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I'm Steve Ruiz, online content editor 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 Wednesday, Aug. 16. In the days since the violence in Charlottesville, several Florida cities have taken steps to remove Confederate memorials, with politicians and candidates weighing in on the politically fraught debate.

Scott Maxwell takes a stance on visas that allow for importing foreign workers to fill low-paying jobs.

Finally, want to eat out in Central Florida but not pay too much? Check out our Cheap Eats gallery.

Today's Top Headlines

 

In Charlottesville aftermath, Florida cities grapple with Confederate statues

What should Florida cities do with Confederate memorials in the wake of the violence in Charlottesville? [More]

 

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Trump again blames 'both sides' for Charlottesville violence

President Donald Trump revived his declaration that "both sides" were to blame for deadly violence at a white supremacist rally in Charlottesville. [More]

 

Visas for low-wage workers are bad for Florida wages

Special visas for low-wage workers are bad for Florida wages [More]

 

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Florida's gator hunt kicks off; competition expected to be fierce

About 6,000 hunters received permits to capture up to two alligators. [More]

 

Olszewski wins GOP primary for state House seat

Winner of State House District 44 election to face Democrat in October. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

UCF eager to be embraced as Orlando’s hometown team

UCF unveils its new Orlando's hometown team initiative and aims to plant the Knights' flags all over Central Florida. [More]

 

Gators’ starting QB race has no end in sight

UF left tackle Martez Ivey joked the Gators' starting QB job could be a 'game-time decision' for season opener. [More]

 

Oak Ridge football players help needy kids

Oak Ridge football players donate school supplies for needy kids [More]

 

Kevin Harvick disrespects Earnhardt legacy, NASCAR history with shots at Junior

The chaotic NASCAR business model now includes civil war after Kevin Harvick took on Dale Earnhardt Jr. for being too popular. That is so disrespectful on many levels. [More]

 

Orlando Pride eager to hold onto NWSL playoff position

After pulling ahead of the NWSL cutline Saturday, the Orlando Pride are fighting to stay in playoff position. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

MasterChef winner Shaun O'Neale coming to Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Shaun O'Neale winner of the seventh season of MasterChef will be in the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. [More]

 

Flavors of Spain come alive at La Merce in Winter Park

La Merce Restaurant and Market offers a taste of Spain with a particular emphasis on the country’s seafood fare. [More]

 

Filmed near Disney, 'The Florida Project' trailer shows off Central Florida

The first trailer for 'The Florida Project,' which was shot in Central Florida, provides a look at an Oscar hopeful. [More]

 

'America's Got Talent,' 'Unabomber,' Ricardo Montalban: Today

'Manhunt: Unabomber' features Jane Lynch, 'America's Got Talent' goes live, and TCM celebrates Ricardo Montalban. [More]

 

Arabic rapper Qusai returns for show in 'second home' Orlando

Co-host of "Arabs Got Talent," Qusai Kheder will perform at House of Blues in Disney Springs. [More]

 

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