State Representative Bruce Antone, in partnership with Rock Lake Neighborhood Association and HANDS of Central Florida, announced the rescheduling of the free Homebuyers Education Workshop. The workshop will now be held Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at Rock Lake Community Center, 440 N. Tampa Ave. Orlando FL (Behind Rock Lake Elementary School and OCPS Tampa Ave […]
Orlando Weeps, but Orlando Is Strong
Orlando is a resilient community. We are Orlando Strong. The community response to the attack on Pulse, the worst mass shooting in U.S. history, has been incredible. Orlando is showing its love (#OrlandoLove) and it is showing its strength (#OrlandoStrong). Central Florida’s tourism industry is also not likely to suffer as a result of the […]
Gigi Stetler Alleges Camping World Conspired Against Her
Well, here’s another reason not to like having that name on our stadium: the ongoing legal dispute between Camping World, its CEO Marcus Lemonis, & Florida RV Sales of Broward dealer Gigi Stetler.
Officer Involved Shooting Near Orange Blossom Trail & 408
On May 1, 2016, at approximately 2:07 a.m, the Orlando Police Department dispatch received a call from a witness reporting a black male, wearing a dark shirt and dark pants was walking up and down Orange Blossom Trail near Carter Street carrying a Chrome firearm. The first officer on scene immediately called for assistance stating […]
Orlando Teachers, Hospitality & Building Trades Workers to Host Young Working Women Voters Forum
On Monday, May 2nd at 6:00 p.m., local labor and community groups will gather to host a Young Working Women Voters Forum. Florida’s young working women continue to face a disproportionately uphill battle at the workplace, with national reports giving the state a D grade in economic security for women. Panelists will discuss a range […]
Remembering Gino Nicolas
There are several memorials being planned to remember Gino Nicolas, who was gunned down after a drive-by shooting that injured five others. The shooting happened at the Landings at Carver Park apartment complex in Parramore. Police have made no arrests and are seeking tips from the community, with little luck. District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. […]
Making a Difference in Autism, Santiago & Friends Celebrates One Year
On Sunday, April 17, 2016, Latino Leadership celebrated the one-year anniversary of its widely successful program, Santiago & Friends | Family Center for Autism. For the past 15 years, the nonprofit has spearheaded educational programs to provide the best opportunities to the Central Florida community. In order to address a growing need in the community […]
Vote: 3 City Parks Compete for $20,000 Grant
As part of Earth month in April, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), Disney/ABC Television Group and ESPN are collaborating to enhance parks across the U.S., including a park or community center right here in Orlando through the Parks Build Community campaign. As part of the initiative, one of three City of Orlando parks […]
Fail: Organize Now Plans Pine Hills Community Meeting in…Colonialtown
Maybe they just want an “A” for effort? Local non-profit Organize Now announced a Pine Hills Organizing Committee meeting to be held in…Colonialtown?! It’s both laughable and insulting for a “community” organization to hold a meeting specific to one area, like Pine Hills, in a completely different part of Orlando, like Colonialtown. Tweet
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