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Orlando Public Relations Agency Wins Inc. Power Partners

Orlando public relations agency Uproar PR is an honoree of Inc. Magazine’s prestigious Power Partner Awards.

Nemours’ Dr. Laura Chilcutt Joins Second Harvest Board

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently welcomed Dr. Laura Chilcutt, M.D., J.D, from Nemours Children’s Health Orlando to its Board.

Fitness Industry to Invade Orlando for Olympia Weekend

Orange County Convention Center will host fitness industry top brands, major celebs, and enthusiasts for Olympia Weekend in Orlando.

Orlando Gets Community Violence Intervention Grant from DOJ

Rep. Maxwell Frost presented the City of Orlando with a Community Violence Intervention Initiative grant from the Department of Justice.

Orlando Police Take 10 Guns, Illegal Drugs Off Streets with SWAT Assistance

The Orlando Police Department recently announced detectives and SWAT team were busy taking 10 guns and a large amount of illegal drugs off local streets.

Orlando Man Tracked Down, Arrested in Attack on Ex-Girlfriend in Deltona

Orlando man arrested after law enforcement tracked him down after attacking ex-girlfriend in Deltona, pointing a gun at her head and pulling trigger.

Orlando Man Charged after Infant Critically Injured from Shaking

An Orlando man was arrested on a charge of aggravated child abuse after doctors discovered his infant son had severe brain injuries consistent with abuse from shaking. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || ).push({}); Malcolm Nelson, 32, could face an upgraded charge if the infant doesn’t recover from...

Winter Park Welcomes Latest Serotonin Centers Franchise Location

Winter Park welcomed a new Serotonin Centers franchise and three additional locations are set to open in the Orlando area.

Red Lobster Names New Chief Executive Officer, Chairman of Board

Red Lobster named a new Chief Executive Officer of the company and announced a new Chairman of the Board.

Apopka Man Sentenced for Receiving, Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material

An Apopka man was sentenced to federal prison for receipt and possession of child sexual abuse materials.

Local Social Media Content Provider Finds Success with Help from FSBDC at UCF

A recent UCF graduate contemplating starting her own venture, Nakiesa’s Photography, turned to the Florida Small Business Development Center for assistance.

Parramore Bike Unit Finds Firearm, Drugs During Orlando Traffic Stop

Two officers on the Orlando Police Department's Parramore Bike Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle downtown and found drugs and a gun.

Win Free Ultimate Endless Shrimp for Year with Red Lobster Scratch & Sea Instant Win Game

Red Lobster is bringing the fun with the launch of Scratch & Sea, a mouth-watering limited-time instant win game for all seafood lovers.

Darden Adds 10 Refrigerated Trucks to Help 10 Feeding America Food Banks

Darden Restaurants is helping Feeding America once again provide 10 member food banks with a 26-foot refrigerated truck.

Orlando Man Pleads Guilty to Orchestrating $1.15 Million Tax Fraud Scheme

An Orlando, Florida man pleaded guilty to orchestrating a $1.15 million tax fraud scheme and conspiring to defraud the United States.

Hard Rock Casino Carjacker Pleads Guilty

An Orlando man has pleaded guilty to carjacking in the parking garage at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Tampa.

Head of Orlando Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced to Federal Prison

United States District Judge sentenced Orlando and Kissimmee fentanyl ring to federal prison for distributing controlled substances and money laundering.

Orlando Man Sentenced for Armored Truck Robbery at Seminole County Bank

U.S. District Judge sentenced Orlando man to federal prison for armed bank robbery and brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence.

Governor Makes Judicial Appointment from Apopka

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced one judicial appointment to the Sixth District Court of Appeal from Apopka.

Tupperware Brands Announces Debt Restructuring

Tupperware Brands Corporation, headquartered in Orlando, has finalized debt restructuring for its existing obligations.

Orlando Police Recover Drugs, AR Pistol after Suspect Fled Traffic Stop

Orlando police officers recovered cocaine, methamphetamine, cannabis and an AR pistol after a suspect fled a traffic stop and was ultimately caught.

Amputee Coalition Brings Limb Loss and Limb Difference Community to Orlando

The Amputee Coalition held its 2023 National Conference in Orlando.

Orlando Officers Spot Driver Concealing Bag of White Powdery Substance

OPD announced a drug trafficking arrest after methamphetamine, cocaine and pills were recovered when officers spotted a driver concealing drugs.

Seaside Bank and Trust Rebrands as United Community

Seaside Bank and Trust has completed its transition to the United Community brand name, including at locations around Orlando and Florida.

9-Time Convicted Felon Arrested for Gun, Drug Charges in Orlando

The Orlando Police Department recently announced a 9-time convicted felon was arrested for multiple gun and drug charges after a traffic stop.

Orlando SWAT Team Makes Homicide Arrest

The Orlando Police Department announced a homicide arrest stemming from an investigation of a July 22nd murder.

79 Units, Public Space at WorldQuest Resort Orlando Sell for Millions

Ashford Hospitality Trust announced the sale of 79 owned units as well as the public space at the WorldQuest Resort in Orlando.

Suspect in Orlando, Casselberry Commercial Robberies Arrested

After a robbery spree at various locations in Orlando and Casselberry, local police identified and arrested a suspect.

Orlando Police Seek Tips on Suspects Breaking into Vehicles

The Orlando Police Department wants to know if the community can help identify three individuals suspected of breaking into vehicles.

Orlando Drug Dealer Arrested after Crashing Vehicle, Running from Police

The Orlando Police Department’s TAC Unit has removed another suspected drug dealer and convicted felon off the streets after a crash and a chase.