Tuesday, October 2, 2018

SeaWorld draws more visitors & man killed at ORMC

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

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October 2, 2018

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SeaWorld: Attendance keeps surging after past struggles

Attendance has grown as SeaWorld has added new beer festivals and late-night shows and vowed to build more attractions or events at each park every year to compete and draw more visitors.

Orlando officers kill man who made threats, claimed to have gun at ORMC, police say

Orlando Regional Medical Center was placed on lockdown Monday morning.

Florida Constitution amendments: What they do, pro and con

Here is a look at the constitutional amendments facing Florida voters on the general election ballot.

Grandmother killed in Orlando home was family's 'glue' — 'We didn't want her to go this way'

Billy Desrosiers, 29, told deputies he killed Ruby Steplight because he was angry his girlfriend was injured during a fight with one of Steplight's family members.

Puerto Rico governor Ricardo Rosselló endorses Bill Nelson, Andrew Gillum

Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló endorsed U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson for re-election, highlighting his "longstanding relationship" with the island — and sparking rebuke from some Puerto Rican supporters of his Republican opponent.

Magic fall to 76ers, Jonathan Isaac injured during new coach Steve Clifford's bumpy preseason debut

The Orlando Magic lost their preseason opener to the Philadelphia 76ers, and Jonathan Isaac suffered an injury, spoiling coach Steve Clifford's debut with the team.

UCF finds time for fun even while remaining focused on record-setting season

UCF players and coaches are focused on the team remaining undefeated, but that doesn't mean the Knights aren't enjoying themselves in the process.

Stronger Florida State offensive line play helped fuel win at Louisville

Florida State's stronger offensive line play helped Deondre Francois steer the Seminoles to a win at Louisville and could provide another boost against rival Miami.

From Gators' bench warmer to 'Waterboy,' UF safety Donovan Stiner shines

UF sophomore safety Donovan Stiner's game-ending sack against Mississippi State earned him the nickname, "Waterboy,'' a nod to the Adam Sandler hit movie.

Osceola moves to No. 1, West Orange climbs in Sentinel Super 16 football rankings

Wekiva's loss to West Orange on Friday opened the door for Osceola to slide into the top spot in the latest Sentinel Super 16 football rankings.

Lady Gaga visits DeGeneres, Colbert; Bradley Cooper talks to Fallon

"A Star Is Born'' will get promotion on talk shows this week, Lady Gaga talks to Ellen DeGeneres and Stephen Colbert. Bradley Cooper visits Jimmy Fallon. Sam Elliott also talks to Colbert. The movie opens Friday.

First look/soak: Infinity Falls raft ride at SeaWorld Orlando

Infinity Falls, the new raft ride at SeaWorld Orlando, has hills, spills and a high drench factor. You will get soaked, the theme park promises.

Comic Kondabolu avoids Trump jokes

Comic Hari Kondabolu talks race, gender and immigration in his act, but he tries to avoid Donald Trump jokes. "At this point CNN is like Comedy Central,'' he says.

A very gourd guide to pumpkin patches and corn mazes in Central Florida

Here's a list of all of the pumpkin patch and crop maze fun you can have in Orlando and Central Florida this fall.

Theme-park scents spark creation of Celebration-based candle company

The Magic Candle Company, based in Celebration, creates candles, wax melts, room sprays, car air fresheners and enchanted fragrance oils that are inspired by theme park attractions, resorts and food.

Florida travel calendar for October

Check out festivals and events in October across the state.

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