Friday, March 24, 2017

Health vote ultimatum & bomb-threats arrest

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I'm Tiffini Theisen, audience development specialist for OrlandoSentinel.com. Here are some top stories I don't want you to miss today. Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Good morning. It's Friday, March 24. Central Florida's Jewish community expressed relief that an Israeli-American teen was arrested in a series of hoax bomb threats to Jewish institutions worldwide.

Abandoning negotiations, President Trump on Thursday demanded a make-or-break vote on health care legislation in the House, threatening to leave Obamacare in place and move on to other issues if today's vote fails.

Browse a photo gallery of things to do this weekend in Orlando and Central Florida, including the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival, SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival and the Battle at Narcoossee Mill in St. Cloud.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Israeli-American teen arrested in bomb threats targeting Jewish centers worldwide

At least five threats were made in January against the Roth Family Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando campus and Chabad of South Orlando, forcing evacuations. [More]

 

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Trump demands Republicans vote on health care today or Obamacare stays

In a danger sign for Republicans, a Quinnipiac University poll found that people disapprove of the GOP legislation by 56 percent to 17 percent, with 26 percent undecided. [More]

 

Drought arrives in Central Florida

A stubborn dry spell in Florida has finally morphed into a “moderate” drought for much of the Orlando area, according to the widely watched U.S. Drought Monitor. [More]

 

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Orange County deputy reprimanded for failing to investigate assault that led to death

Deputy Sergio Uribe received a written reprimand and will have to attend remedial training on preliminary investigations. [More]

 

Man accused of trying to lure 10-year-old girl into car at Osceola Wal-Mart arrested

Osceola County Sheriff Russ Gibson said the suspect tried luring the girl into his car in both English and Spanish, but instead the girl ran inside the store and asked for help.  [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

High-flying White brothers having a Garden party for Gators, UCF hoops

Florida coach Mike White and UCF Athletics Director Danny White are presiding over a basketball resurgence at their programs. [More]

 

Magic growing pains continue last stretch of season

The final countdown nears, as Orlando plays out the last 10 games of the season, starting tonight against the Detroit Pistons in Amway Center. [More]

 

Robinson key leader for Gators during NCAA Tournament run

The junior forward said it's his job to be a leader on the Florida basketball team. [More]

 

FSU’s Patrick adjusting to new role, helping Akers

The former five-star recruit from Orlando Timber Creek High headlines FSU's deep running back group. [More]

 

Xavier upsets No. 2-seeded Arizona, 73-71

Xavier made an improbable run to its fourth Sweet 16 in eight years under Coach Chris Mack. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Hyperethnic restaurants appeal to adventurous diners

As certain ethnic cuisines such as Italian and Thai have become familiar, hyperethnic restaurants such as Kalienne's in Altamonte Springs feed the more adventurous diners. [More]

 

'Cars 3' tour gets started at Disney World

Its exhibits and activities will wend their way through two dozen cities leading up to the premiere of the animated feature, which will be in theaters June 16. [More]

 

First look: Eats at Universal Orlando's Volcano Bay

The newest water park will boast four dining spots: Kohola Reef Restaurant & Social Club, Whakawaiwai Eats, Bambu and The Feasting Frog. [More]

 

National Puppy Day: Meet these puppies with a purpose

Thursday was meant to bring help save orphaned puppies and bring awareness to the "horrors of puppy mills." [More]

 

Orlando's closest poker room a win for players

Orange City Racing and Card Club is well-run, friendly and offers a variety of games and betting limits. [More]

 

 
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