Thursday, December 31, 2015

New Year's Eve & Disney security

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Happy New Year's Eve! It's Thursday, Dec. 31 and the new year is almost here. Leading the news is Walt Disney World has tightened its gun policies and is adding sheriff's deputies on horseback to beef up security. Are you looking for New Year's Eve celebrations? Here's a list. And if you need a ride home tonight, tech options abound for revelers who party too hard. Have a great day.

Today's Top Headlines

Disney adds sheriff's horse patrols, tightens gun policies

Walt Disney World is beefing up security even more, having sheriff's deputies patrol on horseback at its nighttime entertainment district and tightening gun policies. [More]

Cops: Mom shot, killed daughter mistaken for intruder

A St. Cloud mom shot and killed her 27-year-old daughter, who she thought was breaking into her home late Tuesday night. [More]

3 Allegiant flights from Orlando diverted

Three Allegiant flights that departed from Orlando Sanford Airport in the last week were diverted after mechanical issues were discovered mid-flight. [More]

'First Day Hike' at state parks offer opportunity to exercise, explore

The "First Day Hike," on Jan. 1, allows visitors to any of the state's 45 parks to immerse themselves in the vegetation and wildlife of the region, all while getting some exercise, the Florida State Parks website states. [More]

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Options for a safe way home tonight

From mobile apps to ride-sharing services, Orlando revelers have some options that can make sure their New Year's Eve party doesn't end in a jail cell or with something even worse. [More]

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Today's Top Sports News

Tobias Harris delivers a boost in Magic's 100-93 comeback win over the Nets

For two and a half quarters Wednesday night, the Orlando Magic sleepwalked against the Brooklyn Nets, playing with minimal energy on both ends of the court. Those kinds of lulls surface at times during a long NBA season, and they can lead to costly defeats. [More]

Apopka's Ty Darlington driven to help others, propel Oklahoma to national title

Apopka's Ty Darlington is a leader at Oklahoma, where he is driven to help others and propel the Sooners to a national title. [More]

Bianchi: The real reason Jim McElwain blessed Will Grier's transfer

Everybody was astounded a few days ago when former starting quarterback Will Grier announced he was transferring from the University of Florida. Perhaps the only person who wasn't surprised was coach Jim McElwain, who I am convinced is secretly relieved Grier and all of the drama surrounding him is now gone. [More]

Orlando City navigated ups, downs in an eventful 2015

Orlando City navigated ups and downs in an eventful 2015, from its debut in MLS to a change in direction in the front office leading the franchise. [More]

UF's Doug Nussmeier will face a familiar foe when Gators meet Michigan in Friday's Citrus Bowl

UF offensive coordinator Doug Nussmeier was fired along with coach Brady Hoke's staff after one season at Michigan. A year later, Nussmeier's Gators will face the Wolverines in the Citrus Bowl. [More]

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Today's Top Entertainment News

Meet the new acts at Cirque's 'La Nouba': B-boys and aerial bamboo

Cirque du Soleil's "La Nouba," a fixture at Walt Disney World, adds two new acts to the show. [More]

2016 dining trends for Orlando

Here are food writer Heather McPherson's Top 5 predictions for local dining and a quick reminder of exciting new eateries on the horizon. [More]

Gala of the Royal Horses keeps traditions alive

Gala of the Royal Horses shows at Silver Spurs Arena in Kissimmee and CFE Arena in Orlando on Jan. 2 and Jan. 3. [More]

Best of 2015: Fantastic time for art

What were the local art highlights of 2015? Terry Hummel weighs in. [More]

Hal Boedeker: 'Brooklyn' best movie of 2015

"Brooklyn" is best movie of 2015, and "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" lifts Hollywood at year's end. [More]

 
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