Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Orlando Magic’s downtown entertainment district grows to $500 million-plus & The best nursing homes in Central Florida

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

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Orlando Magic's downtown entertainment district grows to $500 million-plus

The Orlando Magic has filed an updated master plan for its downtown Orlando Sports + Entertainment District that's expected to more than double the original $200 million project budget, according to a report in GrowthSpotter.

Best nursing homes in Central Florida, according to U.S. News & World Report

The majority of nursing homes in Central Florida received average ratings in the tenth annual U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes report, released on Tuesday. Only five, including Westminster Baldwin Park and the Mayflower Healthcare Center in Winter Park received a 5 -- the highest rating -- as their overall rating.

Amid Rebecca Fierle scandal, Orange to add guardianship manager to identify 'high risk' cases

Orange County commissioners approved nearly $50,000 in federal funds last week for the Ninth Judicial Circuit to hire a court guardianship manager who will identify cases involving incapacitated clients that pose "a high risk for criminal exploitation."

Mennello Museum to 'grow up' with dramatic facelift in $20 million expansion

The Loch Haven Park museum will be four times larger and have a sleek new appearance under the latest plan.

Magic can't complete late rally, fall to Raptors

The Orlando Magic fought their way back and looked poised to pull off an upset in Toronto, but they couldn't complete the rally and suffered a 104-95 loss Monday night.

Rev. Bryan Fulwider kills himself — 'Friends Talking Faith' co-host had been accused of raping girl

Rev. Bryan Fulwider, who was out on bail after his arrest charges related to child sex abuse, was found dead at his home in Altamonte Springs, officials said.

DeSantis attacks $15 minimum wage initiative; Morgan fires back

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday questioned a proposal to increase Florida's minimum wage to $15 an hour through the constitutional amendment process, warning about effects on the restaurant industry.

NBA player Robin Lopez unknowingly bought stolen Disney World items, records show

The newly released records shed more light on the case, including NBA player Robin Lopez's connection as a victim in the case.

'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' restaurant to serve exotic meat at Winter Park store

Twisted Root Burger Co. is opening its first Florida restaurant near Winter Park.

National Cat Day: Here's how to celebrate in Orlando

It's National Cat Day Oct. 29, so here are some ways you can celebrate in the Orlando area.

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