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Unemployment claims in Florida increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Florida rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 7,687 in the week ending July 13, up from 6,552 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Donald Trump returns to Florida following assassination attempt, RNC and Michigan rally
PALM BEACH, Fla. (WPEC) — It’s been a busy week for former President Donald Trump. The Republican nominee was shot at a rally in Pennsylvania, the classified documents case against him was dismissed and he appeared at the Republican National Convention before Saturday's campaign rally in Michigan. Now,...
REALTORS® Association Of Lake And Sumter Counties Announces First Annual Legal Symposium – “Legally RALSC” (Aug 8)
The REALTORS® Association of Lake & Sumter Counties (RALSC) is pleased to announce the Annual Legal Symposium for REALTORS®, “Legally RALSC,” set to take place on August 8th, from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm at the Clermont Art & Recreation Center. “Legally RALSC” is designed to...
Microsoft outage still causing major disruptions for travelers at Orlando International Airport
ORLANDO, Fla. — Three days after a Microsoft outage caused by a faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, significant disruptions continue, particularly impacting operations at Orlando International Airport and Delta Airlines. The outage has left many travelers stranded and frustrated. Beneria Turnipseed, a Delta Airline traveler from Atlanta,...
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.
Parkview Reserve home tops Dr. Phillips sales from July 16 to 22
A Parkview Reserve home topped all Dr. Phillips residential real-estate transactions from July 16 to 22. The home at 8303 Park Cliff Way, Orlando, sold July 19, for $1,350,000. Built in 2024, it has six bedrooms, four baths and 4,193 square feet of living area. DR. PHILLIPS. EMERALD FOREST. The...
Summer sports are in full swing as well as the injuries
Dr. Tunc Kiymaz, Rothman Orthopedics Sports Medicine Physician at Advent Health, spoke about the most common injuries when it comes to summer sports and the preventative measures athletes can take to reduce risk.
Universal Orlando brings a taste of Paris to the NBC Sports Olympic Zone
As the world converges on Paris, Universal Orlando is ready to bring a taste of that sports spectacle to the theme park. From Parisian food delights to cheering on all the action, the Universal Team is ready to bring the party to the plaza. With the world turning to the...
Jimmy Patronis organizes financial 'fair' in Orlando Wednesday
A fair aimed at "fixing problems" is set this week in Orlando, and Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis will be hosting the event. Patronis organized the "Fixing Problems for Floridians Fair," to begin Wednesday, running from 8:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hilton Altamonte Springs,...
Orlando Braces for Afternoon Showers and Thunderstorms with Elevated Heat Index
As the summer heat continues its relentless grip, Orlando residents can expect scattered showers and thunderstorms, particularly in the south and west of KMCO, as the day unfolds. According to the National Weather Service, the morning has been primarily dry, but activity will ramp up into the afternoon with the formation of the east coast sea breeze. While rain chances are lower northward at KDAB/KSFB/KTIX/KMLB, temp groups for TSRA are anticipated for most other locations, amidst light southeastern winds shifting east/southeast.
Orlando nonprofit offering free showers, other services to homeless avoids shutdown but still may face cuts
An Orlando nonprofit that provides free showers, laundry and other assistance to the area’s growing homeless population came within days of having to discontinue key services last week. A last-minute donation has kept Service and Love Together, or SALT, running for now, but it must still raise another $200,000 to continue operating at full capacity through the end of the year, and it may need ...
UCF opponent previews: Sam Houston seeks bounceback season after rough FBS debut
Nickname: BearkatsLocation: Huntsville, TexasEnrollment: 19,376Home field: Bowers Stadium (Capacity: 14,000)Conference: Conference USA2023 record: 3-9, 2-6 CUSAAll-time series record vs. UCF: 0-0Last meeting: This will be the first meeting between the schools. ...
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