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I'm Stephen Ruiz, online content editor for OrlandoSentinel.com. As we begin the countdown to the next solar eclipse, we hope you find some of our top stories illuminating. Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Good morning. It's Tuesday, Aug. 22. The solar eclipse Monday left many Central Floridians feeling sky high with excitement surrounding the rare event.

Elsewhere, President Trump committed to sending more troops to Afghanistan but provided few other specifics during a nationwide address.

And finally, we can't let the eclipse go without recommending that you see this unique time-lapse video here.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Solar eclipse wows Central Floridians

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Trump outlines new strategy for war in Afghanistan, but provides few specifics

President Donald Trump declared the United States must continue fighting in Afghanistan to avoid the "unacceptable" results of a rapid withdrawal. [More]

 

Kissimmee police shooting suspect: 'I have done a bad thing'

Two Kissimmee police officers were shot and killed by a man who said was innocent but later said he didn't want to live and asked police to kill him. [More]

 

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Goat blood-drinking Charlottesville speaker from Orlando announces GOP run for Senate

Augustus Invictus announced he is running again for U.S. Senate in Florida, this time as aA [More]

 

Train riders can soon take free trolley rides around Sanford

Sanford will soon start a free trolley service that will shuttle Amtrak and Sunrail riders around the downtown district. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

UCF defensive lineman Trysten Hill equally happy scuba diving, shutting down offenses

UCF defensive lineman Trysten Hill finds peace under the sea and another dose of joy knocking smothering quarterbacks. [More]

 

FSU running back Jacques Patrick ‘capable of complete domination’ in 2017

Florida State's Jacques Patrick, a former Orlando Timber Creek High standout, enters his junior season hoping to be the Seminoles' feature running back. [More]

 

Duke Dawson changes positions, personality to help Gators

UF redshirt senior Duke Dawson moved from nickelback to cornerback and emerged from his shell to help the Gators' secondary. [More]

 

Trevor Siemian wins Broncos quarterback job again

A person with knowledge of the decision has told The Associated Press that Trevor Siemian will be named the Denver Broncos' starting quarterback after beating [More]

 

McElwain to fans: Gators will 'beat the heck out of Michigan'

During a pep rally at UF, coach Jim McElwain predicted a Gators win over Michigan in next week's opener. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

'Game of Thrones' transcends speculation, troubles

'Game of Thrones' has overcome hacks, leaks and tireless speculation to deliver a stellar seventh season. [More]

 

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]

 

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]

 

Commentary: Wise move for Trump to skip Kennedy Center Honors

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

 

 
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