Thursday, October 18, 2018

Red tide spreads & Florida election primer

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

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October 18, 2018

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Red tide confirmed at Sebastian Inlet; beaches closed

Red tide has been confirmed at Sebastian Inlet, prompting the closure of beaches. The park remains open and anglers can fish from jetties.

Florida election 2018: A look at candidates, amendments on ballot

Here's a quick look at all the candidates and amendments on the Nov. 6 ballot.

Senate debate canceled: Rick Scott, Bill Nelson blame each other as CNN forum called off

A CNN-hosted debate between Sen. Bill Nelson and Gov. Rick Scott — which already had been delayed due to Hurricane Michael — has been called off.

Orlando luggage handler Bags Inc. sold for $275 million

Orlando baggage handling company Bags Inc. has been sold for $275 million to national parking conglomerate SP Plus Corp., the companies said Wednesday.

UCF Football Now: UCF survives Memphis, ranking controversy and looking ahead to ECU

Mike Bianchi, Matt Murschel and Chris Hays recap the Memphis game, discuss UCF's ranking and conclude with a preview of Saturday's game against East Carolina.

Bianchi: On their 30-year anniversary, Magic bring the Heat against their old rivals

The Orlando Magic can learn a thing or two about continuity from the Miami Heat, whom they beat 104-101 in their season opener, Sentinel columnist Mike Bianchi says.

Orlando City falls to Seattle Sounders, sets MLS record for goals surrendered in season

A season that began with so much promise for Orlando City is coming to an end with a thud. 

U.S. women's soccer defeats Canada 2-0, wins CONCACAF Women's Championship

The United States women's national soccer team clinched its sixth CONCACAF Women's Championship with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Canada.

Mo Bamba, Aaron Gordon lift Orlando Magic past Miami Heat in new coach Steve Clifford's debut

The Orlando Magic held off a late Miami Heat rally, delivering a win during new coach Steve Clifford's debut game and the team's 2018-19 season opener.

Bench plays key role in Magic win over Heat

The Orlando Magic found the boost they needed from their bench, with the group's intensity helping fuel a 104-101 victory against the Miami Heat.

Actors might work themselves to death in 'Irma Vep'

"The Mystery of Irma Vep" reviewed by Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm.

Winter Springs Dog Park: The Hound Ground welcomes friendly canines

The Hound Ground, located in Winter Springs' Central Winds Park, provides plenty of space for dogs of all sizes to run and play.

Epcot tour takes guests behind the seeds of Living with the Land

Walt Disney World's Behind the Seeds walking tour allows guests to see the Integrated Pest Management Facility, Biotechnology Lab for Crop Improvement, four greenhouses and the fish farm at the Living with the Land attraction at Epcot.

Central Florida's Denée Benton heads to 'Hamilton'

Central Floridian Denee Benton will star in "Hamilton" on Broadway.

7th Annual Wienerfest at Lake Lily Park

The 7th Annual Wienerfest will be at Lake Lily Park in Maitland on Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Foxtail Coffee exec ousted after sexual harassment accusations from former employee

Upstart coffee chain Foxtail has parted ways with its chief operating officer David Sievers after a woman said she was fired after making a sexual harassment complaint against him.

Disney World now offers character-inspired makeovers for all ages

Select Walt Disney World spas and salons now offer "Character Couture" packages, where ages 4 and up can get a customized, character-inspired makeovers.

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