| Good morning. It's Saturday, March 3. First up, the first traditional Orange County public school in Orlando's Parramore neighborhood in decades has had a rocky start. Next, columnist Scott Maxwell writes that in the wake of the Parkland high school shooting, Republican leaders have joined Democrats in calling for action on guns, mental health and school security -- issues they have flat-out rejected for years. Lastly, looking for something to do this weekend? Check out a gallery of events and activities in Central Florida here. Today's Top Headlines A new school in Orlando’s Parramore neighborhood was designed to be unique, a campus that promised college scholarships, an on-site pediatrician and, for the first time in nearly 50 years, a way for black youngsters from that slice of the city to attend school near their homes. [More] Something different is happening in Florida, Scott Maxwell writes. [More] A fraternity at the University of Central Florida was suspended due to a LeBron James-themed stunt by two pledges that led to the evacuation of a building on campus Wednesday. [More] Advocates for victims of human trafficking say Florida’s hotel industry has been working behind the scenes to block a bill that would hold the lodging industry liable for willfully ignoring trafficking on their own properties. They called on Disney to take a public stand. [More] Embattled former Senate candidate Roy Moore is making a public plea for help paying legal fees. [More] At this point in his career, Orlando City head coach Jason Kreis has his pregame routine down pat. [More] New FSU coach and former USF coach Willie Taggart says UCF and USF will never play for national title under current College Football Playoff Format. [More] Former UCF receiver Tre'Quan Smith is eager to have a breakout moment at the NFL Combine. [More] Playing his first NBA game since Dec. 26, Jonathan Isaac made an impact on defense and helped the Orlando Magic beat the Detroit Pistons 115-106 in overtime. [More] Preseason is a funny time of year. [More] Hip hop star Rick Ross was unresponsive and "slobbing at the mouth" when Florida officials responded to a distress call at his home early Thursday morning, records of the police dispatch reveal. [More] Opera Orlando expands and diversifies its audience as it seeks to grow its audience before moving to Steinmetz Hall. [More] Faye Dunaway and Warren Beatty are expected back at this year's Oscars to again present the final award. [More] The award-winning "Josephine" returns to Orlando in an extended version for the Orlando Fringe's annual fundraiser. [More] The Central Florida Composers Forum on Tuesday, March 6, will present “Celebrating Women Who Compose.” [More] | 
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