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Lake Commissioners deny proposed gas tax hike for road resurfacing

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/24 8:50A James Wilkins

After a lengthy discussion, and despite the support of dozens of prominent local organizations, Lake County Commissioners defeated a 5-cent local option gas tax that would have funded road resurfacing...

Maxwell: Orlando’s Rosen Hotels & Resorts CEO backs new tax on hotels

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/24 7:07A Scott Maxwell

For years, I’ve argued that Orange County should start using some of the piles of hotel taxes it collects each year on much-needed roads, buses and public safety — instead of...

Orange high school shuts down ‘Witchy Wednesday’ TV segment after complaint

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/24 6:10A Steven Walker

West Orange High School was told to shut down its Witchy Wednesday televised morning announcement this week after a local Christian group complained the segment violated some...

Rain chances higher, temps into 90s for Central Florida on Wednesday

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/24 1:06A Richard Tribou

Central Florida s chances for rain have increased on Wednesday as temperatures on the interior climb into the low 90s, according to the National Weather Service. Because of...

In battle against space weather, SpaceX set to launch 3 satellites 1 million miles away

Orlando Sentinel (Brinkmann On Business) 9/23 11:30P Richard Tribou

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER — SpaceX is set to launch early Wednesday to send up three satellites on a million-mile trip to tackle the mysteries of space weather including how to protect from the sun s...

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‘We have to get answers.’ Attorney casts doubt on safety of Epic Universe coaster

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 9/24 9:43A Skyler Swisher, Martin E. Comas

Despite Universal Orlando Resort’s claim a roller coaster functioned as intended when a 32-year-old man lost consciousness on it and died, attorney Ben Crump and his team on Wednesday cast doubt on...

Red Bull’s ‘Tandem Rollercoaster’ lands in Altamonte Springs this weekend

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 9/24 7:00A Patrick Connolly

Central Florida is getting a brand new roller coaster of sorts this weekend during a wild and wacky Red Bull competition in Altamonte Springs . Red Bull Tandem Rollercoaster presents an entertaining...

Kimmel returns to late night with an emotional monologue but no apologies following suspension

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 9/24 5:45A Associated Press

By DAVID BAUDER, AP Media Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Jimmy Kimmel offered no apologies in his return to late-night television and, in an emotional monologue where he appeared close to tears, said he was...

Reyes Mezcaleria and Tactical Brewing are getting stout and spicy

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 9/23 11:00P Amy Drew Thompson

Crying in one s beer is a decidedly American and largely country-western trope, a sad one at that, but as Hispanic Heritage Month kicked off on Sept. 15 (until Oct. 15), timed almost perfectly with...

This October at Orange County Library System: Halloween Happenings, Nicholas Sparks Tickets on Sale

My Central Florida Family 9/23 8:17A Brandi Zrallack

This October at Orange County Library System: Halloween Happenings, Nicholas Sparks Tickets on Sale This October at Orange County Library System: Halloween Happenings,...

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“Passport to Moromito Asia” Debuts – Iron Chef Morimoto is Taking Disney Springs Guests to Boston

Tasty Chomps 9/13 4:33A Ricky Ly

MORIMOTO ASIA CELEBRATES 10 YEARS AT DISNEY SPRINGS WITH ANNIVERSARY EVENT AND DEBUT OF NEW PASSPORT PROGRAM The restaurant launches “Passport to Morimoto Asia,” offering prizes like chef meet &...

Upcoming Event: Wine Tastings with Master Sommelier George Miliotes at Judson’s Live in Downtown...

Tasty Chomps 9/13 4:06A Ricky Ly

Judson’s Live is an intimate performance and event venue inside the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando. It’s designed for smaller-scale shows, workshops, and curated experiences...

NEW IN ORLANDO: Frights and Drink Flights – Halloween Themed Bars and Specialty Cocktails Debut at...

Tasty Chomps 9/13 3:26A Ricky Ly

Universal Orlando Hotels is celebrating spooky season with Halloween-themed bars and specialty cocktails available through Nov. 2 . Each hotel features a unique...

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Magic’s Tristan da Silva ready for 2nd season after ‘unforgettable’ summer

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 9/24 4:05A Jason Beede

Tristan da Silva saw an open lane from the top of the perimeter and cut to the basket. As a help defender from Great Britain shifted toward him, he swung the ball around and dumped it off to an open...

Pride’s play in Concacaf W Champions Cup brings them to Panama

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 9/15 8:25A Kyle Foley

The Orlando Pride have been struggling in NWSL play, but the Concacaf W Champions Cup presents a great opportunity for the defending champions to get back on track. Orlando...

Orlando City says they feel rested and ready as they travel to DC

Orlando City Soccer : Orlando Sentinel 9/12 7:19A Kyle Foley

Orlando City is back in action after the international break, and with only six games left in the regular season, the Lions face a tough fight in the table with several teams...

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What You Need to Know About Living in an HOA Community in Orlando, FL

Orlando Ave 9/23 6:38A tisner

If you’ve been house hunting in Orlando , chances are you’ve come across multiple listings that include the words “Homeowners Association” or “HOA.” While HOAs sometimes get a bad rap in the news, the...

From Curb Appeal to Closet Clutter: 7 Must-Fix Things Before Listing

Orlando Ave 9/16 7:26A tisner

When selling your home, it s important to remember that prospective buyers will be looking at it with a fresh perspective. Things you might not even notice could stand out to them. To make sure your...

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