Tuesday, September 4, 2018

$100K for college tuition, up-close with sea lions, new space race fuels economy

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September 4, 2018

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Evans student stunned after receiving $100K for college tuition from Beyonce, Jay-Z

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An Evans High School student will receive $100,000 from singers Beyonce and Jay-Z to help pay for his college tuition.

Rating Epcot Food and Wine Festival's new dishes, drinks

Orlando Sentinel reporters Dewayne Bevil and Lauren Delgado make their first foray around the world for the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival - and rate a few of the new dishes and drinks.

From foster child to beacon of hope to others lost in system of despair

From foster child to beacon of hope to others lost in system of despair, Justin Nieves hopes to become a mentor for foster youth one day

Alligator shows up on Florida school playground

An alligator paid a visit to a Florida elementary school Sunday and got away before trappers arrived.

Orlando City barber Alex Arrieta goes from fan of Lions to friend of club

Alex Arrieta never intended to be a barber.

Now Netflix stars, Bethune-Cookman's marching band ready for football season

The Orlando Sentinel caught up with members of the BCU marching band for a special edition of "The Bridge." The Wildcats are featured in the Netflix series "Marching Orders" streaming now.

Get up-close with sea lions at SeaWorld

SeaWorld's Sea Lions Up-Close tour allows guests to learn more about the care and training of the theme park's sea lions and seals — and offers a photo opportunity with one of the stars of "Clyde and Seamore's Sea Lion High."

Wardrobe function: Serena Williams' catsuit controversy prompts tutu retort

Serena Williams wears a tutu on the tennis court after the French Open banned her catsuit.

Orlando wildlife sanctuary dilemma: Where to find homes for 300-plus exotic animals?

Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary dilemma: What to do with 300 exotic animals, as owner Jim Bronzo contemplates mortality

With NBA restrictions lifted, at least the Magic's shoes will be interesting this season

The NBA will let players wear any color shoes this season. The impending fashion explosion should make teams like the Magic a little less dull to watch.

'Never been busier:' New space race fuels massive economic comeback on Space Coast

In the seven years since the shuttle program ended at the Space Coast, the region has returned from nearly 12 percent unemployment to 3.9 percent unemployment, bolstered by new companies and a diversified economy.

Pictures: 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival featured dishes

An exclusive sneak peek of dishes at the 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The festival, now in its 23rd year, runs from Aug. 30 to Nov.12.

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