Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Rick Scott in Orlando & SeaWorld fine

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

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September 19, 2018

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Rick Scott comes to Orlando after canceling Southwest Florida event

On Monday, hours after being confronted in Venice by protesters angry about the red-tide outbreak on the Gulf coast, Rick Scott's Senate campaign canceled a planned stop in Collier County, Politico reported.

SEC fines SeaWorld, ex-CEO $5 million over 'Blackfish' investor fraud allegations

SeaWorld did not deny or admit the allegations under the settlement that still requires court approval.

Pulse memorial, museum project may get $10 million in hotel taxes to buy land

The drive to build a permanent Pulse memorial at the site of the Orlando nightclub earned a big boost Monday when a county advisory committee unanimously recommended awarding the effort $10 million in bed-tax money.

Maxwell: Ron DeSantis, Andrew Gillum: What to know about ethics complaint and FBI probe

An FBI probe? A lobbyist-owned condo? Headlines involving Andrew Gillum and Ron DeSantis deserve a closer read, Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell writes.

Kavanaugh's accuser wants FBI probe before she testifies; Trump says he feels 'terribly' for nominee

Wrestling for an advantage, Democratic and Republican senators argued over who could, should or would testify at next Monday's Brett Kavanaugh hearing.

UCF defensive back Richie Grant racks up turnovers, represents Danny Wuerffel Country

UCF defensive back Richie Grant is off to a flying start, representing Fort Walton Beach and Danny Wuerffel Country well.

UF QB Feleipe Franks still moved by Hail Mary to beat Tennessee

Feleipe Franks said he always will remember last season's game-winning pass to beat Tennessee, but he does not want the play to define him.

Bianchi: FSU fans need to get over their case of the Willies and get behind Taggart

FSU fans who are bailing out on new coach Willie Taggart aren't helping matters, Sentinel sports columnist Mike Bianchi writes.

Wakeboarder paralyzed near Orlando in 2014 finds purpose in hair challenge

Wakeboarder Brad Smeele, who was paralyzed from the neck down in a training accident in Orange County in 2014, is one of the people behind the Keep or Cut Challenge, in which people can vote online whether a person gets to keep or cut his or her hair, for spinal-cord injury awareness.

FAU QB Chris Robison embraces challenge of facing UCF as young starter

FAU redshirt freshman quarterback Chris Robison has had peaks and valleys over his first three starts as the Owls' quarterback and looks to turn in a strong performance against UCF, owners of the nation's longest win streak.

'America's Got Talent': Who wins?

Anyone could win "America's Got Talent'' after the Top 10 came through with first-rate performances. But dance troupe Zurcaroh, magician Shin Lim and rocker Courtney Hadwin stood out.

The hunt for comfortable movie seats in Orlando

Comfortable movie seats: Do they exist in Orlando? I tried out chairs across Central Florida for comfort, support and floor touchability.

'Captain Marvel' trailer: Brie Larson showcase

The trailer for "Captain Marvel,'' out in March, suggests the movie will be a showcase for Oscar winner Brie Larson.

History Center offers free admission for 'Come Out With Pride' Week

Orange County Regional History Center offers free admission for 'Come Out With Pride' Week, Oct. 8-14.

'Femme du Monde' celebrates female artists

Female performers are honored in a program that benefits the Victim Service Center of Orlando.

'Minnie Van' Disney drivers dispute joining Teamsters union

Some drivers who transport Walt Disney World visitors around the theme park resort after being summoned by a Lyft app want to put the brakes on joining a union.

In St. Pete, an Arts District walking tour serves up brewpubs with character

Green Bench Brewing, Cycle Brewing and St. Pete Brewing anchor St. Petersburg's arts districts.

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