Monday, July 16, 2018

Quitting time & Trump takes on European Union

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July 16, 2018

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With unemployment low, confident workers quit before landing new job

Uneasy in a corporate office job, one of Orlando's newest residents joined a growing trend of quitting his job to search for a new one — whether he finds better employment or starts his own venture, he says. Career advisers say it's not the best path, but low unemployment makes it possible.

Trump calls European Union a 'foe' of the U.S. before Putin summit

President Donald Trump named the European Union as a top adversary of the United States and denounced the news media as the "enemy of the people" before arriving in Helsinki.

Electronic Arts summer camp helps grow girls' interest in creating video games

Electronic Arts' summer camp helps Central Florida girls learn about and grow their interest in building video games.

For cancer patients, maid service brings sparkle of hope

After surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, the last thing Lisa Ford felt like doing was scrubbing her bath tub. So the Oviedo woman gratefully accepted help from Cleaning for a Reason and Two Maids & A Mop Oviedo, which offer free housecleaning to cancer patients.

Two staff members injured during 'melee' at Volusia detention center, deputies say

Two staff members were injured during a "melee" on Sunday at the Volusia Juvenile Regional Detention Center, the sheriff's office said.

Orlando City shows progress during win over Toronto FC

Orlando City got its first win since May 6 by defeating Toronto FC 2-1 on Saturday in Orlando City Stadium. It was James O'Connor's first win as head coach of the Lions.

SEC Media Days Preview: Top storylines, full interview schedule

Check out the SEC Media Days top storylines to watch and the full interview schedule. The event has moved to Atlanta this year and will preview the upcoming college football season.

Central Florida fishing forecast: July 17

Here is Central Florida's fishing forecast for July 17.

Monday's sports TV listings

The Home Run Derby is scheduled for 8 p.m. Monday on ESPN and ESPNEWS.

Orlando Pride plan to keep rotating lineup amid playoff push

The Orlando Pride controlled their match against the Utah Royals on Saturday night, earning a 2-1 victory.

'Hotel Transylvania 3' sailing to $40 million-plus debut, 'Skyscraper' to disappoint

The estimate for "Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation" places it at the top of the box office.

Trayvon Martin: Parents promote 'Rest in Power' documentary

Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin share their thoughts about the documentary 'Rest in Power' about their son Trayvon Martin. The six-part series debuts July 30 on Paramount Network.

WKMG anchor spots snake, gets results

WKMG anchor Lisa Bell livestreamed the story of finding a boa constrictor in her neighborhood, then shared her horror and relief on the evening news.

Universal: Sign up for 'Deal or No Deal' tickets

Tickets are now available for tapings of the "Deal or No Deal" game show, which will be produced at Universal Orlando and will again feature Howie Mandel as host.

Magical Dining Month menus for 2018 revealed

Start making those Magical Dining Month plans. Visit Orlando has revealed the menus for this special event that will allow diners to enjoy $35 three-course prix-fixe menus at Central Florida restaurants from Aug. 24 – Sept. 30. 

Orlando homes' sale prices have risen for 7 years straight, Realtors say

Home prices in Metro Orlando have risen for seven straight years: A 6.8 percent increase year-over-year pushed the midpoint sale price of a home in Central Florida to $239,180 in June, the 84th straight month of increases according to Orlando Regional Realtor Association.

Not-so-hot spots in Orlando's theme parks

Here are a few escapes from the heat at Orlando theme parks, including a Harry Potter alley, a railroad and a place to hoist a cold one

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