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Florida quietly pulls LGBTQ+ travel info from state website
Key West, Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors and St. Petersburg are among several Florida cities that have long been top U.S. destinations for LGBTQ+ tourists. So it came as a surprise this week when travelers learned that Florida's tourism marketing agency quietly removed the "LGBTQ Travel" section from its website sometime in the past few months. Business owners who cater to Florida's LGBTQ+ tourists said Wednesday that it marked the latest attempt by officials in the state to erase the LGBTQ+ community. Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis previously championed a bill to forbid classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity and...
Friday Night Roundup: All the area high school football action
Here's a roundup of Week One's action from around West Orange and Southwest Orange County. Starting off with the Orange Observer Game of the Week: The Ocoee Knights travel to Apopka. Ocoee Knights (0-0) at Apopka Blue Darters (0-0) After a 40-0 performance against Oak Ridge High, the Knights will...
Building Blocks Ministries Visited Orlando Cat Café And A Heartwarming Connection Between Furry Felines and Friends Developed
A recent visit to the Orlando Cat Café brought immense joy to the participants of Building Blocks Ministries, Inc. who enjoyed a memorable day filled with ear-to-ear smiles and an undeniable connection with the café’s resident kitties. Building Blocks Ministries is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located at...
In a pickle: Creative corn dog stand opens at Disney’s Boardwalk
BAY LAKE, Fla. – Disney guests can step right up and get their corn dogs at a new Disney Boardwalk food stand. Made popular in Disneyland, Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs opened to guests on Friday after announcing it would be expanding east last year. The menu features dogs ranging...
Horizon High senior to publish second book
Sixteen-year-old Angely Gentile is using her passions and talents in writing to help give others a break from reality and an opportunity to share collective world experiences. The senior at Horizon High School published her first book, “Hasta El Final,” — “Until the End” — a few months ago and plans to publish her second book, “Between Races,” in September.
‘Very pleased:’ Florida leaders react to Port Canaveral abandoning new cruise terminal plan
TITUSVILLE, Fla. – The day after a big change of plans for building a new cruise terminal, the state of Florida said it’s happy Port Canaveral isn’t favoring the giant cruise industry over another vital part of the local economy - space. In a letter addressed to...
DeSantis deems Harris campaign as ‘biggest gaslighting attempt’ in US politics
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) argued that Vice President Kamala Harris’s 2024 presidential campaign is making the “biggest gaslighting attempt” on voters, questioning whether or not they will fall for it come Election Day. The Florida governor claimed that the Harris campaign is attempting to show voters that she is offering a fresh start for the […]
Windermere High football kick off 2024 with a 21-3 win over Harmony
In one of the most highly anticipated seasons in the young program's history, Windermere High football has kicked it off in spectacular fashion — topping Harmony (0-1) on the road, 21-3. Led by senior quarterback Jack Reilly and his three touchdown passes to Shawn Falahpour, Jaylen Davis and Bryce...
Orlando Man Fatally Injured in Vehicle Crash on SR-417 in Seminole County
A tragic incident occurred on State Road 417 in Seminole County late Thursday evening, resulting in the death of a 32-year-old man from Orlando, as per reports from the Florida Highway Patrol. The accident took place around 9:30 p.m. when, for reasons still under investigation, the man's vehicle veered off the roadway, as detailed by ClickOrlando.
Vehicle Pursuit Following Seminole County Burglary Leads to Crash in Orlando, Four Hospitalized, Charges Pending
Chaos ensued in Orlando following a vehicle pursuit stemming from a suspected home burglary in Seminole County, leading to a dramatic crash that hospitalized four individuals. According to a report by ClickOrlando, deputies responded to a burglary at an occupied residence in Chuluota at approximately 1:15 p.m., which set off a chain of events culminating in the collision. Deputies in pursuit of the suspected vehicle sought the help of the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), who later joined the chase.
Universal Orlando Defies PETA, Doubles Down on Animal Theme Park Entertainment
The use of animals in theme park entertainment has long been a topic of ethical debate, with organizations like People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) leading the charge against practices they deem inhumane. As public awareness of animal welfare issues grows, the tension between advocacy groups and theme park operators continues to intensify.
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