Monday, December 11, 2017

Life of a roler coaster inspector & Florida snow

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I'm Richard Tribou, online 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.

 

To start the work week, find out about the ups and downs on the job as a roller coaster inspector.

If you've been outside, you've noticed it's cold. The cold front that came through Florida this weekend left a little snow.

Finally, while it doesn't hit theaters around here until later this week, check out images from the world premiere of "Star Wars: The Last Jedi."

Today's Top Headlines

 

SeaWorld, Fun Spot inspectors ride roller coasters for a living

These are job titles not for the weak. They climb hundreds of feet in the air to inspect the top of theme park attractions or ride the roller coasters when the parks are empty. [More]

 

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Cold front brings rare sight: Florida snow

The "Welcome to Florida" sign in the northwest part of the state was covered in light snow as winter weather dipped into the Sunshine State. [More]

 

Ocoee man stabbed 70-year-old, charged with attempted murder

A 25-year-old Ocoee man was arrested for stabbing a 70-year-old “multiple” times Sunday afternoon, the Ocoee Police Department said. [More]

 

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Fired FAU prof's free speech case about Sandy Hook conspiracy theories goes to jury

James Tracy, a controversial conspiracy theorist blogger, says FAU fired him from tenured professorship because of his blogging about Sandy Hook. [More]

 

At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history

Firefighters are focused on defending the Santa Barbara beach town of Carpinteria from the raging Thomas fire. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Playoffs?! Why, yes, Orlando Magic have shot, which isn't exactly a great thing

Playoffs?! Why yes Orlando Magic have shot, which isn't exactly a great thing [More]

 

Jaguars beat Seahawks 30-24, take outright lead in AFC South

Blake Bortles threw two passes for touchdowns and Jacksonville beat the Seahawks 30-24 on Sunday to claim sole possession of first place in the AFC South. [More]

 

Stafford's 4th winning drive leads Lions over Bucs 24-21

Matthew Stafford passed for 381 yards and set up Matt Prater for a 46-yard field goal in the closing seconds, helping Detroit to a 24-21 win over Tampa Bay. [More]

 

Orlando City leaves 16 players unprotected ahead of MLS expansion draft

Orlando City released its list of unprotected and protected players ahead of Tuesday's expansion draft. [More]

 

Gators add former Dan Mullen QB Brian Johnson to football staff

New Gators assistant coach Brian Johnson played for Mullen in 2004 at Utah. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Early praise for 'The Last Jedi' after elaborate premiere

Star Wars is taking over a site near downtown Los Angeles in anticipation of the premiere of the franchise's latest film. [More]

 

'Florida Project' actress acclaimed one of 2017's 10 best

In The New York Times Magazine, Wesley Morris asks of Brooklynn Prince: 'Has any movie actor conjured as much surprise at this little girl?' [More]

 

Comedian Hannibal Buress arrested in Miami, charged with disorderly intoxication

Hannibal Buress, the popular stand-up comedian who has also starred in movies and TV shows, was accused of disorderly intoxication in Miami. [More]

 

'Coco' tops box office again before 'Star Wars' hits

Disney and Pixar's "Coco" has topped the box office for a third time on a quiet, pre "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" weekend in theaters. Disney estimates Sunday [More]

 

With the Golden Globes' recent respectability, don't expect any surprises in the nominations

Los Angeles Times awards columnist Glenn Whipp predicts the nominees for the upcoming Golden Globes. [More]

 

 
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