Thursday, May 5, 2016

I-Drive 360 green space & State GOP moves towards Trump

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Good morning. It's Thursday, May 5. The courtyard at I-Drive 360 has become a lush, green haven for the tourism district. "That green space has certainly become the centerpiece," said John Stine, director of marketing and sales for the complex, which opened a year ago. Florida Republicans started making their peace with Donald Trump as their party's nominee for president. "Like in any primary process, there's always healing," said Orange County Republican Party chairman Lew Oliver.

Have a look at photos of red carpet fashion from the Met Gala. Here's what else is happening in Central Florida. Have a great day.

Today's Top Headlines

I-Drive 360 celebrates year of surprises, change

The courtyard at the front of I-Drive 360, an entertainment complex on International Drive, has become a popular green space guests visiting the tourist district since opening a year ago. [More]

Orange, Osceola top in state for fentanyl, heroin deaths

Orange and Osceola counties also had the highest number of deaths from morphine, and ranked just second in deaths from heroin and cocaine compared to other areas in Florida, according to the Florida Medical Examiners Commission's report. [More]

Florida Republicans move slowly toward Trump

Florida Republicans on Wednesday started making their peace with Donald Trump as their party's nominee for president. [More]

Orlando prepares to award bid on Colonial Drive overpass

The city of Orlando is preparing to award an Apopka firm the $8.7 million project to build a pedestrian overpass of Colonial Drive. [More]

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Beth Kassab: Rick Scott shamelessly plugs low wages in Florida

Florida's governor tries to lure jobs from other states such as California. But what is there to show for it? [More]

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Today's Top Sports News

Mike Bianchi: After NFL Draft, even Jaguars have more hope than the Magic

The Jacksonville Jaguars are being lauded for their selections in the NFL Draft. If only NBA teams like the Orlando Magic could go from worst to first in one season. [More]

Copa América good for city of Orlando but has drawbacks for Orlando City

The Copa América Centenario tournament is expected to be good for city of Orlando as it aims to be part of a future World Cup bid, but the event has drawbacks for Orlando City. [More]

Orlando Magic have chosen their 2016 NBA Draft Lottery representatives

Rob Hennigan and Pat Williams will represent the Orlando Magic at the 2016 NBA Draft Lottery. [More]

Is Kelly Slater's artificial wave the future of surfing?

Surfers had never seen a spot like it: head-high waves unfurling like wrapping paper in pristine, tapering cylinders for more than a quarter-mile, with not a soul out to catch them. [More]

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3 for all: Cavaliers make record 25 3-pointers, rout Hawks

J.R. Smith made seven 3-pointers and the Cleveland Cavaliers drained an NBA-record 25 3s in a 123-98 runaway win over the Atlanta Hawks. [More]

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Today's Top Entertainment News

Tegan Marie's country-music dreams to come true in Orlando

Country music singer Tegan Marie, 12, will open for idol Hunter Hayes at Call of the Wild concert in Orlando on Friday, May 6. [More]

7 spots your mom will love for Mother's Day in Orlando

It can be hard to shop for mom, even if her gift requests for Mother's Day (Sunday, May 8) aren't as metaphorical. Here are seven ideas — for everyone from nature lovers to those who love soccer. [More]

Start planning a meal out with mom

Are your Mother's Day plans in the works? Consider treating mom to a meal out. The following restaurants are featuring brunches or other specials on Mother’s Day, May 8. I’ll be updating the list as I learn of more special meals. [More]

Star Wars Celebration returning to Orlando in 2017

Star Wars Celebration, a major fan convention billed as the "ultimate fan experience focused on a galaxy far, far away" returns to Orlando Easter Weekend 2017. [More]

'Captain America: Civil War' review: Satisfying superheroism

Read Michael Phillips' review of "Captain America: Civil War" starring Chris Evans, Elizabeth Olsen, Jeremy Renner, Paul Rudd, and Anthony Mackie. [More]

 
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