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Groveland hosts first Memorial Day ceremony at restored African American Cemetery 

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www.clickorlando.com – Emily McLeod – 2025-05-26 16:00:00

SUMMARY: Months after restoring the Oak Tree Union Colored Cemetery of Taylorville, Groveland, Florida, held its first Memorial Day ceremony there in decades. The cemetery had been abandoned since 1951 before the restoration. The event honored 10 known veterans buried there, including those who served in World War I. Groveland Fire Chief Kevin Carroll led the restoration, overcoming dense woods to access gravesites. Nearby, the city also honored veterans at Greenwood Cemetery, with families like U.S. Army veteran Brandon Toler’s attending to teach children the importance of remembering military sacrifices. The restoration ensures ongoing recognition of these veterans.

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Israel again intercepts Gaza-bound ship carrying activists and humanitarian aid

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www.clickorlando.com – Associated Press – 2025-07-27 03:11:00

SUMMARY: The Israeli military intercepted the Gaza-bound aid ship Handala, detaining 21 international activists and journalists and seizing all cargo, including baby formula, food, and medicine. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition said the interception occurred about 40 nautical miles from Gaza in international waters, with communications cut just before midnight Saturday. The coalition emphasized the cargo was civilian and intended to help a population facing starvation under Israel’s blockade. Activists from 10 countries, including seven U.S. citizens, were aboard. The raid drew criticism from human rights groups, which called it a violation of international law. Israel provided no immediate comment.

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A man accused of stabbing 11 people at a Walmart is in Michigan authorities’ custody

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www.news4jax.com – Associated Press – 2025-07-27 07:09:00

SUMMARY: A 42-year-old Michigan resident randomly stabbed 11 people with a folding knife at a Traverse City Walmart on Saturday afternoon. Bystanders quickly intervened, surrounding and subduing the attacker until police arrived within minutes. Victims were treated at Munson Healthcare, with four in serious condition and seven in fair condition. The attack, which began near the checkout, appeared random, causing fear and shock among witnesses. Authorities, including the FBI, are investigating. Walmart expressed gratitude for first responders and committed to cooperating with law enforcement. Governor Whitmer extended sympathies to the victims and community affected by the violence.

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Trump goes to Scotland for “working visit” as DOJ wraps up Ghislaine Maxwell questioning

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www.youtube.com – CBS Miami – 2025-07-26 19:18:24

SUMMARY: President Trump arrived in Scotland for a five-day “working visit,” including trade talks with the EU chief and a meeting with the British Prime Minister. However, he is expected to spend much of the trip at his golf resorts. Protesters in Scotland greeted Trump with hostility, linking him to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Meanwhile, the Justice Department concluded a second day of questioning Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s co-conspirator, who cooperated fully according to her lawyer. Trump dismissed questions about pardoning Maxwell, emphasizing it was premature. The Justice Department has not yet disclosed any details from Maxwell’s interviews.

CBS News’ Weijia Jiang reports from Scotland, where protesters greeted the president with signs.

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