News across Greater Orlando

Clermont Woman’s Club Fashion Show Celebrates Style, Community, and Giving Back
Fashion meets philanthropy this fall as the Clermont Woman’s Club. Members invite the community to its annual fashion show, “Empowered to Inspire: United to Make a Difference.” Set for Saturday, October 24, 2026, the event will take place from noon to 2:30 pm at Gabby’s Banquet…

Public Art Merchandise for Sale at City Hall
The City of Oviedo is selling Tote Bags, Poster and Post Cards just in time for the holidays! All proceeds support Oviedo Public Arts. Click for details.

On the Scene: Howey Mansion Unveils New Historical Marker
On Friday, September 11th, The Howey Mansion unveiled a Historical Marker sponsored by the Howey-in-the-Hills Garden and Civic Club and the Florida Department of State. Guest speakers Commissioner Sean Parks and Estate Manager and Historian Fran O'Keefe offered insight into the…

Leesburg Aviation Chapter Marks 50 Years With Fly-In Breakfast
Pancakes, planes and a shared love of aviation brought pilots and families to Leesburg International Airport Saturday as EAA Chapter 534 celebrated 50 years of flying, building and introducing new generations to the skies. The Mid-Florida chapter of the Experimental Aircraft…

South Lake Chamber Ends Clermont Cops’ Winning Streak at Battle for Hope
The South Lake Chamber of Commerce took home the championship belt at Find, Feed & Restore’s Battle for Hope fundraiser Saturday evening, (Sept. 26), ending the Clermont Police Department’s five-year run as champion. Chamber board members and staff faced off against officers in…

Opera Orlando Opens Its Season with ‘Madame Butterfly’ This Weekend
Opera Orlando is kicking off its 2026-27 season this weekend with one of the most famous operas in the repertoire, Puccini’s Madame Butterfly. The new production takes over Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts for three performances: Friday, Oct. 2 and…

Clermont Woman’s Club Members Attend The First Responders Breakfast
Clermont Woman’s Club recently attended the First Responders Appreciation Breakfast hosted by the South Lake Chamber of Commerce. Members from the Club were privileged to be able to attend to honor our dedicated Lake County Sheriff’s Department, local police and fire departments.…
More 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.
Nesta’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.
Orlando Parking Just Got More Expensive, and Say Goodbye to Meters
Parking in Orlando officially got a little more expensive today. The City of Orlando‘s new parking rates and citation fees took effect Oct. 1, part of a broader overhaul that also includes longer enforcement hours, the removal of traditional parking meters and a shift to cashless…

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute Marks Two Years of Walk-In Orthopedic Care in St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD, Fla. — For the past two years, Osceola County residents dealing with an unexpected sprain, sports injury or other orthopedic concern have had another option for receiving specialized […]

Black Phin Is Leaving Harmon Collective, But It’s Not Goodbye
Back in June 2025, we wrote about how a CrossFit gym moving into the former home of The Heavy made us groan, only to walk inside and discover one of our favorite new coffee shops. Now, Black Phin Coffee Bar is getting ready to leave Harmon Collective at 1152 Harmon Avenue in…