Thursday, December 28, 2017

Cost of Irma & deadly day in Sanford

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I'm Steve Ruiz, online content editor for OrlandoSentinel.com. As we look forward today to Orlando's Camping World Bowl today, we hope you enjoy these stories. Make it a great day.Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Good morning. It's Thursday, Dec. 28. In our top news, Duke Energy and Florida Power & Light customers could pay extra to help the utility companies recover from the costs incurred after Hurricane Irma hit Central Florida.

Meanwhile, a road-rage incident in Sanford left one person dead on the same day that another man was killed while riding his bike in the Seminole County city.

And finally, we've had some famous and noteworthy people die in 2017. Find out more here.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Duke Energy wants customers to pay millions in Hurricane Irma costs

Duke Energy and Flower Power & Light Co. customers could be paying extra on their electric bill for years to help those utilities recover Hurricane Irma-related costs of that helped pay for thousands of linemen brought to the state to restore power. [More]

 

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Woman arrested in deadly Sanford road-rage incident

A man died in Sanford after a road rage incident ended with one of the drivers striking a tree. [More]

 

Losing 10 customs officers could slow down international passengers, OIA officials say

U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murry, posted on Facebook about her “profound concerns" if the Orlando International Airport loses the positions next year. [More]

 

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Some Disney World resorts change 'Do Not Disturb' signs

Disney said it had changed some of its procedures, so maintenance and housekeeping will enter guests’ rooms daily. [More]

 

Tax collector: Sorry, you can't pay 2018 property taxes now to avoid new tax law

Tax Collector Scott Randolph said the Republican tax bill signed by President Donald Trump last week will have a sweeping impact on people’s tax bills beginning next year and in 2019, when next year’s federal income taxes are filed. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Oklahoma State, Virginia Tech eager to send seniors out with Camping World Bowl win

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Notre Dame football getting acclimated in Orlando ahead of Citrus Bowl

No. 14 Notre Dame returns to Florida to face No. 17 LSU in the Citrus Bowl on Monday at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. [More]

 

Magic’s Aaron Gordon nearing return from calf injury

Orlando Magic leading scorer Aaron Gordon practiced Wednesday and could return from an injury when the team hosts the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night. [More]

 

Orlando City signs defender Mohamed El-Munir, trades for midfielder Jose Villarreal

Orlando City gained two new players Wednesday, announcing the signing of Libyan defender Mohamed El-Munir and the acquisition of midfielder Jose Villarreal from the L.A. Galaxy. [More]

 

FSU beats Southern Miss in Independence Bowl to clinch 41st straight winning season

The Seminoles, playing in their 36th straight bowl game, beat Southern Miss in Wednesday’s Independence Bowl to move above .500 for the first time all season, and clinch FSU’s 41st consecutive winning season. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

2017 Theater Year in Review: Critic's Picks

Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm highlights memorable performances and creative work in Central Florida theaters. [More]

 

Kylie Jenner still hasn't confirmed her pregnancy, causing the internet to melt down

Although the family members are masters at using every aspect of their lives for publicity, speculation about Kylie has been dragging on more than usual. [More]

 

Mark Hamill regrets criticizing Rian Johnson's portrayal of Luke Skywalker in 'Last Jedi'

Mark Hamill took to Twitter on Tuesday to apologize for his recent comments criticizing director Rian Johnson's portrayal of Luke Skywalker in "The Last Jedi." [More]

 

Kids are the stars as 'School of Rock' teaches predictable lessons

Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm reviews "School of Rock" at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando. [More]

 

Preacher Lawson toasts best year of life

Orlando comedian Preacher Lawson on playing the Orlando Improv for New Year's Eve: 'I get to close out my favorite year at my favorite club in my favorite city.' [More]

 

 
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