pets and special needs in storm shelters. https://t.co/DKtBd2j2FI

The @vdailysun softball team's up for another game tonight. I just hope the weather holds out: one thunderstorm and it's not even noon. But, as a friend once told me, "If you don't like the weather in #Florida, wait 5 minutes."

The @vdailysun softball team after last Thursday's victory. We've got another game tonight: Keep up the good work everyone! https://t.co/lRttGuztDy

Just saw some of pictures from today's story on #SummerReading programs near #TheVillages. Brings back good memories of begging to use my mother's library card so I could win a Harry Potter craft kit. https://t.co/FzdQUZMn1w … @vdailysun @lakelibrary

I first voted at 19. My mother had to drive me to #vote and help get things in order. Now, I see this and I think "I got this." https://t.co/EN5sB3UPhx

TheVillagesDailySun @vdailysun

It’s qualifying time as Florida’s ballot takes shape. #TheVillages https://t.co/uKAIW6DFyl