Wednesday, August 15, 2018

River Cross rejected & UCF-Sanford Burnham deal

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Seminole commissioners unanimously reject controversial River Cross project

Seminole County commissioners turned down the controversial River Cross project before a crowd of more than 200 residents.

UCF deal to take over Sanford Burnham building close to final

UCF, the City of Orlando, Orange County and Tavistock land development company are finalizing agreements that would finally put an end to Sanford Burnham's three-year quest to close its operations in Lake Nona Medical City.

Florida Hospital, Adventist Health System announce new name: AdventHealth

The name change will be effective Jan. 2, 2019, affecting all Adventist Health System facilities. Signs will be updated in the following months. For instance, Florida Hospital Orlando will become AdventHealth Orlando.

Maxwell: Candidate caught with fake diploma calls it fake news — until she's forced to exit race

Melissa Howard was a Republican candidate for a state House seat out of the Sarasota area.

Florida schools to receive federal funding for enrolling displaced students

Florida schools will receive $95.8 million to reimburse school districts for taking in K-12 students from Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands after the catastrophic hurricanes last year.

UCF defense turns to multiple players to help offset departure of star Shaquem Griffin

UCF is relying on multiple players to offset the departure of star Shaquem Griffin, a vocal leader who helped propel the Knights to a 13-0 record last season.

FSU's Nyqwan Murray forges relationships with new coaches, ready for leadership role

Senior Seminoles receiver Nyqwan Murray, who is recovering from a torn meniscus, expect to play in FSU's season opener against Virginia Tech. He is ready to lead FSU's inexperienced receiving corp.

Former Maryland OC Walt Bell declines to discuss Terps' culture, focuses on new role at FSU

New Florida State offensive coordinator Walt Bell on Tuesday did not directly address questions regarding an ESPN report on the toxic culture at his former school Maryland, but did share condolences about the death of offensive lineman Jordan McNair.

Deondre Francois enjoys return to IMG Academy, grasps tempo in new FSU offense

Orlando's Deondre Francois, one of three in FSU's quarterback battle, also says his left knee is consistently improving.

UCF's Justin McCray closing in on Packers' right guard job

Packers coach Mike McCarthy wouldn't declare Justin McCray the winner of the training camp competition at right guard, but he got pretty close. What was supposed to be one of the bigger competitions of training camp never materialized.

New musicals take the stage in Winter Park

It's time for the second annual Florida Festival of New Musicals at Winter Park Playhouse.

Stevie Wonder, Jesse Jackson visit ailing Aretha Franklin

Stevie Wonder visited an ailing Aretha Franklin at her home in Detroit on Tuesday.

Disney: Complete Eat to the Beat concert lineup set for Epcot

Eat to the Beat concert lineup now set for Epcot Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World.

Mount Dora actor savors 'Summer of 84'

Mount Dora actor Caleb Emery has his first movie lead in 'Summer of 84,' and he'll discuss the horror-thriller-adventure at a Saturday screening at Enzian.

Universal: Look for 'Michael Myers' house at Halloween Horror Nights

"Halloween 4: The Return of Michale Myers" will be part of the 2018 edition of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios theme park.

Small businesses give C-minus ratings to Florida, Orlando, survey finds

Small-business owners give Florida a C-plus for friendliness to their ability to operate, and the same for Orlando, according to an app called Thumbtack that connects businesses to customers.

Princess Cruises rolls out new cocktails created by 'Bar Rescue's' Rob Floyd

Mayan Heat, Italian Sunset and other new mixes reflect destinations for this cruise line — and the desire to beef up its menu of spirits, wines and beers too.

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