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Mechanical One & Valencia Partner for Training, Creation of Skilled Trade Jobs

Mechanical One and Valencia College partner to offer training in electrical, HVAC and plumbing trades in Orlando and throughout Central Florida.
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Orlando Mayor Candidate Calls for Police Patrols as Youth Homicides Surge with Gun Violence

Orlando mayoral candidate raised a clarion call for urgent action in response to the alarming surge in youth homicides caused by gun violence.
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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Refuses to Resign from OnePULSE Foundation

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer refuses to step down from role on OnePULSE Foundation despite calls from coalition saying "there are clear conflicts of interest."
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Free Growing Bolder Day Event in Winter Park by Senior Resource Alliance

The Senior Resource Alliance presents Growing Bolder Day, a free event to promote active lifestyle, social engagement, creativity and health screenings.
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Orange County Updating Floodplain Management Plan, Seeks Public Input

Orange County is updating its Floodplain Management Plan and the public is encouraged to provide input on strategies.
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Orange County Regional History Center Wins Award for Special Exhibition

The Orange County Regional History Center received an award for the special exhibition “Figurehead: Music & Mayhem in Orlando’s Underground.”
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Beautification Grants Improve Appearance of Local Neighborhoods

The BCC and Mayor Jerry Demings increased the beautification grants amount from $10,000 to $15,000 and $400,000 has been distributed every year.
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Victoria’s Voice Hosts Save Our Kids Forum on Opioid Overdose Crisis in Orlando

Victoria’s Voice Foundation, founded by David and Jackie Siegel, will host its annual “Save Our Kids” forum in Orlando on America's opioid crisis.
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Orlando Parts Distribution Union Workers Join UAW Strike

As the United Auto Workers expanded their strike against the Big Three automakers, Orlando union workers joined and walked off the job.
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Orlando Police Announce Mercy Drive Deadly Shooting Arrest

The Orlando Police Department announced a murder arrest in the recent deadly shooting on Mercy Drive that left several people shot.
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SRA Hosts Free Fall Prevention Workshops for Winter Garden Seniors

This October, Senior Resource Alliance hosts an 8-session “Matter of Balance” fall prevention workshop for local seniors in Winter Garden.
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Operation Positive Direction, Orlando Police Transform Resident’s Home

Operation Positive Direction joined OPD officers, volunteers, and local businesses to help restore home of longtime Orlando resident in Washington Shores.
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Orlando Airport Board Approves Budget, Capital Improvement Plan

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Board considered several funding issues recently related to future growth, including Terminal C.
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Orange County Announces Cultural Events to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Orange County announced a month-long celebration of cultural events that will showcase and celebrate the vibrant local Hispanic community.
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Deadline for Orange County Small Business BOOST Grant Applications

Last chance: Orange County government will close the application portal for small business, home-based business, and gig worker BOOST grants.
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Brightline Orlando Announces Official Launch Date

The countdown is on as Brightline Orlando announces official launch date for service to/from Orlando International Airport.
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OUC Board Approved Second Rate Decrease

OUC’s Board of Commissioners voted to lower electric rates and the rate adjustment will take effect on October 1st.
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Orlando Commissioner Was Arrested for Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct

An Orlando City Commissioner with a lengthy criminal history was arrested out-of-state for public intoxication and disorderly conduct.
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Former Commissioner Enters Race for Orlando Mayor Hoping to Oust Dyer

Former Orlando City Commissioner Samuel B. Ings is campaigning on crime and homelessness to become Orlando’s next mayor against Buddy Dyer.
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Volunteers Needed to Help Local Seniors Avoid Medicare Enrollment Fraud

Senior Resource Alliance needs volunteers in Orange, Osceola, Brevard and Seminole to help local seniors navigate Medicare insurance enrollment season.
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OUC Opens Robinson EV Recharge Mobility Hub

Last month, OUC opened the Robinson Recharge Mobility Hub in Orlando, one of the largest electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Florida.
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Econlockhatchee Trail Expansion Project Underway

Work on a $66.7 million project to widen Econlockhatchee Trail in east Orange County is underway.
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Goodwill Helping Teachers & Families with Back to School Costs

As Central Floridians start the new school year, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida is supporting local families and educators in multiple ways.
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Orlando Hospital Received National Recognition for Stroke Care

Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital achieved national recognition for stroke care.
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Showing Appreciation for Central Florida Foster Parent of the Year

A single foster mom and fourth-grade teacher at an Orange County charter school was chosen by Embrace Families as Foster Parent of the Year.
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Oviedo Medical Center Constructs $17M HCA Florida Maitland Emergency

Oviedo Medical Center, an affiliate of HCA Florida Healthcare, recently began construction on the new $17.7 million HCA Florida Maitland Emergency.
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Buddy Dyer, Jerry Demings Disappoint Democrats on State Attorney Suspension

Democrats are disappointed in the weak responses from Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings to the suspension of State Attorney.
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212,000 Orange County Students Return for First Day of School

Orange County Public Schools, the 8th largest school district in America, will welcome back an estimated 212,000 students for the 2023-24 school year.
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Governor DeSantis Suspends State Attorney Worrell for Neglect of Duty, Incompetence

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suspends Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell for neglecting her duty to faithfully prosecute crime.
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Orlando VA Healthcare System Hosts Maternal Health Summit

The Orlando VA Healthcare System hosted a Maternal Health Summit to better deliver perinatal services for Veterans.
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