How Orlando can dominate other sports destinations
Sports tourists and international visitors are two great pieces of business for Orlando's tourism market — so local leaders are eyeing international sports events ...>> view originalGarth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood to perform at Amway Center in ...
Country-music superstar Garth Brooks will perform at the Amway Center in Orlando later this year.Brooks announced the concert, his first performance in Orlando in 18 years, on Wednesday morning on his Twitter account.Brooks, who will be joined by Trisha Yearwood, will perform on Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Amway Center. Tickets start at $75 and go on sale Aug. 26 at 10 a.m.There will be an eight ticket limit per purchase.>>Download the Orlando My Way app for iOS | AndroidBrooks is the best-selling ..>> view originalMother arrested after toddler found wandering
A 26-year-old Orlando woman faces a charge of child neglect after her toddler was found wandering the neighborhood naked. Bianca Iesha Bethea was found sleeping inside her residence at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday after a neighbor called police reporting she'd found the 3-year-old child "running toward her fully unclothed asking for his mother," according to an Orlando Police Department incident report. The neighbor asked the child where he lived and found the residence with its front door open. She then ..>> view originalUruguayan defender José Aja quietly adjusts to life with Orlando City
With so many changes in the last month for Orlando City, José Aja's integration with the team has progressed somewhat inconspicuously.Described as a personable, friendly player who is "just such a nice kid," according to club staff, Aja made his MLS debut in Orlando City's 2-2 draw Sunday against Chicago. He is a tall, strong defender from Uruguay, signed on a six-month loan — the first move made after head coach Jason Kreis took over in mid-July.Overshadowed by the new coaching hire, the loan..>> view originalFBI: Orange County school threats don't seem credible
Authorities are looking for a man who posted a series of messages on Twitter, threatening to shoot students and place pipe bombs inside Orange County schools. The FBI, Orlando Police Department and Orange County Sheriff's Office are investigating the threats, but don't believe they are credible. Deputies are looking for 23-year-old Jesus Henry Kong, also known as Jessie Eloah Calix and Jesus Matute. Officials say he has a "history of law enforcement encounters" and is a transient who has lived..>> view originalFive vie over open House seat in west Orange
An opening in the Florida House seat for west Orange County has set off a five-way battle between a civil trial attorney, a pastor, a longtime legislative aide, a real-estate broker and a retail property investor.The Democratic candidates vying over the post being vacated by state Rep. Randolph Bracy agree that District 45 needs an economic lift, more educational opportunities and safer neighborhoods. And each argues that their experience and community ties make them the best person to take on ..>> view originalOrlando Bloom Wants to Propose to Katy Perry in the Next Four ...
Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry's relationship is far more serious than their steamy makeout sessions have lead on. As it turns out, the couple—whose romance first went public at the 2016 Golden Globes—could be headed for the altar in to time at all. A source tells E! News the duo has discussed marriage and children, adding, "They are in love and happier than ever. [Orlando] would like to get engaged to [Katy] before the year is up."The actor is already a father to 5-year-old son Flynn with ex-wif..>> view originalTolls not likely to fade away, experts say
In the year 2042, something potentially significant to Central Florida motorists could happen.The Central Florida Expressway Authority, which operates 109 miles of toll roads in Orange County, will have paid off its $4.3 billion in bonds. But when the roads are paid for, what happens to the tolls? Many drivers would love to see them disappear."That would be a big break for a lot of people," said Steven Dewdney, an Orlando resident. But because Central Florida has growing transportation needs ..>> view originalLive Oak planted at apartment to honor Pulse shooting victim
In a corner of the Marbella Pointe Apartments off Goldenrod Road, Marely Menéndez now has a place dedicated to her son, who was killed in the Pulse nightclub shooting. Twenty-five-year-old Gilberto Ramon Silva Menéndez, known as Junito, lived at the complex for about a year before his death. Management at the complex decided to honor him by donating a live oak tree and a simple plaque, marking it "Junito's tree.""Junito will always live in our hearts," Glenda Olmeda, a leasing professional who..>> view originalOrlando student released from hospital after...
ORLANDO, Fla. - An Orlando student was released from the hospital on Wednesday a day after lightning struck a tree in a parking lot, according to fire officials.The First Academy posted on Facebook that a middle school student was injured during the lunch hour in the campus parking lot near Bruton Boulevard.Fire officials said the 14-year-old was taken to the hospital in stable condition. He was alert but lethargic when paramedics arrived just after noon, officials said.The school said in a sta..>> view original
Thursday, August 18, 2016
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