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Star spangled celebrations, sales happening at Central Florida theme parks for Fourth of July
ORLANDO, Fla. – AAA predicts Independence Day travel will reach new records both nationally and in Florida, with Orlando being a top destination. And that means Central Florida theme parks will likely see an uptick in crowds. Below is a round-up of what you can look forward to if...
Florida Bar confirms investigation into 2 Worrell prosecutors over deputy’s indictment
The Florida Bar is investigating two former prosecutors for the Orange-Osceola State Attorney after they were accused of botching an aggravated battery case against an Orange County deputy, the Orlando Sentinel has learned. The investigation centers on claims that attorneys David Fear and Alfredo Zamora violated ethics rules in prosecuting Deputy Bruce Stolk when they worked under ...
UCF saw the writing on the wall and knew they needed to get to the Power 5 fast
This time last year, UCF was getting ready to make their "Big" move to a new conference. On July 1, 2023, UCF officially became a member of the Big 12, and they did it just in time. What do I mean by that you ask?. Well, due to recent developments...
Orlando Science Charter School East Campus Announces Leadership Team
Orlando Science Schools (OSS), a tuition-free public charter school system that offers a unique blend of well-rounded learning and STEM excellence opportunities, recently named its leadership team for the new K-8 East Orlando campus, opening in August for the 2024-2025 school year. The new campus will be led by Principal...
New Japanese dessert concept opening in new Mills 50 retail strip
A new Japanese dessert concept called KORI Bakery and Dessert (Instagram) is opening in a newly-built retail strip at 725 N. Mills Avenue, near the Colonial Drive intersection. The site where the old 7-Eleven was demolished back in 2020. Kori will specialize in Japanese sweets like fancy iced drinks, kakigori...
Leading Riders and Fresh Faces Stack Colonial Downs
The leading riders of each of the past five years will return to Colonial Downs for what appears to be an ultra-competitive 2024 season of racing. At 23% and with $1,527,937 in purse earnings, Antonio Gallardo raised the 2023 trophy with 34 wins in his debut local meet. Gallardo will be lining up in the gates against Colonial's seven-time title holder and all-time winningest jockey, Horacio Karamanos. Jevian Toledo, leading rider in 2022, is confirmed for this year's colony. Leading rider in both 2019 and 2020, Trevor McCarthy will bring his tack back to New Kent from the New York circuit.
Newsy Nuggets: DaJen Eats, Parkview, Imperial, Acropolis and 1921 Mountain Dora
DaJen Eats, the vegan Jamaican restaurant that opened in Eatonville seven years ago, has closed. Its owner and chef, Jenn Ross, went on vacation a month ago and decided to not come back. She wrote on DaJen’s Facebook page that she told her best friend: “I’d stop when it’s not fun any more; when I stop learning and discovering; when the work becomes a chore and a price I’m unwilling to pay. In the past, quiet times led to many dark thoughts but this period of rest simply left me aching for new discoveries.”
SeaWorld Orlando Welcomes the Return of “Bands, Brew & BBQ”
Summer Spectacular is Better Than Ever at SeaWorld Orlando with the Return of “Bands, Brew & BBQ”, Featuring All-New Food, Incredible Headline Concerts and Entertainment for the Whole Family. Eight Sizzling Weekends of Music, BBQ, and Fun Starting July 6 through August 25th. Beat the Summer Heat and...
runDisney Unwraps a First Look at 12Ks of Christmas Medals
With just 6 months till Christmas, runDisney is lacing up their running shoes in anticipation of their 2024 runDisney Virtual 12Ks of Christmas. Disney Parks Blog has shared a look at the medals participants of runDisney’s Virtual 12Ks of Christmas will receive. The series of three 4K races, which...
National champion golfer, Ian Supra Memorial Foundation team up for charity golf tournament
The fourth annual Brendan Valdes Charity Golf Scramble vs. Pediatric Cancer, in partnership with the Ian Supra Memorial Foundation, was held Monday, June 24, at the Orange Tree Golf Club in Dr. Phillips. HOW TO HELP. “It has been amazing to be able to help these kids through golf,” Valdes...
Fun Spot has new chaperone policy for anyone under 21
ORLANDO, Fla. — Fun Spot America is implementing an updated chaperone policy, the family owned and operated business announced Tuesday. It requires anyone under 21 years of age to be accompanied by an adult 21 years or older effective immediately. The policy includes both Orlando and Kissimmee locations, a...
Invest 95L: Forecasters increase potential for development of eastern Atlantic tropical wave
ORLANDO, Fla. - An area of interest, designated Invest 95L, in the Atlantic Ocean, now has a medium-high chance of development this weekend. The Lesser Antilles could experience a tropical storm or low-end hurricane late Sunday into Monday. Formation chances now stand at 60% over the next seven days. Historically, hurricanes in the Caribbean during July are rare. However, an unusually favorable window for tropical development appears to be emerging next week.
Don’t miss out on ‘Les Misérables’ at Dr. Phillips Center
ORLANDO, Fla. – “I dreamed a dream” ... and in that dream, I did not wait this long to see one of the world’s greatest musicals ever, “Les Misérables.”. The Tony Award-winning musical is the final Broadway in Orlando production for the 2023-2024 season and runs at the Dr. Phillips Center through Sunday, June 30.
Are Soaring Home Insurance Costs Pushing Homeowners Into Foreclosure?
Foreclosure filings are rising in several Southern cities vulnerable to major storms, and the rising cost of home insurance has been blamed for the financial distress on homeowners. In Houston, foreclosure filings in the first quarter were up 36.5% year over year, according to data from ATTOM. Other large increases...
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