Friday, July 6, 2018

Hurricane Beryl & Chinese tariffs

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

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July 6, 2018

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Hurricane Beryl becomes Category 1 storm, expected to weaken over weekend

Hurricane Beryl has become the first hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean in 2018, as of the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center.

Central Florida companies scramble ahead of tariffs on Chinese imports

A robotics company in Orlando has found its self-driving bots in the middle of President Donald Trump's trade war. But it's not the only one in Central Florida. There are businesses that have asked that aftermarket car air conditioning compressors and custom steel products be spared from tariffs.

Tavares twister 'nightmarish' for restaurateur but tame in the scheme of things

Florida is one of the most tornado-prone states, though tornadoes here rarely approach the strength of those in other states, according to NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Iguana invasion: Could Orlando could be next?

Orlando could host green iguanas now annoying South Florida residents with a couple of ifs: if temperatures continue to rise and if the lizards adapt to cooler climate.

Children injured in west Orange fireworks accident, officials say

Two children were injured Thursday afternoon after the fireworks they were handling "ignited unexpectedly," officials said.

Mo Bamba is excited for his summer league debut

Orlando Magic rookie Mo Bamba is looking forward to his summer league debut Friday against the Brooklyn Nets in Las Vegas.

Austin Dillon reflects on life-changing win at Daytona 500

Austin Dillon's win at February's Daytona 500 opened up doors for the 28-year-old he never imagined.

NASCAR's rising stars under pressure to produce wins

Two drivers in their 20s have won during NASCAR's 2018 season.

Orlando Magic, point guard Isaiah Briscoe reach deal

Isaiah Briscoe is hoping to earn an Orlando Magic roster spot after he spent one season playing overseas in Estonia.

NASCAR race weekend features Orlando dog adoptions

NASCAR Race weekend features Orlando dog adoptions as NBC Sports is partners with the North Shore Animal League America and Pets By Judy to raise awareness of the plight of animal homelessness

Daytona event brings together video-game and pro-wrestling enthusiasts

The CEO Fighting Game Championships add a New Japan Pro-Wrestling show to the mix.

Hey, Orlando and Central Florida arts groups - send us your 2018-19 events

Orlando and Central Florida arts groups, here's where to send your events for theater, dance, classical and popular music,  visual arts, science and history for the Orlando Sentinel's Fall Season Preview.

Indulge in all-you-can-eat brunch at an Orlando restaurant

Indulge in an all-you-can-eat brunch in Orlando.

Theme-park foods get a little freaky

Theme parks are serving up new foods with "wow" factor, including a pretzel-covered turkey leg, the purple wall slushy drink and a doughnut on a stick.

Take home art by Jiha Moon at Mennello special events

The Mennello is selling specially commissioned work by artist Jiha Moon, who currently has a solo show at the Orlando museum.

Disney: New details on Star Wars hotel access

People staying at Walt Disney World's Star Wars hotel will drive from Hollywood Studios' parking lot over a drainage canal to get to the main hotel entrance, according to recently filed permits.

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