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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.
Darryl Reuben Hall Brings New Cabaret to Winter Park Playhouse
WINTER PARK — Darryl Reuben Hall recently draw high praise for his role as Four Eyed Moe in the Winter Park Playhouse’s sold-out production of Five Guys Named Moe. Now Hall is heading back to the Playhouse in September to introduce his new Solo Cabaret show. I Booked...
2024 UCF Football Position Preview: The Quarterbacks
The UCF Knights have added Arkansas transfer KJ Jefferson as their starting quarterback for the 2024 season, enhancing their offensive strategy under coach Gus Malzahn. Jefferson, standing at 6-3 and 247 pounds, brings 39 SEC starts with a total of 9,787 yards and 88 touchdowns, providing a powerful presence compared to last year's nimble quarterback, John Rhys Plumlee. Behind him, Miami transfer Jacurri Brown serves as QB2, while freshmen EJ Colson, Dylan Rizk, and Riley Trujillo compete for future considerations, promising depth. As expectations soar, Jefferson is poised for an impactful season, potentially leading UCF to significant accolades this year.
Orlando Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Reentry After Multiple Deportations
In a case that underscores the complexities of immigration law enforcement, Daniel Hernandez-Casiano, a 44-year-old man from Orlando, has entered a guilty plea for the federal offense of illegal reentry into the United States after deportation, an action that could see him face up to two decades behind bars, his sentencing is set for the fall, on November 4, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida.
Dash fall to Orlando Pride in return to league play
The Houston Dash fell to the Orlando Pride Friday night at Shell Energy Stadium. Orlando came away with the 1-0 win in both teams return to NWSL league play following the Summer Olympics and the NWSL x Liga MX Summer Cup. Following their momentum from consecutive wins in the Summer...
Hurricane center watching 2 tropical waves. FL to see thunderstorms as tax holiday kicks off
The tropics remained calm as a sales tax holiday for hurricane and other disaster supplies kicked off Saturday, but severe weather could affect portions of Florida over the weekend. Tropical cyclone activity is not expected over the next seven days, the National Hurricane Center reported in its latest update. ...
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.
DeSantis unveils $5.8M plan for park, Space Coast Regional Airport project
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. - Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday announced $5.8 million in state money to help connect a new industrial park to the Space Coast Regional Airport in Brevard County. DeSantis said the money, which will come from the state’s Job Growth Grant Fund, will be used for roads....
Potbelly Sandwich Shop begins interior buildout of new restaurant
The Chicago-based Potbelly Sandwich Shop has been issued an interior buildout permit for a new restaurant here. The new restaurant will be located at 870 North U.S. Hwy. 27/441 Suite C, n the plaza adjacent to Starbucks, at the intersection of Rolling Acres Road, according to information obtained from the Lady Lake Building Department.
Florida is much safer than Washington D.C.
Dear Mr. Osgood: The only logical way to look at murder rates is homicides per capita. Cherrypicking a total deaths number without reference to the number of residents in a state is foolish at best and disingenuous at worst. Florida was ranked 27th in the United States with 5.0 deaths...
Osceola buries Treasure Coast in opener, 21-7
Heading into Friday’s home opener against Treasure Coast, Osceola coach Eric Pinellas wanted to see his team control possession by running the ball on offense and dominate on defense. After a two hour and 30 minute lightning delay, Pinellas saw his Kowboys check both boxes with a convincing 21-7 win over Treasure Coast – a team that beat Osceola twice last season.
Panthers Going Independent Should Level Playing Field With Five Home Games This Season
When nearby Tohopekaliga opened a half decade ago, it created a huge problem for Gateway Athletics. Not only did it syphon off half of the Panthers student population (including half its athletes) but it dropped the Panther classification – forcing them into one of the largest and far-reaching districts in the state, where they were often over-matched with Polk County powerhouse teams.
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