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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.
Orlando man pleads guilty to smuggling firearms hidden in refrigerator
ORLANDO, Florida — Yessen Vasquez Tolentino, a 37-year-old from Apopka, has pleaded guilty to one count of smuggling goods from the United States, according to a press release from the United States Attorney's Office. Vasquez Tolentino faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison, with a sentencing...
Drive-by shooting outside local home lands Marion man behind bars
A 36-year-old Weirsdale man was arrested earlier this week after he allegedly shot an individual outside a local residence during an argument over his ex-girlfriend. On Monday, July 22, Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the 13400 block of SE Sunset Harbor Road in Weirsdale in reference to a shooting incident. Upon arrival, they observed a male victim laying on the front porch of a home, according to the arrest report.
Madison Sciortino: Thriving in Softball Through Skill, Dedication, and Teamwork
Madison Sciortino: Thriving in Softball Through Skill, Dedication, and Teamwork Madison Sciortino, a rising star from Winter Springs, Florida, set to graduate in 2027, is making waves in fastpitch softball with her versatile skills and impressive achievements. As a key player for the Hatters Gold 16u Birle team under Coach Eric Birle, Madison showcases her prowess across multiple positions—catcher, third base, and outfield—demonstrating her adaptability and commitment to excellence on the field. Join Today to Get Unlimited Access to Extra Inning Softball Already a Extra Inning Member? Log In Do you know a team, coach, player or organization that deserves...
Winding Oaks Farm in Ocala sells for $31.7 million to Palm Beach County developer
Development of the former Winding Oaks Farm property in Ocala has advanced another step. Here's what we know: What's the latest at Winding Oaks Farm in Ocala? The former Winding Oaks Farm has sold for $31.7 million, according to a deed on file with the court clerk. ...
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...
Sanford police release 911 calls after online headphone sale turns deadly
SANFORD, Fla. — Newly released 911 calls offer insight into the chaos after a man wasshot and killed in Sanford. Police say Saturday night, around 9:30, 22-year-old Brandon Leo had pulled into the driveway of a home on West Third Street in Sanford. He intended to sell a pair of headphones in a transaction he arranged online, but it ended with shots fired after two people approached his pickup.
Ocala man sells 'cocaine and fentanyl pills' to undercover detective
A drug bust in Indian River County led to the arrest of a 52-year-old man who traveled from Ocala to sell cocaine and counterfeit oxycodone pills, deputies said. A months-long investigation, led by special investigations unit, that involved multiple individuals from outside the county resulted in the seizure of over two kilograms of cocaine and nearly eight ounces of pressed fentanyl pills, which were being trafficked into the county, the Indian River County Sheriff's Office announced Friday.
Ocoee Police Department Identifies Terry DeWayne Werst as Victim in Starke Lake Drowning
The Ocoee Police Department disclosed the identity of a drowning victim from a recent incident at Starke Lake. In a somber update provided early Thursday, authorities confirmed that 31-year-old Terry DeWayne Werst was the man whose life met an aquatic end, according to a report from WFTV. On July 17,...
Wildwood Elementary Principal Brittany Brown Leads School from ‘C’ to ‘A’ in First Year
Principal Brittany Brown along with her incredible group of faculty have made significant strides at Wildwood Elementary School. Principal Brown went from the classroom to assistant principal to principal at Wildwood Elementary. In doing so she elevated the program to new heights. Principal Brown is a proud graduate of the...
Toni Breidinger Talks 2025 Plans, Certain Drivers Wrecking Women, & Hailie Deegan
Toni Breidinger had a good car and ran inside the top 7 through most of the July 19 ARCA race at Indianapolis Raceway Park and appeared to be destined for a good finish. However, it all changed with 28 laps remaining when NASCAR Truck Series regular Lawless Alan drove up the track into the side of the No. 25 car, sending her into the wall and ending her day.
World Equestrian Center named one of the world’s greatest destinations by TIME Magazine | PHOTOS
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The World Equestrian Center (WEC) in Ocala is known locally for its charm, service and amenities – especially by those in the equestrian sport circles. And, now WEC has a distinctive honor to validate it to a global audience. WEC has been selected by...
Villager’s ‘problem child’ facing felony charge after caught driving
A Villager’s “problem child” landed in jail after she was caught back behind the wheel. Lyn Ellen Kaminski, 61, of the Village of Silver Lake, was arrested at about 11 a.m. Thursday by the Lady Lake Police Department on a third degree felony charge of driving while license suspended. She was booked at the Lake County Jail and released after posting $10,000 bond.
Clermont police searching for man accused of stealing from Lowe's store
ORLANDO, Fla. - Clermont police are attempting to identify a man accused of stealing merchandise from a Lowe's home improvement store. According to police, around 9:21 a.m. on Monday, a man entered Lowe's store located at 1501 Sandy Grive Ave, stole merchandise, and returned it for a gift card. Police...
Homeless man arrested for trespassing at laundromat at shopping center
A homeless man in Leesburg who was arrested for trespassing at a laundromat in the Southside Shopping Center also had meth in his pocket. Officers responded to Spin City Laundry, located at 1321 S. 14th Street, regarding a trespass warning request around 2:49 a.m. Monday, according to an arrest report from the Leesburg Police Department.
Walmart employee allegedly steals fishing reel and generator from store
A Leesburg man working as a Walmart employee was arrested for stealing from the store on three occasions using the self-checkout lines. Officers responded to Walmart, located at 17030 U.S. Hwy. 441, regarding an employee shoplifting around 1:43 p.m. Tuesday, according to an arrest report from the Mount Dora Police Department.
JetBlue Airlines suing Florida over what it calls too much in corporate income tax
JetBlue Airways is suing the state of Florida for overcharging the airline by more than $631,630 in corporate income tax, according to its complaint that was filed in Leon County. The complaint, filed July 19 in Leon Circuit Civil court, says the airline contested the "entire amount of the additional corporate income...
Florida hopes to reduce ‘diagnostic odyssey’ for children with rare diseases
Tiem Strouse seemed like a perfectly healthy baby boy when he was born in 2013 in St. Petersburg. But at about 13 months, his development stalled. The baby words that had come early stopped. He would only walk on the balls of his feet and at times would spin around for no reason, mom Liz Strouse said. He also appeared to be suffering from night terrors.
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