Orlando’s new police union contract & Benjamin Barksdale signs as new Orlando fire chief

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View In Browser October 22, 2019 orlandosentinel.com Orlando Morning Report ADVERTISEMENT Orlando's new police union contract brings pay bumps and discipline tweaks The Orlando City Council on Monday approved a new collective bargaining agreement with the union representing city police officers and sergeants.. READ MORE City Council signs off on Benjamin Barksdale as new Orlando fire chief It's rare for Mayor Buddy Dyer to appoint from outside of the city's umbrella. But it happened Monday. The city council OK'd Dyer's appointment of Benjamin Barksdale as its new fire chief. Barksdale comes to Orlando from George's County, Md., where he oversaw the nation's largest fire and EMS staff. READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Orlando youth praised at White House now in jail Three months ago, 19-year-old Johnny Brummit of Orlando was at the White House, shaking hands with President Donald and talking about how his life had changed. Now he's in the Orange County jail, facing charges of attempted felony murder. His supporters say they're heartbroken. READ MORE 'Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker' final trailer is here | Watch now Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker final trailer dropped during Monday Night Football. READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT At least 2 Orlando Steak 'n Shakes close as sales falter nationwide The Steak 'n Shake on East Colonial Drive in Orlando has closed as the company looks for franchisees to take over more than 100 stores. READ MORE Free cleanings, fillings offered by Corner Lake Family Dental Orlando's Corner Lake Family Dental will observe Free Dentistry Day with free cleanings, fillings. READ MORE Play away with gaming deals at Arcade Monsters, GameTime Orlando area arcades GameTime and Arcade Monsters offer deals for unlimited play. READ MORE Magic forward Aaron Gordon doesn't need votes to know he's one of NBA's 'most athletic' players Orlando Magic power forward Aaron Gordon knows a little bit about athleticism, and where he stands among his NBA peers in that department. READ MORE Nationals manager Dave Martinez's family thrilled to see Lake Howell grad lead Washington to World Series Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez's family is thrilled to see the Lake Howell graduate lead his team a World Series. READ MORE Mr. Rogers concert looks at lesser-known side of Rollins College alum "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" Vocatave joins celebration of Mr. Rogers. READ MORE advertisement Unsubscribe   |   Newsletters   |   Privacy Policy   |   Terms of Service Copyright © 2019 | Orlando Sentinel | 633 N. Orange Ave. Orlando, FL 32801 ABOUT THIS EMAIL You received this email because you are following the Orlando Morning Report newsletter.