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Portrait of a congressional district redrawn, as told by its voters
Redistricting has reshaped a key Central Florida district. So we hit the road to talk to voters about the issues that matter to them.
Positively Osceola
Published September 29SeaWorld Orlando’s “Miracles” Returns to a Christmas Celebration Filled With Holiday Favorites
ORLANDO, Fla. — For many Central Florida families, SeaWorld Orlando has long been one of the most beautiful and exciting theme parks to visit during the holidays. Its Christmas Celebration […]
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29More than 30 Apopka firefighters complete Tunnel to Towers run despite storm
More than 30 Apopka firefighters joined Sunday's Tunnel to Towers run in New York City despite travel delays and stormy conditions. Former Fire Chief Chuck Carnesale called the group "relentless" in its commitment to honoring those lost on September 11.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29Nesta’s plan for Apopka resource center draws hope and caution from service groups
Mayor Nick Nesta invited Apopka service organizations to help shape a proposed resource center for people experiencing homelessness and other hardships. Participants welcomed the chance to coordinate their work but urged the city to set realistic goals and follow through.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29Orange County approves $9 billion budget with $1.1 billion for public safety
Orange County commissioners approved a roughly $9 billion budget that directs more than $1.1 billion to the Sheriff's Office, Fire Rescue and Corrections. The county also set aside $19.5 million for affordable housing while warning that Amendment 3 could reduce future property…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29Florida gas prices jump 18 cents over the last week
Florida gas prices rose 18 cents last week before falling 6 cents over the weekend, AAA reported. The statewide average stood at about $4.37 per gallon on Sunday, roughly $1.42 more than a year earlier.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29Everything coming to Netflix in October
Netflix's October schedule opens with Florence Pugh in East of Eden and later in the month brings Ben Affleck's Animals. Returning favorites include The Diplomat, Nobody Wants This, and Lupin, alongside horror films, documentaries, and a live darts event.
Union County Times
Published September 28Tigers defeat state champs 3-1 in volleyball
Union County High School’s volleyball team defeated defending Rural Class state champion Branford 3-1 (25-16, 26-24, 25-27, 25-20) on Sept. 21 in Lake Butler. Mallory Waugh and Elizabeth Fowler had 29 and 22 assists as the Tigers handed the Buccaneers just their second loss of…
Bungalower
Published September 28City Hall’s Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibit Is Now On Display Downtown
Orlando City Hall is looking a little more colorful right now. The City of Orlando’s 20th annual Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibition is now on display at the Terrace Gallery, featuring work from 27 Hispanic visual artists from across Central Florida. The free exhibition runs…
VoxPopuli
Published September 28UNF poll: property insurance a bigger worry than property taxes for Florida homeowners | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Concern cuts across party lines, despite attention paid to Amendment 3.
Union County Times
Published September 28Man accused of trying to drive off with deputy partly inside vehicle during Lake Butler traffic stop
BY DAN HILDEBRAN Dan@BcTelegraph.com A 26-year-old Gainesville man faces a charge of aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer. Union County deputies say he tried to put his vehicle in gear while a corporal was partly inside it during a Sept. 25 traffic stop in Lake Butler.…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 28SpaceX's Starship launches on first orbital mission from Texas
Starship is key to SpaceX's commercial success and NASA's plans to land humans on the moon. This is the 14th flight of the uncrewed Starship, but the first time it reached orbit.