Saturday, May 6, 2017

Liquor store worries & AHCA

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I'm Isabelle D'Antonio, web producer for OrlandoSentinel.com. Here are some top stories I don't want you to miss this Saturday. Send me an email and let me know what you think. Have a great start to your weekend!

Good morning. It's Saturday, May 6. In our top spot, mom-and-pop liquor stores are scrambling to stop the "Whiskey and Wheaties" bill that would loosen the rules on where liquor can be sold.

In other news, Central Floridians wonder and worry about the Republican health-care reform bill that was passed by the U.S. House.

Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Check out a gallery of activities around Central Florida this weekend here.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Mom-and-pop liquor stores fear new grocery competition

Liquor stores are worried that a new law allowing the sale of spirits in grocery stores will mean the end of their business [More]

 

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Central Floridians wonder, worry about health care

The legislation, which was passed on a tight 217-213 vote, still has to get through the U.S. Senate. [More]

 

Villages wants to build new community in south Leesburg

The city of Leesburg is to decide Monday whether to sell 1,600 acres to the Villages retirement community to build a new piece of the development. [More]

 

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Amazon’s massive warehouse is on May 10 Orange County agenda

Orange County officials are set to begin on Wednesday a public review of a plan to build a sprawling warehouse for online retailer Amazon near Orlando International Airport. [More]

 

Everglades python hunter loves his job but hates to kill snakes

Florida is paying $8.10 an hour to hunt invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades, but Brian Hargrove says he'd work for free.  [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Orlando City focused on closing out road trip with three points in Houston

Orlando City is focused on rebounding from a loss in Toronto to grab three points in Houston before returning home [More]

 

Sorry, Charlie, but why wasn't USF judge ashamed of her degree during Jim Leavitt era?

Tampa judge ripped new USF coach Charlie Strong, but what about former coach Jim Leavitt? [More]

 

Travis Fisher helps turn UCF football into a defensive backs factory

UCF secondary coach Travis Fisher saw a record number five defensive backs sign NFL contracts in April 2017. [More]

 

Joey Logano, Penske Racing 'encumbered' by unethical perceptions

Joey Logano, Penske Racing 'encumbered' by unethical perceptions entering Talladega race [More]

 

Records: Aaron Hernandez was member of Bloods street gang

Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez was a member of the Bloods street gang and was disciplined for having gang paraphernalia, according to newly released documents. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Get a sneak peek at Disney's new fireworks show 'Happily Ever After'

Walt Disney World is set to retire “Wishes” and bring “Happily Ever After” to the Magic Kingdom with the latest technological bells and whistles as well as a motivational new song. [More]

 

Familiar titles fill Orlando Ballet's 2017-18 season

Swan Lake, The Nutracker lead off Orlando Ballet's 2017-18 season [More]

 

First Bite: The Polite Pig in Disney Springs

The Polite Pig opened recently in Disney Springs with plenty of barbecue, cocktails and more. [More]

 

5 ways to enjoy the Kentucky Derby in Central Florida

Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with events, food, and drink in Orlando. [More]

 

Chris Pine hosts 'SNL'; Diana inspires 2 specials

Adam Devine hosts the MTV Movie & TV Awards; NBC and ABC salute Diana; 'Blue Bloods' ends season. [More]

 

 
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