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Orlando peer support group offers mental health respite at Eva’s Casita
Today is a good day for Emile Fox. Sipping on their iced coffee inside a hip coffee shop near downtown Orlando, Fox says they’re not 100%, but at least depression and psychosis didn’t steal this day. “It’s okay... I’m okay..” Fox says. The struggle of...
New competition for Magic free agency target emerges
After a rather uneventful draft for the Orlando Magic—they unsurprisingly picked Tristan da Silva in the first round and traded their second-round pick—free agency is the next big thing to look forward to. The Magic are one of the few playoff teams with plenty of cap space available this summer and are expected to make some noise.
Jalen Suggs joins Team USA Select Team for 2024; Reunites with Ex-Gonzaga Coach
Jalen Suggs, former Gonzaga standout and current Orlando Magic guard, has been named to the 2024 Team USA Select Team, joining a group of young talent to assist the senior men's national team in their preparations for the upcoming Olympics. Suggs was selected fifth overall in the 2021 NBA Draft...
Why Tennessee basketball recruit Shane Cherry said he will transfer from Austin-East to prep school
Austin-East basketball star guard Shane Cherry is transferring to the Academy of Central Florida in Orlando for his senior year, he confirmed to the Knoxville News Sentinel Friday. Cherry, a 5-foot-10, 155-pound guard with a Tennessee basketball offer, is a three-star prospect and the No. 2 player in Tennessee, according to the 247Sports rankings for the Class of 2025. He was a first team Knox News All-PrepXtra boys basketball team selection this past season. ...
Orlando International Airport Upgrades Gate Signage at Security Checkpoints
Orlando International Airport upgraded the security checkpoints for Gates 1-59 and Gates 70-129 with new, highly-visible signage. According to officials, these new large numbers are designed to promote accessible wayfinding and enhance the passenger journey experience throughout our airport.
Match Report: Orlando City B Plays to 2-2 Draw Against Atlanta United 2
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (June 26, 2024) – Orlando City B (4-4-6, 21 points) played to a 2-2 draw against Atlanta United II (3-6-3, 13 points) thanks to a Favian Loyola stoppage-time goal at Osceola County Stadium on Wednesday night. The Lions gained an extra point by winning the end-of-regulation shootout 5-3. Forward Wilfredo Rivera made his return to the starting lineup after spending two games with the First Team and gave the Lions an early 1-0 in the 11th minute. The score was Rivera’s fourth of the season, good for second-best on the team so far. Defender Alex Freeman picked up his fourth assist on the goal, which ties him with Yutaro Tsukada for most to date in 2024.
UCF students getting real-life experience through construction of Epic Universe
ORLANDO, Fla. — A group of graduate students at the University of Central Florida is gaining real-life experience through the construction of Epic Universe. Some even worked on the detailed concept art for Universal Orlando's new theme park. "It's interactive. It's not necessarily linear," said Peter Weishar, director of...
After Being Repeatedly Turned Down, Prospect Dainier Pero Is Set to Step Up
Trainer Bob Santos has announced that his heavyweight Dainier Pero should return to the ring on July 26 against a yet-to-be-named opponent. Pero (7-0, 5 KOs), 24, is the latest Cuban heavyweight aspiring to become his country’s first heavyweight titleholder. Discussing Pero’s upcoming fight, scheduled for the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida, Santos said, “He should be in a real good step-up type fight.”
Taking Stock of Big XII Transfer Classes: UCF
For all intents and purposes college basketball's 2024 transfer season is over although some schools could still add one or two more players prior to tipping off in November. However, in this age of highly paid transfers, many coaches could opt for quality over quantity, meaning they'll concentrate their NIL funds on several elite transfer prospects rather than scatter those finite moneys over more marginal prospects in an attempt to fill all 13 scholarship spots. They may prefer to roll the dice on injury and other attrition with nine or 10 scholarship players. Texas Tech, incidentally, has filled only 11 scholarship positions as of this writing and could stand pat. This is a calculated risk Grant McCasland and other coaches may be willing to run.
Spotlight: SAK Comedy Lab opens new theater in downtown Orlando
SAK Comedy Lab is an Orlando institution for improv, classes, and all things funny and extemporaneous. Since its 1991 beginnings in a former funeral home in downtown Orlando – yes, really – SAK has rolled with the punchlines (ahem) and changed locations when circumstances called for it. But...
Black Rooster Taqueria Shuts Down Curry Ford West Location in Orlando
Orlando's dining scene hit a bittersweet note this week with the closure of Black Rooster Taqueria's Curry Ford West location, according to WFTV. Patrons were able to enjoy their final brunch at the popular spot this past Sunday, marking the end of its brief history at the intersection of Curry Ford Road and South Crystal Lake Drive.
EDC Orlando 2024 lineup features the highest number of B2B performances in Insomniac history
EDC Orlando has revealed a record-breaking highest amount of b2b billings in Insomniac history for its thirteenth edition. This fall, EDC Orlando returns to Tinker Field, bringing along a record-breaking amount of back-to-back (B2B) performances. The festival celebrates thirteen years by booking 13 rare collaborative performances—the highest for the iconic festival franchise.
Former onePULSE executive director outlines ‘failures’ in memo months before dissolution
We are now learning of new allegations related to misuse of funds within the onePULSE Foundation.The former executive director Deborah Bowie sent what was then- a confidential memo to board members.
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