Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Trump, Clinton roll & Rollercoaster retching

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Good morning. It's Wednesday, March 2. Democrat Hillary Clinton and Republican Donald Trump each won a majority of states on Super Tuesday building on their lead towards the party nomination. They now look towards Florida. Do you get sick easily on rollercoasters? You may want to avoid Universal's Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey coaster. See photos of the Forbes Travel Guide's best hotels in Florida. Here's what else is happening in Central Florida. Have a great day.

Today's Top Headlines

Clinton, Trump claim big Super Tuesday victories

Democrat Hillary Clinton and Republican Donald Trump, emboldened by commanding victories Tuesday across large swaths of the country, are beginning to focus on each other in the race for the White House. [More]

Universal's Harry Potter ride finds reputation for retching

The new Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride opening soon at Universal Studios Hollywood is almost identical to the original in Orlando - right down to the barfing. [More]

Report critical of Orange County homeless spending

One of the nation's leading experts on homelessness analyzed the millions of dollars Orange County is spending to end homeless. The findings aren't flattering. [More]

Winter Park Golf Course gets makeover after over 100 years

Beginning March 1, the 101-year-old Winter Park Golf Course closed for a $1.2 million renovation. It will open again sometime in September, city officials say. [More]

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Orange leaders listen to complaints about Pulte Homes

A lawyer for residents of Berkshire Park, a community of 140 townhouses, called on Orange County leaders to stop issuing building permits to Pulte Homes, which built two-story, mold-plagued units near Walt Disney World. [More]

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Today's Top Sports News

Dallas runs away from struggling Magic, 121-108

Needing to gain ground in their playoff chase, the Magic are looking to pull off wins that could be considered upsets. Tuesday night's game against the Dallas Mavericks certainly fit the description — until tip-off.[More]

Fournier: Injury not improving

Small forward Evan Fournier says he hopes to be back from a right wrist injury soon – and return to the Magic as a part of their future. He can become a restricted free agent this summer.  [More]

Gators fight, fizzle during loss to No. 22 Kentucky

The Florida Gators can't snap out of their slump to mount an NCAA Tournament run, falling to No. 22 Kentucky. [More]

Orlando City defender Rafael Ramos working on controlling temper this season

Orlando City defender Rafael Ramos is working on controlling temper this season after getting hit with multiple costly red and yellow cards last season. [More]

Stewart-Haas switch to Ford is bold NASCAR power play

Stewart-Haas Racing switch to Ford in 2017 is bold power play. [More]

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Today's Top Entertainment News

MercyMe to kick off SeaWorld's Praise Wave

Christian-music group MercyMe will lead off the 2016 edition of Praise Wave, a concert series spread over three consecutive Saturdays at SeaWorld Orlando theme park. [More]

Orlando Fringe Festival celebrates 25 years at party

When you hit the quarter-century mark, you deserve a party. And that's what the Orlando Fringe threw for itself Monday night at Orlando's Hard Rock Live. The organization's annual Fab Fringe fundraiser this year celebrated the upcoming 25th festival. [More]

'Curious Incident' leads 2016-17 Broadway season in Orlando

The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announced the upcoming productions Monday night. The biggest names in the lineup: best-play Tony winner "The Curious Incident of the Dog In the Night-Time" and best-musical Tony Winner "A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder." [More]

More Disney Springs stores revealed

Walt Disney World has announced more than two dozen new tenants for its expanded Disney Springs shopping and dining complex, including household names such as Coca-Cola, Lacoste, Anthropologie, Vera Bradley, Lucky Brand, Kate Spade and Sperry alongside new concepts, including an "athletic retail boutique experience" founded by Marcus Jordan, son of NBA star Michael Jordan. [More]

KSC's countdown clock gets new home

Time marches on at the Space Coast. The countdown clock visually tied to hundreds of launches has been moved near the entrance of the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. There will be a dedication ceremony at the Brevard County attraction on Tuesday morning. [More]

 
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