The Villages Daily Sun

THE VILLAGES — Preferred Care Partners, a Medicare Advantage HMO with offices in The Villages, has been chosen as one of the nation’s top Medicare providers. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — It may have been 25 years since veteran Peggy DuVall had picked up a softball, but that didn’t stop her from being a part of this weekend’s Military Veterans Softball Tournament. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Since 2006, the Phillip C. DeLong Detachment of the Marine Corps League in The Villages has been dedicated to helping those in need. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Jack Kress is no stranger to The Villages. He’s been a proud resident for nine years and counting. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Village of Mallory Square resident Shirley Buuck has always been proud of her grandson, Petty Officer 3rd Class Corpsman Jonathon Schafer. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Fran Antal may not have been stationed at Fort Hood during her military career but she still has fond memories of the Army’s largest U.S. post. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Homebuyers in The Villages and elsewhere just reaped a valuable benefit. Congressional lawmakers extended the first-time homebuyer tax credit this week in a big way. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Author and Fox News Channel personality Glenn Beck will be returning to The Villages on Nov. 21 for a rally and book signing. The Glenn Beck Rally will feature the popular television host at 4 p.m. Nov. 21 speaking from the Pavilion at Lake Sumter Landing Market Square. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Area residents will once again have the opportunity to view some local art during this year’s Visual Arts Association’s Fall Sumter County Annex Show. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Medicare so confounded Bob Follas last year as he enrolled in the health insurance program for the first time that he set out on a mission. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — In the dimness, the candlelight illumination appeared to grow and spread as the names of loved ones and friends lost to Alzheimer’s disease were read. Full Story »

LADY LAKE — On Monday morning, the Christian Food Pantry in Lady Lake had 130 frozen turkeys earmarked for its clients’ holiday dinners. By Tuesday afternoon the number was reduced to 80. Full Story »

WILDWOOD — Sitting on the family couch beside his younger sister, 11-year-old Greg Nelams looks like any typical kid with his ball cap on crooked, enjoying an afternoon of playing video games. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — With nothing but his beastly bike and the wide-open road, Gary Hoops set out for the four corners of America, ready to tackle any challenge that came his way. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — When Brian Gill was a kid he loved “critters” of all kinds, according to his father, Terry Gill. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Although she initially described him as “neat and funny,” Makenzie Schuler’s carefully composed essay told a much more in-depth story of Air Force veteran Harold Sievers. Full Story »

The Villages on Nov. 24. The second female in American history to be selected as a vice presidential running mate will hold a book signing beginning at 4 p.m. Nov. 24 at Barnes & Noble at Lake Sumter Landing. Full Story »

LADY LAKE — Four students from The Villages Elementary of Lady Lake were selected to participate in the Florida Music Educators Association’s annual All-State Chorus at the association’s conference to be held Jan. 8 in Tampa. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Medi-care open enrollment begins Sunday for anyone at least age 65. Don’t wait until then to act, however, Medicare spokeswoman Lee Millman said. Full Story »

THE VILLAGES — Under the watchful eye of Music Director Robbie Riddle and band parent David Hancock, members of the Villages High School marching band practiced their music and their marching Monday night, working to get every note and step just right. Full Story »