Friday, September 21, 2018

Puerto Rico, one year after Maria & more trouble for UCF

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

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Puerto Rico's next hurricane could risk natural water supplies many relied on after Maria

Even after Hurricane Maria struck one year ago, some Puerto Ricans families never stopped relying on springs, streams and wells for water, many untested and at risk of dangerous contamination.

UCF misspent additional $10 million on construction and equipment, leaders say

The University of Central Florida used $10 million intended for operating expenses on construction and improvements to existing buildings, on top of the $38 million that leaders admitted last week was misspent on the new Trevor Colbourn Hall.

Lake Nona is adding more retail and entertainment. Will it be enough to bring people there?

Lake Nona is moving into the next phase of its evolution, adding retail and entertainment options. But will it be enough to make it a destination?

Orange sheriff candidates discuss mental health, excessive force in Pine Hills

Mental health and excessive force were among the topics discussed by candidates for Orange County sheriff in Pine Hills on Thursday evening.

Kavanaugh accuser won't testify Monday but open to doing so later next week

Republicans are warning that time is running out for Brett Kavanaugh's accuser to tell Congress about her claim he sexually assaulted her when both were teens.

UCF set for in-state showdown with FAU

UCF expects to be challenged by FAU, which shares many traits with the Knights, when the teams meet Friday night at Spectrum Stadium.

Key UF offensive lineman Brett Heggie returning to full strength for Gators

Following injury setbacks, UF offensive lineman Brett Heggie is beginning to make strides and inch closer to a significant role.

FSU coach Willie Taggart wants Deondre Francois to make better decisions under pressure

FSU coach Willie Taggart is asking quarterback Deondre Fancois to make better decisions in the pocket, helping the Seminoles' offense.

J.C. Carnahan's Week 5 high school football predictions

J.C. Carnahan makes his high school football predictions for Week 5 of the regular season.

NFL: Browns stop winless streak

For the first time in 635 days, the Cleveland Browns found a way to win, knocking off the New York Jets 21-17 on Thursday night.

Sak Theater Co. hires new artistic director, settles question about moving

Sak Theater Co. runs the popular improv Comedy Lab on Orange Avenue in downtown Orlando.

The harp takes flight at Bach Festival Society's season opener

The Bach Festival Society's "Harp and Strings" concert is reviewed by Orlando Sentinel arts critic Matthew J. Palm.

Central Florida Zoo: Meet PJ the rhino

Central Florida Zoo's Rhinoceros Encounter lets visitors get up-close and personal with PJ, a greater one-horned Indian rhino. The Sanford attraction is trying to raise public awareness of rhinos as World Rhino Day approaches.

'Veronica Mars': New series from Hulu

"Veronica Mars" will return next year in a new series from Hulu, and star Kristen Bell said the private eye is "exactly what the world needs right now."

Universal's Halloween Horror Nights: Awarding this year's houses

After experiencing the 2018 Halloween Horror Nights haunted houses, we've decided to give each an award.

Disney World: More Mickey, Incredibles in theme parks in 2019

Walt Disney World plans theme-park blow-outs for Mickey, Minnie, Incredibles, Lion King and more in 2019.

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