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Popular Thornton Park sports bar announces sudden closure
ORLANDO, Fla. - Graffiti Junktion in Thornton Park will serve its last cold one this weekend, the restaurant announced on social media. The popular sports bar is closing on Sunday, July 28, after more than 15 years in business. "On behalf of the staff we thank everyone for over a...
Sanford Community Mourns as 22-Year-Old Brandon Leo Fatally Shot During Online Sale Meetup
A young man's attempt to responsibly sell a pair of headphones ended tragically last weekend in Sanford. 22-year-old Brandon Leo was fatally shot while sitting in his pickup truck after he had arranged to sell the headphones online. The sale was set to take place in the driveway of an empty home on West Third Street, described by police as a potential "set-up," according to information released by the Sanford Police Department, as reported by FOX 35 Orlando.
Orlando calls on artists for Hispanic Heritage Month display at City Hall
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando is looking to showcase local artists’ work downtown for a Hispanic Heritage Month display at City Hall. Submissions are open until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, for an exhibit running from Sept. 17 to Nov. 3 in the Terrace Gallery, the city said in a news release.
Four-star 2026 safety Jamarrion Gordon flips commitment from Alabama football to UCF
Four-star class of 2026 safety Jamarrion Gordon has flipped his commitment from Alabama football to UCF, Gordon told On3 on Friday. Gordon had been committed to Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide since May and was the first commitment in its 2026 class. The 5-foot-11, 185-pound Jackson, Alabama native is tabbed as the No. 10 prospect in Alabama within the 2026 class and the No. 20 safety in the cycle per the 247Sports Composite. Nationally, Gordon ranks...
7-year-old author talks ‘Giovanni’s Slam Dunk Dreams,’ book to be featured in OCPS libraries
ORLANDO, Fla. – Every weekday morning on “Breakfast with Bridgett,” you’ll find interesting stories and interviews, plus weather and traffic to help you plan the day. Bridgett talked to 7-year-old author Giovanni McPherson about the inspiration behind his book “Giovanni’s Slam Dunk Dreams.”. The...
Universal Orlando Unveils Exclusive 'Florida Unlimited Days Ticket' for Local Residents
Florida locals, it's time to buckle up for a wild ride as Universal Orlando Resort has just dropped a bombshell of an offer exclusively for you. For $199 plus tax, the "Florida Unlimited Days Ticket" is knocking on your door, bidding you to hop between the Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios any day you please, right up until the twilight of December 18, as reported by ClickOrlando.
Orlando police search for missing 75-year-old man with dementia
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando police are searching for a missing 75-year-old man who has dementia. Miguel Vera was last seen around 2 a.m. Friday in the area of South Kirkman Road and Raleigh Street, police said on social media. Vera is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and 150 pounds...
‘Ragtime The Musical’ coming to downtown Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. – Little Radical Theatrics is presenting its 15th anniversary production of the hit Broadway musical, “Ragtime.”. The musical takes place in early 20th century America. It tells the story of three families from three different backgrounds, and their pursuit of the American dream while living in New York.
Greater Orlando schools drive workforce readiness through innovation
July 2024 — Educational leaders in the Greater Orlando region are pioneering innovative methods to enhance workforce development and prepare students for future careers. These initiatives are crucial as they aim to bridge the gap between academic learning and the practical skills needed in the workforce — one of the most pressing issues across industries today.
UCF Hosts Summer 2024 Commencement Aug. 2-3
UCF will award more than 4,460 degrees during three commencement ceremonies at Addition Financial Arena Aug. 2-3, sending a talented group of highly skilled graduates into careers in high-demand fields across our region and throughout Florida. This year’s graduates will also hear from three well-respected Knights — Orange County Arts...
DTO Façade Program aid for 24 E. Washington St.
City Council approved funding assistance of up to $300,000 for proposed facade improvements at 24 E. Washington St., which includes restaurants Loading Zone Philly Steaks and Gringos Locos. The application includes plans to update the roof, paint, stucco, signage, windows and doors and to make other improvements.
Orlando Magic still need to figure out what their heart and soul is worth
The Orlando Magic had completed most of their offseason work when Jeff Weltman met with the media to introduce Kentavious Caldwell-Pope informally in early July. They had added the veteran guard to bolster their starting lineup. They retained Goga Bitadze, Moritz Wagner and Gary Harris to maintain a deep bench. They signed Franz Wagner to a max extension and renegotiated Jonathan Isaac's contract.
Spectrum hosts event to present donation to Covenant House
Spectrum hosted an event to present a donation of $10,000 to Covenant House in support of helping youth who face homelessness on July 18. Orlando City Commissioner Shan Rose joined Spectrum to present the Spectrum Employee Community Grant at Covenant House. The Covenant House is a non-profit organization that strives...
iHeart Launches Retro 97.9 In Orlando Suburbs
Joining the “Magic” branded stations the company has launched in Miami, Fort Myers, Tucson and multiple HD subchannels across the country since last November, that brand was not available for use in the Orlando market due to iHeart AC “Magic 107.7” WMGF. W250CE covers the southern suburbs of Orlando in the Kissimmee area.
This historic fairytale home with over 60 acres is for sale near Orlando for $1.8M
A rare custom-built home fit for a fairytale is now on the market just outside of Orlando, and it comes with enough land for its own army of woodland creatures. The home, located at 46646 Jane Lane in Paisley, was built in 1958 and sits atop a 60-acre lot, all surrounded by an 18-acre private lake. Filled with handcrafted details and traditional charm throughout, the home comes with three bedrooms, four baths and a total 2,668 square feet of living space.
Celebrity Sighting NEWS! One Power Couple Just Paid a Visit to Disney World
Celebrities visiting Disney theme parks are nothing new. Ever since Disneyland opened in 1955, politicians, actors, musicians, and sports figures have been making highly publicized visits to the company’s theme parks. However, it’s not often that a massive celebrity power couple that combines the worlds of sports and music visits together!
Florida gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
State gas prices fell for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.30 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.44 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 1 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $2.81 on Dec. 18, 2023, and as...
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