Wednesday, August 29, 2018

Gillum, DeSantis advance to runoff & other election results

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

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Andrew Gillum shocks Gwen Graham to face Ron DeSantis in Florida governor's race

While Ron DeSantis was expected to defeat Adam Putnam, Andrew Gillum pulled off the shocker of the night.

2018 Florida Primary Election Results

View results for Florida's 2018 primary election.

Sheriff Jerry Demings takes Orange County mayor's race in a landslide — 'We have won this race!'

Sheriff Jerry Demings takes Orange County mayor's race in a landslide, avoiding a runoff.

Maxwell: DeSantis victory, Putnam flameout shows that, in Florida, the GOP is Trump's party

Adam Putnam was groomed to be the future of the Republican Party in Florida, then Donald Trump sent out a tweet.

2 workers die after fall at construction site, Orange fire rescue says

Two workers died early Wednesday morning after they fell when scaffolding gave way on a construction site near Walt Disney World, Orange County Fire Rescue said.

UF QB Feleipe Franks never doubted he should be Gators' starter

When Feleipe Franks finally learned last Friday he would be the starter for this weekend's season opener at home against Charleston Southern, it gave him a sense of both relief and validation.

UCF offensive tackle Josh McMullen quickly adapts, earns starting role

UCF offensive tackle Josh McMullen has adapted quickly to the switch from junior college to the Football Bowl Subdivision level, earning a chance to start for the Knights.

Smarter, more experienced Hurricanes offense looking forward to test against LSU

Ahead of their season opener against No. 25 LSU, the members of Miami's offense say they are smarter, deeper, more talented and more experienced than they were a year ago when they lost three games to end the year. They know they can prove that to the nation Sunday night.

FSU alum Derwin James speeding toward a starting role with Chargers

Although Derwin James played against the best college players at Florida State, the Chargers' rookie safety is learning how fast the NFL can be.

Led by Winter Park, Wolverine Invitational produces phenomenal golf

Winter Park, led by medalist Michael Mays' 7-under 65, posted a 9-under 279 to win an outstanding Wolverine Invitational at Golden Bear Club at Keene's Pointe.

Orlando's DJ Nasty opens for Beyoncé and Jay-Z

Star 94.5 personality DJ Nasty will perform with DJ Khaled at Beyoncé and Jay-Z's On the Run Tour at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.

'America's Got Talent': No. 1, 2 for week

'America's Got Talent' tops the ratings for a week when other favorites included the NFL, '60 Minutes,' 'Celebrity Family Feud' and 'Big Brother.'

Stay the night at Dan Marino's home in Reunion

Rent the Reunion home of former Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino. The 8-room, 8-bath, 3600 sq. ft. home at Reunion's Encore Resort features photos and memorabilia from the football star's playing days.

Chris Stapleton tops list of nominees for CMA Awards

Chris Stapleton topped the list of finalists Tuesday with five nominations for the 52nd annual Country Music Association Awards.

United Ballet Theatre debuts with polish, flair

Orlando Sentinel arts critic Matthew J. Palm reviews "The Athletes of Art" from United Ballet Theatre.

Cinco Tacos restaurateur opening East Hampton Bait and Tackle in Winter Park

The former T.R. Fire Grill spot in Winter Park will become East Hampton Bait and Tackle this fall.

Florida travel calendar for September

Plan your vacation or weekend trip with our September calendar of events and festivals happening across Florida.

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