Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Secretive group linked to big businesses & high schoolers exposed to COVID

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Secretive group pushing Florida constitutional amendment raised money linked to big businesses | Exclusive

A secretive nonprofit financing a proposed constitutional amendment that would make it far harder to amend the state constitution in the future has raised money from a group linked to a...

At least 13 Olympia High students exposed to COVID were at birthday party together

Orange County school leaders decided to shut down Olympia High School on Sunday after learning more than 150 students and staff had been exposed to the coronavirus, including at least 13 students...

In Florida, candidates can run in the wrong districts. No one's in charge of checking | Commentary

Bruce Antone drops out of Orange school board race after opponent says he lives in the wrong district. In Florida, no one really checks to see if candidates live where they claim.

As 2 tropical storms move west through Atlantic, 2 other systems may develop

A sheared Tropical Storm Paulette jogged to the west and is expected to turn west-northwestward later Wednesday, while further east, Tropical Depression Rene is expected to regain tropical...

Woman shot, killed by husband outside Navy Federal Credit Union, Orlando police say

Orlando police say a 27-year-old woman was shot and killed by her husband outside her job at the Navy Federal Credit Union near the Mall at Millenia Tuesday morning.

Demings will comply but questions DeSantis' request for coronavirus orders, penalties

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings promised to comply with Gov. Ron DeSantis' request that leaders in all 67 counties provide him with coronavirus orders they've issued — and any penalties...

DeSantis vetoes controversial vaping bill

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a controversial bill that would have raised the age to buy tobacco to 21 and imposed new regulations on vape shops and e-cigarette manufacturers.

Magic part ways with longtime radio broadcasters

Longtime Orlando Magic radio announcers Dennis Neumann, Richie Adubato and Joey Colon will not be back for the 2020-21 season as the team has decided not to renew their contracts.

UF playmaker Kadarius Toney becoming complete receiver for Gators

UF senior Kadarius Toney's continued development at wide receiver now could mean more touches and a more reliable weapon the Gators.

What makes us sad and glad at reopened Disney theme parks today

We're grateful for theme parks to begin their phased reopenings. At the same time, there's sadness in the air as enjoyable elements are missing, and reality bounces right back into your head.

Disney cancels Very Merry Christmas Party, Candlelight Processional but announces other holiday happenings

Walt Disney World has canceled the 2020 edition of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Epcot's Candlelight Processional, according to a post on the Disney Parks Blog.

Wawa giving free coffee to Florida teachers and school staff

Florida teachers and school administrators can stop by any Wawa service station and get a free coffee or fountain drink through Sept. 30.

Tasty 20 foodie events fill bellies while helping local eateries

When local foodie/marketer Maria Mancia-Vayo began her Tasty 20 events before coronavirus hit, her plan was to boost sales for the local, independent restaurants she loved. Little did she know...

Cook your way through popular cuisines throughout American history with these recipes

From Jell-O desserts at the start of the last century and Jazz-inspired chicken and waffles in the 1930s to vegan burgers in the 2000s, these dishes are an ode to the cultural influences of...

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