Tuesday, February 12, 2019

Medical marijuana & preliminary deal to avoid shutdown

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February 12, 2019

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Medical marijuana: Trulieve lines up edible pot products, even as Florida prohibits them

More than two years after 71 percent of voters approved a constitutional amendment to allow medical marijuana, Trulieve is putting pressure on Florida rule makers over edible medical marijuana products, one of the most popular forms of the drug in other states where it is legalized.

Lawmakers say they have tentative deal on border funding to avert a second shutdown

Key lawmakers said late Monday that they had reached a tentative agreement over immigration rules and funding for border barriers that would avert a shutdown.

Nonprofits agree to buy and renovate 83 Parramore affordable-housing units. Orlando may help pay for the upgrades.

The Parramore Asset Stabilization Fund — a combination of three nonprofits — has closed a deal to purchase 83 affordable housing units in Parramore, with plans of eventually selling to a land trust to stave off gentrification in the historically black neighborhood.

Atlanta company buys Reunion golf resort near Disney

Kingwood International Resorts has purchased the AAA Four Diamond-rated Reunion Resort and released an ambitious expansion plan for the Disney-area golf destination, according to a report in GrowthSpotter.

Florida Senate panel weighs watered-down 'sanctuary cities' ban after emotional testimony

The years-long fight to ban so-called sanctuary cities is poised to pass a significant hurdle in the Florida Senate, after a key lawmaker agreed Monday to a watered-down version of the controversial bill.

Magic forward Jonathan Isaac shows confidence, potential a year after injury-filled rookie season

Magic forward Jonathan Isaac has shown his confidence and potential to take over games a year after an injury-filled rookie season.

New Orlando City right back Ruan adjusting to life in the U.S.

Brazilian right back Ruan got an easy-to-follow piece of advice from Orlando City coach James O'Connor before coming to Orlando. 

Gators' spring game set for 1 p.m. April 13 in the Swamp

The Florida Gators will hold their spring game at 1 p.m. April 13 in Gainesville.

Playoff preview with Top 10 basketball district tournaments

Boys basketball listing of top 10 district tournaments includes 8A-5, with Edgewater and Windermere; 7A-5, with Mainland on top; 6A-13 with Bishop Moore seeded just ahead of Leesburg, Eustis and Poinciana; 9A-2 with Seminole and Oviedo; and 9A-3 with Apopka at the head of the class.

Corey Maggette, who played 1 season with Magic, faces rape accusation while at Duke

Corey Maggette, a former Clippers player who has called games this season as a Clippers analyst for Fox Sports West, has been accused of raping a woman during his time at Duke University 20 years ago.

Social media speaks: 'Hamilton' lived up to its hype

"Hamilton" ended its three-week run Sunday.

SeaWorld Orlando gives the scoop on sharks

A SeaWorld Orlando instructor shares shark facts during a recent Sharks Up-Close Tour at the park.

Magnificent salute to the movies' maestro

The Boston Pops' John Williams concert is reviewed by Orlando Sentinel critic Matthew J. Palm.

SeaWorld Orlando's shark tour takes guests on a fin-tastic adventure

A SeaWorld Orlando tour takes guests up-close with sharks.

SeaWorld Orlando: 2 new beluga whales in Wild Arctic exhibit

Two new beluga whales have moved into the Wild Arctic exhibit at SeaWorld Orlando theme park.

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