Sunday, January 5, 2020

Apparent tornadoes cause damage in Leesburg, DeLand & Orange County agencies celebrate Three Kings Day

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Apparent tornadoes cause damage in Leesburg, Stetson University in DeLand, NWS says

The National Weather Service in Melbourne said at least two tornadoes caused damage in Lake and Volusia counties and lifted a SUV on the Turnpike as storms ripped through Central Florida on Saturday morning.

Orange County agencies showcase vehicles, offer gifts for Tres Reyes Magos event

The event has grown since it was first put on in the early 2000s, with SWAT vehicles, police horses, Orlando Fire Department trucks and a helicopter from the sheriff's office making appearances at the schools field along with free haircuts, food, games and gifts for families who registered beforehand.

Orlando Health acquires Jewett, to open $250 million orthopedic hospital | Exclusive

Orlando Health has acquired Jewett, one of Orlando's largest independent orthopedic practices, and plans to build a $250 million orthopedic hospital on its downtown campus -- the first of its kind in Florida. The specialty hospital, which will have up to 75 beds and is scheduled to open in 2023, offers inpatient and outpatient orthopedic services, rehab and a sports performance center

DirecTV customers lose WESH, WKCF

The DirecTV-Hearst negotiations reached an impasse. DirecTV customers have lost WESH-Channel 2 and WKCF-Channel 18.

After Bryce Gowdy's suicide, let's elevate the conversation about poverty's effects on youth | Commentary

The tragic suicide of rising football star Bryce Gowdy leaves me wondering if we're failing to have a meaningful conversation about poverty and its connection to the 73 percent increase in self-reported suicide attempts among black teenagers from 1991 to 2017 according to the Journal Pediatrics.

Celebrate Three Kings Day with Jaleo's regal ring of cake with hidden bling

Cake and celebrations go hand in hand, no matter the culture. Three Kings Day is no exception.

Not without my mayo: Western sushi takes an eastward turn in Orlando

As Orlando's sushi scene takes an eastward turn toward tradition, area chefs say there's still a place for dishes that have become "American" classics.

Orlando owes David Stern a huge debt of gratitude | Commentary

Former NBA commissioner David Stern had a monumental impact on Orlando and the rest of the NBA.

Gators basketball rallies for dramatic double-OT win over Alabama

The Florida Gators delivered a dramatic 104-98 double-overtime win over Alabama Saturday night to tip off SEC play.

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