Saturday, November 28, 2020

Black Friday in Central Florida & Holiday heroes needed

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

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Black Friday gets bleaker as fewer shoppers take to Central Florida malls, stores

Black Friday crowds this year were expected to be smaller as major retailers like Walmart and Target spread out their savings throughout November.

Harbor House looking for holiday heroes for domestic-violence survivors

Harbor House, Orange County's only domestic violence shelter, needs help to create a happier holiday season for survivors, many of whom fled their homes with little more than the clothes on...

Pet Alliance needs dog, cat food donations to keep pace with pandemic demand

The Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando is asking for the community's help in meeting the growing demand for dog and cat food. Since the coronavirus pandemic hit Central Florida in March, the charity...

Stabbing at 7-Eleven near Baldwin Park prompts investigation by Orange County detectives

The Orange County Sheriff's Office is investigating a Saturday morning stabbing at a 7-Eleven near Baldwin Park in Orlando.

Man in critical condition after shooting near Sky Lake, Orange deputies say

A 30-year-old man was shot near the intersection of South Orange Blossom Trail and Jordan Avenue after midnight Saturday, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

Florida coronavirus: 979,020 reported cases and 18,363 deaths statewide

The Florida Department of Health reported 17,344 new cases and 109 new deaths on Friday, setting a new record...

Coronavirus numbers could fluctuate after Thanksgiving, but don't be fooled, health experts say

Potential dips in reported infections as people skip testing during the holidays may offer the illusion that the virus spread is slowing when, in fact, the numbers say little about where the...

Hurricane center keeps track of two systems in Atlantic

The National Hurricane Center continued monitoring two Atlantic systems Saturday, both with the potential to form into a tropical or subtropical depression or storm. The end of hurricane...

How much less are we driving? U.S. burns 50 million fewer gallons of gas per day

U.S. drivers used more than a million barrels of gas per day fewer than last year on average, according to data from the Energy Information Administration.

For National French Toast Day, some trivia: It's not actually French

Here's a brunch riddle for you, Orlando: what's sweet and eggy and custardy and "French?" It's French toast, a brunch staple ideal for an indulgent Thanksgiving weekend! Also, it's not...

Disney: Epcot hasn't revved up 'Ratatouille' ride yet

Disney World hasn't opened a new ride since March, but buzz is building again on Epcot's "Ratatouille" ride

Small Business Saturday can give local economy needed boost | Commentary

Local entrepreneurs and small businesses need our help more than ever. As a guest columnist writes, support your local merchants on Saturday any way you can.

Friday high school football playoffs have special moments

Week 13 of the high school football season and round three of the playoffs for area teams that remain alive had more than the games going on. Prior to a its Class 8A home region semifinal...

UCF beats USF (again) and goes undefeated against COVID-19 | Commentary

The UCF football season wasn't perfect, but the Knights accomplished a major feat by becoming the only team in the American Athletic Conference that didn't have a game canceled due to COVID-19.

Lake Mary derails Oviedo to reach first-ever region title game, give coach Scott Perry win No. 100

Lake Mary clinched a trip to the region finals for the first time in program history while handing 16-year coach Scott Perry win No. 100 on Friday night.

Gators QB Trask faces Kentucky again, this time as Heisman hopeful

UF quarterback Kyle Trask burst onto the scene and began his meteoric rise during last season's comeback win at Kentucky.

Orlando Pride striker Sydney Leroux hungry to play, dominate

Fiery Orlando Pride striker Sydney Leroux is eager to show she's back to top form after her second pregnancy, delivering aggressive play during limited minutes on the pitch and mentoring...

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