Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Teachers make voices heard & Legislature back to work

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Teachers rally in Central Florida and across the state for better school funding

Teachers in Central Florida take part in "fund our future events," a series of rallies designed to push the Florida Legislature to provide more funding for traditional public education.

Florida Legislature 2019: Here are the key issues facing lawmakers

The 2019 legislative session begins Tuesday with a new Legislature, a new governor and a new Cabinet, but an old list of major issues and agendas.

Law firm: UCF investigation into misspent money 'not influenced by anyone'

A law firm hired by UCF says its investigation was "not influenced by anyone" after several former employees cast doubt on its findings.

Orlando airport new terminal construction ranks among the top in the nation

Orlando International Airport's ongoing construction of a new terminal, other projects and renovations add up to rank among the highest in the nation for airport construction spending, according to an airport industry association.

Shuttered Windermere Country Club golf course can't be turned into homes as developer wants

The once prestigious Windermere Country Club might never again host a golf tournament, but its owner also can't turn the links' ragged and weedy fairways into single-family homes as he had hoped, a judicial panel has ruled.

Orlando City goalkeeper Brian Rowe: Lions showed resolve in comeback against NYCFC

Despite trailing NYCFC 2-0 at halftime, Orlando City goalkeeper Brian Rowe and his teammates believed the Lions could mount a comeback. 

Spirits high during FSU's first day of spring football practice

The Florida State Seminoles were excited to hit the field for the first day of spring football practice.

Arnold Palmer Experience gives fans inside look at Arnie's life, legacy

The newly unveiled Arnold Palmer Experience at Bay Hill Golf Club & Lodge gives fans an inside look at Arnie's life and legacy.

Magic take on 76ers with chance to get back on winning track

After stumbling Sunday night in Cleveland, the Orlando Magic look to get back in the win column when they visit the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night.

Coach Jill Ellis confident USWNT can still win SheBelieves Cup — with a little help

First came Japan. 2-2 draw. Then came England. 2-2 draw. Now comes Brazil. 

On View: 'Paper Play' and 'Cloudbursting' at Arts on Douglas

Arts on Douglas in New Smyrna Beach hosts two exhibitions from Akiko Sugiyama and Ivan Riascos and Shelly Bradon.

Actors relish diving into the past of 'Hamlet' characters

Paige Lindsey White, Gene Gillette and Junior Nyong'o discuss the fun of performing "Hamlet" and "Gertrude and Claudius" in repertory.

Luke Perry: Always beloved for '90210'

Luke Perry, who died Monday at age 52, became a fan favorite as Dylan McKay on 'Beverly Hills, 90210' and was playing a father on 'Riverdale.'

Luke Perry of 'Beverly Hills, 90210' and 'Riverdale' fame dies at 52 after stroke

The actor, most recently seen on the CW's "Riverdale," died Monday after he suffered a stroke last week.

Arsenio Hall: 'Stand-up saved my life'

Former late-night host Arsenio Hall, who will play the Orlando Improv, loves tweeting, topical humor and stand-up but not show business.

Crispers closing in Waterford Lakes as chain continues to shutter restaurants

Crispers is closing its Waterford Lake Town Center location, the third shut down in recent months for the Lakeland-based salad chain.

Navigator of the Seas refurb highlights efforts to entice new cruisers

The recent $115 million upgrade of Royal Caribbean Navigator of the Seas is the latest effort of cruise lines to turn older hardware into more enticing ships in an effort to draw in new customers.

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