Tuesday, January 9, 2018

John Young Tribute | Celebrating UCF | Pet Adoption Challenge

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January 9, 2018

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John Young — Orlando's 'hometown hero': A tribute by Rich Crotty

Tuesday, Jan 9

Imagine having dinner with astronaut John Young and his wife, Susy — former Orange County Mayor Rich Crotty recalls a memorable night in 2005.

Presenting UCF with national championship trophy is what sports journalism is all about

Presenting UCF with a national championship trophy is what sports journalism is all about.

7-year-old leads the way to heart of national anthem

A 7-year-old boy hums "The Star-Spangled Banner" and puts his hand over his heart because, he says, "That's where I feel it."

It's shelter vs. shelter in pet adoption challenge

The Great Shelter Challenge kicks off June 1, pitting Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties against one another to see who can get the most pets adopted.

Lost, furry 300-pound pig found resting on townhomes' sidewalk

The Florida swine with an underbite belongs to a nearby farm and was returned safely.

How cold is it? Iguanas are dropping from South Florida trees

It's so cold in South Florida that iguanas are falling from their perches in suburban trees.

Puppy Bowl: Florida Little Dog Rescue back in game

Florida Little Dog Rescue in St. Cloud will be represented in the Puppy Bowl and the new Dog Bowl, both on Animal Planet.

Old penny sells for $300,000 at Tampa coin auction

TAMPA  — When is a penny worth $300,000?  When it's one of the first copper coins struck at the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia, in 1793. 

Mennello Museum outing pairs pups and brunch

Dogs and their owners flocked to the Mennello Museum of American Art Sunday for the group's first Brunch with your Pups. The event was open to members of the museum's new Pet Membership program.

Forget your New Year's resolution for these foods

Forget your New Year's resolution for these foods found in Orlando area restaurants

'Perfect Knights' book to celebrate UCF's 13-0 championship season

The UCF Knights have declared themselves college football's national champions, and the Orlando Sentinel is producing a book to celebrate their 13-0 season.

Thousands of UCF fans cheer on Knights during Magic Kingdom championship parade

UCF fans spared no expense to celebrate the Knights during a national championship parade at Disney World's Magic Kingdom Sunday.

Blake Bortles feels celebratory vibe of Jaguars, UCF success after wild card win

Blake Bortles feels celebratory vibe of Jaguars, UCF success after wild-card win

Meet the 4 voters who ranked UCF No. 1 in the final AP poll

Four journalists voted undefeated UCF No. 1 in the final Associated Press Top 25 poll. Here's who they are.

From Lockheed Martin intern to division leader

Lockheed Martin promotes longtime exec to head Orlando division

Orlando restaurant named top ramen destination for Florida

Domu in Orlando's Audubon Park was named the top ramen destination for Florida by USA Today.

Universal: Macklemore, Fifth Harmony, Sean Paul set for Mardi Gras concerts

Event will include 13 concerts in 2018, ranging from 311 to Bush to Phillip Phillips to Fitz and the Tantrums

Rod Stewart and Cyndi Lauper slide into Orlando

Rod Stewart and Cyndi Lauper join together for a tour headed for Orlando's Amway Center.

Alan Parsons Project goes live at Plaza in Orlando

Alan Parsons Project sets a date for Plaza Live in Orlando.

Justin Timberlake bringing Man of the Woods Tour to Orlando

Justin Timberlake will be bringing his Man of the Woods Tour to Orlando on May 14 in the Amway Center. 

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