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Romance, 20 years after Dale Earnhardt's death & Q&A with Orange-Osceola Chief Judge-elect

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February 14, 2021

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Good morning, Central Florida. I'm managing editor Roger Simmons. Today is Valentine's Day, and if you're looking for some romantic movies to watch, a few of my Sentinel colleagues have put together a list of suggestions for you. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer celebrated Valentine's Day early Saturday. Dyer and girlfriend Susan Galloway got married in an outdoor ceremony attended by a few family and friends. Congrats to the newlyweds! There may not be much celebrating at Daytona Beach today where the 63rd Daytona 500 is supposed to open the NASCAR season. That's because there's a 60% chance of rain. Also casting a pall: It's been 20 years since the death of Dale Earnhardt on the final lap of the 2001 race. Our Mike Bianchi was at the track covering the race that day and offers his memories in his column. There will never be another driver like the Intimidator, right? And now, here's the rest of today's news ….

Q&A: Chief Judge-elect Lisa Munyon talks future of Orange-Osceola courts, COVID-19 pandemic

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Fight over 'ghetto' hair remark led to lauded Lake school deputy's arrest, suspension, records state

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Recent college grads get $1,800 stimulus checks as they file tax returns

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Florida reports 7,515 COVID-19 cases, 118 resident deaths

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20 years after death of Dale Earnhardt, remembering goats and ghosts | Commentary

NASCAR refuted Orlando Sentinel investigation ... until Dale Earnhardt died

Orlando area high school scores, top performers from Saturday, Feb. 13

Check out Orlando area high school scores and top performers from Saturday, Feb. 13.

Michael Carter-Williams relishes chance to give Magic boost at point guard

The Orlando Magic were happy to have Michael Carter-Williams back in the lineup and the veteran guard gave his team exactly what it needed on Friday in Sacramento.

A welcome oasis of serenity at Bach Festival | Review

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