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SpaceX test flight & women's march

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I'm Isabelle D'Antonio, web producer for OrlandoSentinel.com. Here are some of the top stories I don't want you to miss today. Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Good morning. It's Sunday, January 21. First up, a SpaceX maiden test flight of its behemoth rocket will mark the company's latest step toward eventually reaching Mars.

Next, the controversial issue of prayer in government surfaced again in Central Florida last week when Longwood commissioners agreed to open their meetings by asking those attending to stand and bow their heads in silence.

Finally, looking for something to do today? Check out a gallery of events and activities in Central Florida here.

Today's Top Headlines

 

SpaceX test flight will mark new era, historian says

Experts say such a Falcon Heavy mission has the potential to magnify newer private companies’ place in the space industry compared to legacy counterparts. [More]

 

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Around the world — and near Trump's home — women march in show of political force

Across the globe, people hit the streets on the anniversary of Trump's inauguration, marching against his policies and in support of the #MeToo movement. [More]

 

Family of victim in Osceola County murder-for-hire plot: 'Justice will be served'

Family members of a woman killed in a Kissimmee murder plot appealed to state officials on Friday so the ”appropriate penalties and sentences be given to those responsible.” [More]

 

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Leesburg mother tipped law enforcement to catch suspect in daughter's killing

The man alleged of killing a 16-year-old girl and raping another after drugging them last November in Bushnell was arrested after three months on the run. It was the murdered girl's mother who gave the final tip to police. [More]

 

Longwood switches to silent meditations as invocation issue continues to percolate

“I feel that a moment of silent meditation is very inclusive, and I think it’s the way to go,” said Longwood Commissioner Brian Sackett. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Frank Vogel will root for the Philadelphia Eagles to win NFC Championship

Lifelong sports fan Frank Vogel will root for the Philadelphia Eagles to win NFC Championship. [More]

 

Tom Coughlin's tough love has Jaguars on brink of Super Bowl berth

Tom Coughlin's tough love has the Jacksonville Jaguars on the brink of Super Bowl berth, columnist George Diaz writes. [More]

 

Jaguars victory would make Waffle House great again

The Jacksonville Jaguars have the NFL Establishment in a Trump-like panic. [More]

 

Turn the Paige: If Bortles beats Pats, Boston columnist will join Woody in Jagwads Hall of Shame

By dismissing the Jacksonville Jaguars in their AFC Championship Game with the New England Patriots, Boston Globe columnist Dan Shaughnessy evokes memories of Woody Paige and the Jagwads. [More]

 

Yoshimar Yotún looks forward to new-look Orlando City midfield

Yoshimar Yotún will join Orlando City a day later than most of his teammates after flying across the country for MLS Media. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

‘SNL’ blasts Trump with Robert Mueller, Stormy Daniels

On a memorable "Saturday Night Live," Kate McKinnon dazzled as special counsel Robert Mueller, who promised his investigation will be more satisfying than the "Lost" series finale. [More]

 

Singer Ed Sheeran announces engagement on Instagram

Ed Sheeran has announced his engagement to girlfriend Cherry Seaborn. [More]

 

10 shows on our watch list for winter 2018

From "The Assassination of Gianni Versace" to the return of "Roseanne," here are a few shows we're looking forward to watching this winter. [More]

 

What name did Kanye West, Kim Kardashian give their third child?

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have named their newborn daughter Chicago West. [More]

 

Spotlight to focus on women at 24th annual SAG Awards

The Screen Actors Guild Awards' tendency to predict eventual Oscar winners won't be the only thing commanding attention when the 24th annual ceremony airs. [More]

 

 
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