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Orange County Tourist Development Tax Collections Set Another Record

The Orange County Tourist Development Tax (TDT) collections set another record.
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Orlando Confirms Lake Eola Swan, Bird Deaths, Petition for Responsible Stewardship

City of Orlando confirmed Lake Eola swan and wild bird deaths, and a community petition is calling for responsible stewardship to protect the swans.
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Democrat Anna Eskamani on Orlando Immigration Detention Facility, City Council Silent

Democratic State Rep. & candidate for Orlando Mayor Anna Eskamani responded to possible immigration detention facility, City Council stays silent.
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Central Florida Congressman Issues What To Do If Approached by ICE

A Central Florida Congressman issued information on what to do if approached by ICE.
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Governor DeSantis Announced Over 10,000 Arrests in Operation Tidal Wave

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced that Operation Tidal Wave has resulted in over 10,000 arrests.
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NASA SpaceX Crew-11 Safely Returned to Earth from Space Station

The NASA SpaceX Crew-11 safely returned to Earth after a long-duration science expedition on the space station.
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Florida Republican Senators Celebrate Maduro Arrest, Stand with Venezuelan Community

Florida Republican Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody celebrated the arrest of dictator Nicolás Maduro and stood in support of the Venezuelan community.
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Florida Democrats React to Capture of Nicolás Maduro, Military Strikes in Venezuela

Florida Democrats reacted to the capture of Nicolás Maduro and President Donald Trump's military strikes in Venezuela.
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Publix Pharmacy Now Offering Customers Prescription Savings Finder

Publix Pharmacy is now offering customers a prescription savings finder.
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Orlando Health Created New Care Models Amid Growth Outside Central Florida

Orlando Health Network created new care models amid growth outside Central Florida.
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Drone Innovation Center Open on Full Sail University Campus

A state-of-the-art drone facility, “The Full Sail University Drone Innovation Center,” officially opened in Orlando. 
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New Orange County Animal Services Building Seeks Art with $145,500 Budget

Orange County is seeking applications from artists to develop artwork for the new Orange County Animal Services facility.
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FDLE Hosted Largest Internet Crimes Against Children Conference

FDLE hosted the largest Internet Crimes Against Children conference in Orlando.
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Orlando International Airport Estimates Record Number of Passengers for Holiday Season

Orlando International Airport (MCO) prepared for what is estimated to be a record-breaking holiday travel season through January 5th, 2026.
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New Curbside Collection Days Begin in Orange County

New curbside collection days for residents in unincorporated Orange County began under a new schedule which is now in effect. 
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Central Florida Man Sentenced for Killing Pregnant Girlfriend Who Refused Abortion

A Central Florida man was sentenced for killing his pregnant 18-year-old girlfriend who refused to get an abortion. 
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Future Initiatives Showcased for Orlando International Airport & Executive Airport

Greater Orlando Aviation Authority showcased future initiatives to grow and evolve Orlando International Airport (MCO) over the next decade.
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Plate Above Catering’s December Holiday Menu Gives Back

Plate Above Catering's December holiday menu offers chef-prepared meals while supporting local hunger relief efforts.
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OUC Opened One of Largest Floating Solar Arrays in U.S.

OUC launched one of the largest floating solar arrays in the United States, and the largest in Florida.
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Westcourt Leasing Space in Downtown Orlando’s Sports and Entertainment District

Westcourt is leasing office and retail space in downtown Orlando’s sports and entertainment district.
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Orange County Teachers Ratified New Contract with OCPS, Many Still Not Happy

Orange County teachers recently ratified a new contract agreement with OCPS, but many are still not happy.
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Man Threw Flares at Orlando Soccer Stadium, Convicted of Arson Resulting in Injury

A man who threw flares into the crowd at the Orlando soccer stadium was convicted of arson resulting in injury by a federal jury. 
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Florida Congressman Appointed to Critical Transportation, Infrastructure Subcommittees

Florida Congressman appointed to critical transportation and infrastructure subcommittees where he hopes to advance safer, more connected transit.
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Senator Ashley Moody Fights to Protect Florida’s Coast from Offshore Oil Drilling

Senator Ashley Moody is fighting to protect Florida's coast from offshore oil drilling, introducing the American Shores Protection Act.
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Final Production of Circulating One-Cent Penny

The final production of the one-cent penny ended the 232-year production run as a circulating coin. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || ).push({}); The United States Mint recently hosted a ceremonial strike event at its Philadelphia facility where United States Treasurer Brandon Beach struck the final, circulating one-cent...
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Orange County Tourist Tax Collections ‘Cooled Off’ in Latest Report

The Orange County tourist tax collections "cooled off" in the latest report from Comptroller Phil Diamond. 
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Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting at Tattoo Shop in Orlando

OPD released an update on an officer-involved shooting at a tattoo shop in Orlando that left a man deceased. 
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Plate Above Catering Offers Holiday Meals that Feed Hope

Plate Above Catering is offering holiday meals that feed hope, including for Thanksgiving.
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Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida Celebrated 13th Birthday

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida celebrated 13 years of caring for children and families across Central Florida and beyond.
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OUC Recognized for Decade of Community Excellence

OUC recognized for decade of community excellence, as strong community involvement played key role in earning the statewide recognition.
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