Thursday, March 22, 2018

Gun-law seizure & Orlando area population milestone

Start your day with a quick digest of today's top Central Florida headlines.

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Orlando man who police say wanted to commit mass shooting barred from having weapons under new law

Orlando police used Florida's new gun legislation, passed in the wake of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in South Florida, to seize a gun for the first time earlier this month.

Orlando metro area cracks 2.5M population

The Orlando metro area added 56,000 people in 2017, cracking 2.5 million in population for the first time, according to U.S. Census data.

Noor Salman trial: Prosecutors may rest their case today

Prosecutors may rest their case Thursday in the trial of Noor Salman, the widow of the Pulse nightclub gunman.

Woman found dead at Seminole County Jail, officials say

A 41-year-old Orlando woman died at the Seminole County Jail on Wednesday, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office.

Central Florida gyms use technology to help clients get fit

Central Florida gyms use high-tech gadgets to make getting fit and staying well easier. Eric Olsson has been a personal trainer for about eight years. Today, he sees great increases in fitness and wellness efficiency and effectiveness in an app that tracks workouts.

It's sham-mockery UMBC can play for basketball national title, but UCF can't play for football crown

Why is it that UMBC can compete for the NCAA men's basketball national title, but UCF can't compete for college football's national championship?

Florida State hoops faces 'tremendous challenge' against experienced Gonzaga in Sweet 16

FSU, which beat No. 1 seed Xavier Sunday in Nashville, will meet No. 4 seed Gonzaga in Los Angeles late Thursday and is seeking the program's first Elite Eight berth since 1993.

Orlando City's Josué Colmán says he's 100 percent healthy, ready to contribute

Orlando City midfielder Josué Colmán didn't expect a delayed start to his MLS career.

UF sophomore Kyle Trask showing potential to join QB race

UF redshirt sophomore Kyle Trask has impressed new coach Dan Mullen with his arm strength, size and grasp of the game.

UCF defensive coordinator Randy Shannon looking for more shutouts in 2018

UCF defensive coordinator Randy Shannon is pushing the Knights' defense to improve and is seeking more shutouts in 2018.

Opera Orlando's Cinderella stumbles; first look at 2018-19 season

Orlando Sentinel arts writer Matthew J. Palm reviews "Cinderella" from Opera Orlando.

3 Disney Springs eateries on OpenTable's list of best restaurants for a big night out

The Boathouse and Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs were recognized as two of the best restaurants for a big night out by OpenTable.

Melted cheese stars at Winter Garden's new Plant St. Market eatery

Morthan Cheese is the hottest new cheese concept at Winter Garden's Plant St. Market, melting the top of a 13-pound wheel of cheese and scraping it over various dishes such as pita chips.

Robin Williams did 'the grossest things' to her, Pam Dawber says — 'but it was so much fun'

Back in the day — that day being the 1970s — Robin Williams had a certain "magic" with workplace behavior that now would be considered far from appropriate.

In 'Waitress,' tasty performances spice up familiar fodder

Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm reviews the touring Broadway production "Waitress," at Orlando's Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

Disney's power of Pixar: 'Wonderful worlds' like Toy Story Land draw on films

Walt Disney Co. purchased Pixar and continues to present its properties in theme-park rides and attractions around the world. Next up: Two Toy Story Lands, including one at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and a major reworking of land at Disney California Adventure.

Universal sets holidays kick-off date: Nov. 17

Universal Orlando has set the 2018 dates for its Christmas holiday celebration. Expect the return of Grinchmas, Mannheim Steamroller and the holiday parade in November.

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