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Orlando-area Rep. Amesty resigns as notary, blocking state probe into her conduct
Central Florida Rep. Carolina Amesty resigned her notary commission last month, blocking a probe by the governor’s office into whether she violated the state’s notary laws. The notary division of the governor’s office began an investigation of the freshman lawmaker’s conduct, one of two initiated by a state...
How Orlando's May TDT collections fared
Orange County's tourist development tax collections were up in May from the prior year.<\p> Orange County Comptroller Phil Diamond said proceeds from the tax on hotels and short-term rentals hit $28.38 million for the month, higher than May 2023 by $2.2 million. Through May, TDT collections are down for the year compared to last year by $1.1 million. <\p>
FDOT Advances Congestion-Relief Projects on I-4 Near Orlando, Aiming for Completion by 2025
Floridians who navigate the perpetually busy Interstate 4 can expect some relief from the persistent crawl of congestion, as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has expedited a series of infrastructure upgrades, according to WFTV and a press release by FDOT. Originally projecting the completion of the Moving Florida Forward project by 2030, authorities have revised the timeline, bringing forward the commencement of two key segments at ChampionsGate and World Drive.
Take charge of your health with a trip to the Mediterranean (Diet) this summer
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County provides education and information to residents and businesses through workshops, publications, and mass media in the areas of family life, youth development, natural resources, horticulture, and agriculture. Current classes/events are listed on our events calendar. Urban Backyard Chicken Class (Online) Keeping chickens and producing your own...
OCPS Provides Summer Meals for Children at No Charge
OCPS provides summer meals for local children at no charge. There is no need to sign up. There are no forms. Just meals at no charge all summer long. Orange County Public Schools is offering meals at no charge to every student and all children 18 years and younger, thanks to the Summer BreakSpot program. However, schools will not serve meals for the summer feeding program from July 1st to 5th, as well as on Fridays.
West Coast Coffee Chain Planning Hamlin Location
A popular west coast coffee chain is continuing it’s expansion in Central Florida with a future location in Hamlin. According to a pre-application permit filed with Orange County, Dutch Bros Coffee will be occupying one of the few remaining vacant parcels at Hamlin. Dutch Bros currently has 3 stores...
Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month, celebrating the pride and resilience of individuals with disabilities. Join our training on "Supporting Colleagues from Underrepresented Groups" to create an inclusive and supportive workplace and learn more about being an ally!. Throughout this journey we will be leveraging courses from LinkedIn Learning. This requires...
Convicted Florida Killer Sentenced to Death
A convicted Florida killer was sentenced to death for the murder of a 19-year-old witness in a home invasion trial. The Honorable Judge Lisa T. Munyon in Orange County sentenced convicted murderer Bessman Charles Obinna Okafor to Death for the 2012 murder of 19-year-old Alex Zaldivar. The sentence, which has gripped the greater Orlando and Central Florida community, reflects the relentless pursuit of justice by the father of the slain victim and the State of Florida.
Man Indicted for Killing Two at Orlando After-Hours Business
A 31-year-old man has been indicted for killing two at an Orlando after-hours business. An Orange County grand jury formally indicted Christopher Haynes for two counts of First Degree Murder (with a Firearm). According to the State Attorney’s office, in the early morning hours of March 23rd, the two male...
Coffee chain brews up Horizon West location
Plans for a new location for Oregon-based coffee chain Dutch Bros (NYSE: BROS) have surfaced in fast-growing Horizon West.<\p> Orange County records show a request for preliminary review of a proposed Dutch Bros coffee shop on Hamlin Groves Trail, in Boyd Development Corp.'s Hamlin Town Center. <\p>
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