SUMMARY: Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards in Clermont, Florida, is a family-run winery with over three generations of winemaking tradition. Established in 1989 by the Cox family, it has grown to become Florida’s largest winery, producing over two million bottles annually. The 127-acre vineyard specializes in muscadine grapes, ideal for Florida’s climate, despite challenges like rain and pests. Christian Slupe, a third-generation winemaker, oversees operations with a personal connection to the land and legacy. The winery offers a transparent, engaging visitor experience, showcasing every winemaking stage. Lakeridge is celebrated for its sweet Southern Red and White wines, along with a dry Pinot Grigio.

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SUMMARY: South Florida faces a Next Weather alert day Monday with heavy rain, strong storms, gusty winds, and a possible isolated tornado. Storms will start after midnight, intensifying from 8-10 AM during the morning commute, then easing by early afternoon. A flood watch is in effect due to expected heavy downpours. The weather will briefly clear by midday but more storms may develop in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts of 3-5 inches are possible. By late Monday to Tuesday, the storm system moves out, rain chances drop, and dry weather returns by week’s end, with temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s.

A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect for Monday as strong storms with gusty winds, heavy downpours, and possible isolated tornadoes are expected to begin early in the morning and continue through the evening. NEXT Weather meteorologist Dave Warren has the forecast.

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SUMMARY: An immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, sparked tension between Democrats and the Trump administration after Mayor Ras Baraka was charged with trespassing. Baraka, who is running for governor, was arrested outside the Delaney Hall ICE facility after ignoring warnings to leave. The incident involved a confrontation with federal agents and three Democratic congress members—Reps. LaMonica McIver, Bonnie Watson Coleman, and Robert Menendez Jr.—who visited the center unannounced to inspect it. The center, operated under a $1 billion, 15-year deal with GEO Group, opened in May and has faced opposition over building permits and its role in expanding detention capacity.

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