Tuesday, April 17, 2018

What's on the ballot? and State Road 50 closure

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

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Voters to get say on slew of amendments

From a ban on offshore oil drilling to new ethics standards for public officials, the Florida Constitution Revision Commission on Tuesday will consider 12 possible ballot proposals for the November general election.

State Road 50 at I-4 won't be open for rush hour, transportation official says

Delays will cause State Road 50 at Interstate 4 in Orlando to remain closed through rush hour Tuesday, according to a Florida Department of Transportation spokesman.

Central Florida Allegiant passengers rethink using discount carrier after scathing '60 Minutes' story

According to "60 Minutes," Allegiant reported three times as many mechanical problems with flights as six other major airlines from January 2016 to October.

Orange schools to employees: Leave campaign pins, clothing at home

Orange County school employees cannot wear campaign pins, lapels, hats or other clothing with political advertising while at work, under new school board rules.

Orlando condo, townhouse market heats as home prices outpace flat wages

Condo and townhouse prices have spiked to the point where developers will likely look at building another condominium tower downtown in the next two years.

FSU running back Khalan Laborn hopes to build off exuberant spring game

If running back Khalan Laborn's 91-yard touchdown run did not capture the attention of Florida State fans, his candid comment after the Seminoles spring game recapping the moment surely will.

Versatile UCF standout Otis Anderson wows new coaching staff

UCF rising sophomore Otis Anderson has shown he can line up at running back or receiver and deliver high marks in the classroom, impressing the Knights' new coaching staff.

Orlando City left back Mohamed El-Munir anchors revamped back line

Through six Orlando City matches, the only player who has been a constant on the back line has been left back Mohamed El-Munir.

Will Spurrier come up with classic one-liner when introduced as Orlando's new Head Ball Coach at fan event Tuesday?

Steve Spurrier will be introduced as Orlando's new Head Ball Coach at fan event Tuesday.

FSU lineman Derrick Kelly, brother in Navy enjoy surprise reunion before spring game

Derrick Kelly was surprised by his brother Derrickus, who is stationed in Wahiawa, Hawaii, and traveled roughly 15 hours to reach Tallahassee.

Florida Film Festival announces winners

'My Indiana Muse,' directed by spouses who graduated of Seminole High School, takes the audience award for best documentary feature at the Florida Film Festival.

5 things to know about Wine Bar George in Disney Springs

No, Wine Bar George isn't open yet. The restaurant and bar by Master Sommelier George Miliotes is almost ready for Disney Springs, however. Maybe you'd like to sip on a few new things I learned about Wine Bar George at a recent media event.

Kendrick Lamar wins Pulitzer Prize for music for his acclaimed album 'Damn'

Kendrick Lamar's raw and powerful "DAMN." album has won the Pulitzer Prize for music. It's the first non-classical or jazz work to win the award.

'Voice,' 'American Idol': Local singers perform

Kaleb Lee of Ormond Beach moves to the lives shows on NBC's "The Voice." Alyssa Raghu of Orlando will sing with Banners on ABC's "American Idol."

WKMG wins station of year honor from AP Broadcasters

CBS affiliate WKMG-Channel 6 received nine first-place awards in the Florida Associated Press Broadcasters contest. Among the honors: station of the year.

SpaceX scrubs TESS launch, targets Wednesday attempt

SpaceX scrubbed the launch of NASA's TESS satellite on Monday.

SeaWorld: 4 more concerts set for Seven Seas fest

Four artists, including Nicky Jam and Grand Funk Railroad, have been added to the concert lineup for SeaWorld Orlando's Seven Seas Festival.

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