Monday, January 4, 2016

Gifted students school & NFL season over in Florida

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Welcome to the first work week of the new year. It's Monday, Jan. 4. The temperatures dropped yesterday and Central Floridians bundled up, put on a brave face, and headed out into the cold world. Read what folks had to say about the cold weather and check out today's forecast. And the NFL season ended yesterday for Florida's teams as the Jags, Bucs, and Fins failed to make the playoffs. Have a great day.

Today's Top Headlines

Gifted students could soon have their own schools in Orange

Orange County Public Schools is at the early stages of developing two magnet schools specifically designed for gifted elementary and middle school students. The first of their kind in Orange, the schools would be open to students throughout the county who are considered gifted. [More]

Small stretch of Wekiva Parkway is big milestone

No ribbon will be cut and it's not clear how many drivers will fork up four quarters to get on the short segment of new road, but the debut of several miles of Wekiva Parkway in Lake and Orange counties later this month will mark a milestone. [More]

Braving the (relative) chill at Lake Eola

It doesn't happen often. But when it does, Central Floridians must bundle up, put on a brave face, and head out into the cold world. It was 55 degrees Sunday. During the day. [More]

What's new at Florida's cruise ports in 2016?

See which ports will get which ships as new builds make their way to Florida in 2016. [More]

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Fans turn love of Disney into income as travel agents

Disney travel agents set up everything from FastPass times to hotel reservations. In return they earn commissions from Disney and some enjoy perks such as annual free tickets and discounted hotel rooms. [More]

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Today's Top Sports News

Orlando Magic face potential crossroads to their season

The Orlando Magic have lost their last two games. But more importantly, the quality of their defense has eroded in recent weeks. If the defense continues to struggle, a season that started in a promising fashion could turn into a disappointment. [More]

Florida's NFL teams fail to make grades -- and playoffs -- again

Dolphins, Jaguars and Bucs fail to make grades again – and playoffs – despite progress in losing 2015 NFL season. [More]

Dolphins win finale over Patriots, begin looking toward next season

The Miami Dolphins defeated New England, 20-10, in their season finale and after finishing 6-10, they start looking to building for next season. [More]

Texans roll past Jaguars 30-6 to clinch AFC South

Texans' defense, running game play key roles in 30-6 victory over Jaguars. [More]

Cam Newton's 4 TDs spark Panthers past Bucs 38-10 as Carolina wraps up NFC's top seed

Carolina earns NFC's No. 1 playoff seed for first time in franchise history. [More]

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Today's Top Entertainment News

Four Orlando theme park additions worth watching in 2016

We hereby resolve to check out these attractions, which are coming to Central Florida in 2016. Precise opening dates have not been revealed, and details have been sparse. The parks have nailed the "keep 'em wondering" status, but here's what we know and why you should care. [More]

Review: Kristin Chenoweth brings Broadway star power to Orlando's New Year's Eve

Kristin Chenoweth performed at Orlando's Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts for New Year's Eve. [More]

New Year's Eve at the Dr. Phillips Center

Orlando's Dr. Phillips Center hosts a New Year's Eve gala [More]

'Downton Abbey' review: Sentimental final season starts slow, but deepens

The final season of "Downton Abbey" starts slowly, even by the show's stately standards. [More]

Natalie Cole, Grammy-winning singer, dies at 65: 'Her light will shine forever'

Grammy-winning singer Natalie Cole, the daughter of jazz legend Nat "King" Cole who carried on his musical legacy, has died. [More]

 
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