Sunday, August 6, 2017

Pollution notices & John Land statue

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

Good morning. It's Sunday, August 6. First up, after Gov. Scott mandated companies to report their pollution to the media, industry groups fought to have it overturned.

Next, longtime Apopka Mayor John Land rarely wore his wedding band, but will forever in his new statue.

Looking for something to do today? Check out a gallery of events and activities in Central Florida here.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Businesses bucked Gov. Rick Scott's rule to notify public about pollution

After the governor mandated companies to report their pollution directly the media, industry groups representing thousands took their battle to the courts and state to have it overturned. [More]

 

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John Land's widow: Part of the former mayor's statue doesn't ring true

Longtime Apopka Mayor John Land rarely wore his wedding band, but he'll wear one forever in his statue. [More]

 

Apopka adds fire stations to improve response times, save lives

Booming growth in Apopka is leading the city to add firefighters and new fire stations to shorten emergency response times. [More]

 

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Trump begins 17-day 'working vacation' at his New Jersey golf club

President Donald Trump, who knocked his predecessor's work ethic and said he probably wouldn't take vacations as president, has settled in for 17 days at his New Jersey golf club. [More]

 

Swallow-tailed kites thrill Florida photographers, worry experts

Swallow-tailed kites in Florida are captivating, say people who know the birds. But wildlife experts fears photographer's enspectacular fliers are favorites. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Orlando City concedes late goal to fall 2-1 in Montreal

Orlando City gave up a late goal and fell 2-1 on the road against the Montreal Impact. [More]

 

Hyde: Taylor cries, laughs in emotional Hall induction speech | Commentary

Former Miami Dolphins star Jason Taylor thanked family and teammates for helping him make it to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. [More]

 

Jimbo Fisher ‘tickled’ by FSU’s wide receiver depth despite Phillips’ suspension

Florida State coach Jimbo Fisher is overly optimistic of his wide receivers group despite being down a receiver due to a recent suspension. [More]

 

FSU legend Bobby Butler graduates 37 years later — even with an NFL-distressed brain

FSU legend Bobby Bowden graduates 37 years after leaving FSU -- even with an NFL-distressed brain. [More]

 

College football preview magazines get you ready for season

College football preview magazines offer detailed looks at the nation's top teams and help prepare fans for the upcoming season. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Fall broadcast TV is seeing stars

Broadcast television goes for the star vehicles with Kyra Sedgwick, Jason Ritter, Jeremy Piven, Shemar Moore and David Boreanaz. [More]

 

Ralph Macchio returns to 'Karate Kid' roots as movie is rebooted for YouTube series

Two of the main characters from the original "Karate Kid," are coming back for a 10-episode comedy series on YouTube Red. [More]

 

'Despacito' tops 3 billion views, becomes YouTube's most popular clip ever

Luis Fonsi's ubiquitous song with Daddy Yankee has surpassed previous record holder “See You Again.” [More]

 

Kellyanne Conway, Rod Rosenstein, Jerry Brown: Sunday guests

Gov. Chris Christie, Rep. Adam Schiff, Gov. John Kasich, Sen. Jeff Flake and Sen. Tom Cotton are on the Sunday morning guest list. [More]

 

Florida travel calendar for August

Plan your vacation or weekend trip with our calendar of August events and festivals happening across Florida. [More]

 

 
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