Thursday, August 9, 2018

Orange mayoral candidates go at it & election breach claimed

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Orange County mayor candidates spar over experience in TV debate

The mostly staid race for Orange County mayor finally started to get a little personal at Wednesday night's debate in Orlando, with the three candidates clashing with each other over the vastly different personal experience they would bring to the office.

Russia has breached Florida's election systems, Sen. Bill Nelson says

Florida's Democratic senator said Wednesday that Russian operatives have penetrated some of his state's election systems ahead of this year's midterms, but state officials said they have no information to support the claim.

Ron DeSantis, Adam Putnam trade blows during final GOP debate for governor

With 20 days left before the primary, the final Republican debate for Florida governor was held Wednesday night in Jacksonville.

Venezuelans seeking safe haven in Orlando face uncertainty, find community

Once the richest nation per capita in the world, Venezuela is undergoing a mass exodus as its citizens escape President Nicolás Maduro's authoritative regime and a deep socio-economic crisis. For many, their destination is Orlando.

Enzian Theater pulls plug on $6.5 million expansion, offers refund to donors

Donors will be able to get their money back after the $6.5 million expansion of the popular Enzian theater in Maitland was canceled.

Bianchi: Step aside Bucs and Dolphins, Orlando is jumping aboard Blake Bortles Super Bowl Jag Wagon

Sentinel sports columnist Mike Bianchi is predicting that former UCF QB Blake Bortles will lead the Jacksonville Jaguars to the Super Bowl championship. Seriously.

Loaded UCF receivers unit provides support for QB McKenzie Milton

UCF boasts a loaded wide receivers group, giving quarterback McKenzie Milton a wide variety of passing options.

UF coach Dan Mullen pushing Gators' special teams unit to be a game changer

For coach Dan Mullen's Gators, special teams is not just football nomenclature. It is a daily goal.

Former UCF assistant David Kelly relishes return to coaching under Willie Taggart at FSU

David Kelly is at peace with his return to college football coaching and is looking forward to his new role as Florida State's receivers coach under Willie Taggart.

Orlando Magic unveil 30th anniversary throwback jersey and logo

To celebrate their 30th anniversary, the Orlando Magic will employ a new logo and intermittently wear a throwback jersey during the upcoming season.

Book Lovers Day: Put down the phone and pick up a book

Aug. 9 is National Book Lovers Day, here's where to find your next good read in Orlando.

Original 'Lady of Eola Heights' has 1-night screening

2005's "Ladies of Eola Heights" returns with one-night screening at Parliament House.

Gershwin cousin will speak at brass concert in Mount Dora

The Lakeside Chamber Players stage a Gershwin program this weekend.

Cup-A-Thon at Crealde an excuse to get hands dirty

Crealde School of the Arts in Winter Park hosts its annual Cup-A-Thon fundraiser for the ceramics department.

Save the date: Mount Dora Seafood Festival is Aug. 25-26

Get ready for the Mount Dora Seafood Festival. The two-festival runs Aug. 25-26, 2018.

Metro Orlando homes hold steady in equity-rich, underwater-value figures

Nearly 1,000 Metro Orlando homes gained equity-rich status during the second quarter of this year, while the percentage of homes considered seriously underwater in value improved as well.

Some of the best things to do in Key West are free

Late summer and early fall is the best time to go to Key West for budget travelers. And there are plenty of free things to do in Key West.

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