Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Disney taxes & romaine lettuce update

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

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Disney is fighting in court over taxes this week

It's not unusual for theme parks like Disney to sue Orange County Property Appraiser Rick Singh over taxes, although in recent history, many of those lawsuits, like for Universal Orlando or SeaWorld, were settled before the dispute advanced to trial.

Update on E. coli outbreak from romaine lettuce

More reports of E. coli infections stemming from romaine lettuce grown in the Yuma, Arizona, region surfaced over the weekend. 

Central Florida community works to bring back monarch butterflies

Efforts are underway in Central Florida to restore the habitats of the monarch butterfly, which has seen its worldwide population diminish by 80 percent over the past 15 years. The iconic orange and black butterfly is a key pollinator.

Manslaughter trial of 2 teens begins in Winter Park High student's fatal beating

Jury selection is underway for two teenagers accused of beating a Winter Park High School student to death in 2016. Jesse Sutherland and Simeon Hall are charged as adults with the manslaughter of Roger Trindade.

Marriott timeshare company will buy ILG for $4.7B stock and cash

In a further sign of consolidation in the timeshare industry, Orlando-based Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE:VAC) said Monday it will buy Miami-based ILG for $4.7 billion in stock and cash.

Orlando City shows its resilience, ability to erase deficit during 2-1 win at Colorado

What did we learn from Orlando City's fifth consecutive victory?

Hays: NFL should be ashamed of how it handled Shaquem Griffin story

The NFL did not have to parade Shaquem Griffin around the draft like some sort of novelty, the Sentinel's Chris Hays contends.

NWSL Disciplinary Committee reviewing Ashlyn Harris incident

The NWSL's Disciplinary Committee is reviewing an incident between Orlando Pride goalkeeper Ashyln Harris and Seattle Reign forward Jodie Taylor.

Lake Brantley leaps into Sentinel Super Six baseball rankings

Lake Brantley leaps into Sentinel Super Six baseball rankings after wins over Lake Mary, Hagerty and Timber Creek.

Dolphins acquire local talent among undrafted rookie signees

The Miami Dolphins signed defensive tackle Anthony Moten (University of Miami), running back Gregory Howell Jr. (Florida Atlantic University) and kicker Greg Joseph (FAU) among their undrafted rookie signees.

'Dancing With the Stars': Adam Rippon, Josh Norman dazzle

Adam Rippon and Josh Norman scored the most points in Monday's premiere of 'Dancing With the Stars; Athletes' on ABC.

'The Voice': Ormond Beach singer does 'a killer job'

Ormond Beach singer Kaleb Lee performs Travis Tritt's 'T-R-O-U-B-L-E' on 'The Voice,' and Blake Shelton said the song was perfect for his voice.

May Day: How to celebrate in Central Florida

May 1 is May Day. Here's your guide to celebrating in Central Florida.

Surgery forces Bonnie Raitt to skip Orlando concert with James Taylor

Singer Bonnie Raitt hopes to rejoin James Taylor tour in June.

Comedian Gary Gulman coming to Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts

Comic Gary Gulman bringing 'Must be Nice!' tour to Orlando on October 8.

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin updates progress on Cape rocket facilities

Tucked away in Blue Origin's coverage of its launch in Texas on Sunday were some details on progress being made at its new facilities in Cape Canaveral.

Busch Gardens Tampa: Belly up again for free beers

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is giving away free beer again. Visitors to the theme park will be able to get two 7-ounce pours on each visit between May 1 and Aug. 5. Also coming: Bier Fest and Busch Gardens Brew Club

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