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Two Olympia Track Club members to compete at AAU Junior Olympics
Keyana Cranston, 11, and Amiyah Kent, 9, have shined with Olympia Track Club. Both of them have a lot of hardware to show off. When asked how many awards Keyana has, she answered, “about 62.”. From a young age, Cranston showcased her skill. She said, “I always used to...
Widow of store owner grieves loss of husband
For the first time, we are hearing from the wife of a jewelry store owner who was killed last week by a customer, according to police. The deadly shooting happened on Friday inside Volusia Gold Diamond & Loans. The suspect, who was stopped and restrained by other customers, remains behind bars.
Orlando Magic are aware of salary cap apron looming on the horizon
NBA fans have had to learn a lot of accounting terms this offseason. The league's new CBA came with new restrictions and spending rules for executives and teams to follow. And since the offseason garners as much interest as the season's results, everyone has been trying to understand these new rules.
Graffiti Junktion closing Thornton Park location this month
Orlando-based American burger bar chain, Graffiti Junktion (Instagram | Website), has just announced that it will close its Thornton Park location by the end of the month. The restaurant has been serving burgers at its current location on the corner of Washington and Summerlin. They moved the restaurant into the former Wildside Bar and Grille in 2016, which was owned by RB Management, the owners of Pacino’s Italian Ristorante, and Pulse Orlando. Prior to that, it was located up the street at 900 E. Washington Street [GMap] where Cavo’s is currently.
Listen Now! UCF football ready for second year in Big 12, welcomes four new member schools
UCF head coach Gus Malzahn has deep ties with Auburn Universty. Malzahn was the Tigers’ offensive coordinator from 2009-11, then head coach at Auburn from 2013-20. Heading into the 2024 season, his fourth as UCF head coach, you can still see his connection to Auburn is still fomenting. On...
Florida woman accused of murdering roommate, wrapping body in tarp
INVERNESS, Fla. (CBS12) — A 61-year-old woman is accused of murdering her roommate and leaving the victim's body wrapped in a tarp in Central Florida. The Citrus County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) said deputies were called to a home on 6033 East Rector Street in Inverness, roughly 77 miles west of Orlando.
Orlando Pride hosting first Olympic watch party on July 25
Orlando Pride will host a series of watch parties this summer in honor of a number of their players representing their home countries in France for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The first event is scheduled for July 25 at American Social Orlando, as Brazil takes on Nigeria at 1 p.m. in Group C play. Orlando Pride Brazilian members include our team captain Marta who will be making her final Olympic appearance for her country.
College Sports Recap: Recent Wins and Losses in Central Florida Universities
The landscape of college sports in Central Florida has been vibrant and eventful specially the basketball section, marked by significant victories, unexpected losses, and notable individual performances. This article delves into the latest developments, focusing on key events and figures that have shaped the current season. Johnny Dawkins’ Contract Extension...
Delta State FBLA chapter shines at National Leadership Conference in Orlando
CLEVELAND, Miss. — The Delta State University chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) attended the FBLA Collegiate National Leadership Conference recently held in Orlando, Florida. DSU’s Fa’Darryl Cooper, Mississippi State FBLA Collegiate President, achieved a 10th place finish in Public Speaking. Additionally, Delta State students Arianna Chestnut, Amyia Triggs, Semira Brown, Sarama Brown, and LaTamara Oubre all advanced to the final round in their respective events.
UCF Knights, Alums Represented in College Football 25
For four seasons, FBC Mortgage Stadium was a home away from home for Victoria Torres ’24. As a trumpeter for the UCF Marching Knights, Torres was a part of the game day performances and tradition at UCF. Her time with the band also led to her developing a passion for the game of football. That same UCF game day experience is now captured in the long-awaited EA SPORTS College Football 25, with former Electronic Arts (EA) intern Torres playing a role in bringing gamers a realistic experience at the virtual Bounce House.
Orlando church pastor who called himself a 'prophet' on trial for wife's death
ORLANDO, Fla. — An Orlando church pastor who called himself a “prophet” is going on trial for allegedly murdering his wife. Sylvester Ofori, 39, is charged with first degree murder for the shooting death of his wife Barbara Tommey. She was killed as she walked into work at a Navy Federal Credit Union in 2020.
Disney World Hotel Introduces New AI Bartender During Skyrocketing Price Hike
Disney workers may be worried that artificial intelligence is coming for jobs in writing and acting, but it turns out that another profession has more to fear: bartending. A Disney associate hotel in Orlando has unveiled its newest offering, a fully automated “AI bartender” named Sara. Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center, located a short distance from and primarily servicing the Walt Disney World Resort, has partnered with a tech company named Cecilia.ai to offer its guests beverages prepared by an artificial intelligence console (per ClickOrlando), which is probably the easiest way to make a fancy drink seem futuristic.
Peach State Elite excels at tournament
Peach State Elite Sports program traveled to Orlando, Fla. July 12-14 to play in the Orlando Live Tournament. The team went a perfect 4-0 while outscoring their opponents by an average of 15 or more points. These young men showcased their talent in front of college coaches while playing teams from as far away as France during the tournament. The team is coached by La Charles Benton and assisted by Jonathan High.
AdventHealth virtual MRI program reduces inpatient transfers by 94%
Not too long ago, AdventHealth had a high demand in its Central and East Florida divisions for advanced MRI services. The health system's centralized MRI services at its Orlando campus, though effective, presented areas where AdventHealth could deliver a more consumer-centric experience. THE PROBLEM. Expanding advanced MRI services to the...
Dollywood Closure and Police Investigations Prompt Dolly Parton to Abandon Park, New Venture Confirmed
Over the past year, country star Dolly Parton’s theme park Dollywood seems to be soaring higher than ever. Typically, when one thinks of theme parks, a few moguls will come to mind. Of course, it is hard to ignore the Disney theme parks around the world, especially Walt Disney World Resort. Universal also has massive theme parks, taking up a large foot print of the theme park space not only in Orlando, but globally. Additionally, now that Cedar Fair has merged with Six Flags, the Six Flags entity is the largest theme park corporation in terms of theme park count, making it known to nearly everyone as there is likely a regional theme park in or near every state, as well as in Canada and Mexico.
National Mango Board Launches New, Innovative Website and Immersive Online Scavenger Hunt to Celebrate National Mango Day; Dan Spellman Comments
ORLANDO, FL - Today is National Mango Day, and the National Mango Board is commemorating the occasion with the launch of a brand-new website. Designed to be a one-stop shop for all things mango, the website boasts a host of interactive features such as an online scavenger hunt. “We’re bursting...
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