Saturday, February 2, 2019

Mayor files for re-election & park for dogs and beer?

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February 2, 2019

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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer files for re-election — 'I want to continue the momentum'

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has filed for re-election, and will be on the ballot Nov. 5.

Combo dog park and human bar called Boozehounds planned south of downtown Orlando

A local group is planning to open a combination dog park and shipping container bar called Boozehounds Dog Bar in Edgewood south of downtown Orlando.

Puerto Ricans who fled to Orlando after Hurricane María struggled more than those in South Florida, study finds

Puerto Ricans who moved to Central Florida after Hurricane María had more difficulties adjusting than those who settled in South Florida, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Miami.

Kids call 911 after finding mother slain in Orange County home: 'My mom is on the floor dead'

A 12-year-old girl and her three siblings found their mother dead after waking up in their east Orange County home in December, according to a 911 call released Wednesday.

Ralph Northam yearbook page shows men in blackface and KKK robe

A photo appearing on Gov. Ralph Northam's 1984 medical school yearbook page shows a person in blackface and someone in a Ku Klux Klan robe and hood. The photo came to light after a week in which the Democratic governor came under fire for his comments on abortion restrictions.

Magic seek another streak-ending victory against Nets

The Orlando Magic, fresh off their 107-100 win over the Indiana Pacers, will try to beat the Brooklyn Nets Saturday at Amway Center in the final regular-season meeting between the teams.

Magic's Nikola Vucevic still riding emotional high after all-star selection

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic is relishing his selection as an NBA All-Star.

Magic wouldn't dare deal Vucevic now that he's an All-Star ... would they? | Commentary

The Orlando Magic wouldn't dare deal Nik Vucevic now that he's finally an All-Star ... would they?

Gators seek much-needed statement win Saturday vs. No. 7 Kentucky

The Florida Gators will host the No. 7 Kentucky Wildcats at 4 p.m. Saturday in the O'Connell Center.

SEC revenue distribution rises to $43.1 million per school

The SEC announced it will distribute $43.1 million in revenue per school, up 5.4 percent from last year.

'Tale of Two Cities' production is ambitious but flawed

"A Tale of Two Cities" from Central Florida Vocal Arts reviewed by Matthew J. Palm.

Hedgehog Day: St. Cloud rescue helps 'misunderstood' critters

A St. Cloud rescue shares information about hedgehogs and their rescue efforts for Hedgehog Day on Feb. 2.

Choral concert benefits young-father support organization

The Garden Choir's Unity 2019 concert benefits Young Fathers of Central Florida.

Edna Bland helps puppetry come alive for middle schoolers

Millennium Middle School teacher Edna Bland leads Seminole County's only puppetry classes.

Planning your week ahead: Feb. 1-7

A roundup of events and activities in Orlando and Central Florida that will get you out of your house.

Florida bans company for selling millions of fake social media followers

Florida's new attorney general Ashley Moody announced a settlement with a company for selling hundreds of millions of fake social media followers, or bots. Her office is targeting companies that engage in social media fraud.

Royal Caribbean cuts steel on 2nd Quantum Ultra class ship Odyssey of the Seas

Royal Caribbean has cut the first steel on its second Quantum Ultra class ship, Odyssey of the Seas, which is due in 2020.

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