Monday, August 21, 2017

Solar eclipse & Kissimmee officers' vigil

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I'm Stephen Ruiz, online content editor for OrlandoSentinel.com. As we count down to the solar eclipse, we urge you to protect your eyes and enjoy the show. Here are some of our top stories. Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Good morning. It's Monday, Aug. 21. The anticipation is almost over. More than 85 percent of the sun will be blotted out this afternoon during the solar eclipse. Find out what you need to know.

In much sadder news, a vigil was held for the two Kissimmee police officers who were shot to death.

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Today's Top Headlines

 

Several ways to view today's eclipse in Central Florida

Long-awaited solar eclipse visible in Orlando today, but be safe [More]

 

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Pastor hopes vigil will heal Kissimmee neighborhood where officers were slain

The pastor of the neighborhood church where Sgt. Richard “Sam” Howard and Officer Matthew Baxter were shot is holding a vigil for the fallen officers. [More]

 

5 sailors hurt, 10 missing in collision between U.S. Navy destroyer, oil tanker

Ten U.S. Navy sailors are missing and five have been injured after the USS John S. McCain destroyer collided with a tanker near Singapore on Monday morning. [More]

 

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The slapstick, the telethons, 'L-a-a-a-dy!' — comic and philanthropist Jerry Lewis dies at 91

Jerry Lewis, the comedian whose fundraising telethons became as famous as his hit movies, has died, according to his publicist. [More]

 

Trump will address path forward on Afghanistan

The White House announced that President Donald Trump would address the nation's troops and the American people Monday night. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Bianchi: Late, great Jerry Lewis was once an Orlando Magic fan

Iconic comedian Jerry Lewis was once an Orlando Magic fan [More]

 

Orlando City workhorse Will Johnson out 2-4 weeks with ankle sprain

Orlando City midfielder Will Johnson has a lateral ankle sprain and will miss two to four weeks, making the team's push for the playoffs even more difficult [More]

 

Jason Kreis: Orlando City can still make playoffs after draw with Columbus Crew

Orlando City coach Jason Kreis says he still believes the Lions can make the playoffs after settling for a draw against Columbus. [More]

 

Anquan Boldin abruptly retires from NFL to focus on 'fight for human rights'

Anquan Boldin abruptly announced his retirement Sunday just under two weeks after signing with the Buffalo Bills. [More]

 

Diaz: Swimmer Hector Rodriguez escapes Venezuela only to drown in sea of red tape

Winter Park swimmer Hector Rodriguez escapes Venezuela, only to drown in sea of FHSAA red tape [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Home improvement reality stars come to Orlando Fall Home & Garden Show

The guys who can turn a telephone booth into a fish tank are headlining the Orlando Fall Home & Garden Show at the Orange County Convention Center. [More]

 

'Midsummer' raves on as Shakespeare in the sky

Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm reviews "A Midsummer Night's Dream" from Red Fish Theatre and AntiGravity Orlando. [More]

 

Trump to skip Kennedy Center Honors: Wise move

Trump's decision is smart because he doesn't seem too interested in the arts and because he has become a distraction. [More]

 

'Game of Thrones' used to be all about the journey. Now it's about the destination.

Here's a look at some of the standout trips and what they added to "Game of Thrones." [More]

 

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