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Orlando Magic Ryan Anderson Appears at Basketball Camp

On Tuesday, June 21, Orlando Magic forward Ryan Anderson appeared at his Orlando Magic basketball camp at the Orlando Sports Center. Ryan Anderson’s 2011 Orlando Magic Basketball Camp is a unique camp experience that allows youth basketball players the opportunity to learn alongside an NBA pro.

Local Student Named One of Twelve Bezo’s Scholars

  Miguel Goncalves is not only excited to enter his senior year in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at Cypress Creek High School, but he has much to be excited about this summer. He has recently been named one of 12 students in the United States to be named a...

Karlin RE Acquires 200 Unit Apartment Complex in Orlando

Karlin Real Estate has acquired through a friendly foreclosure a Class A 200-unit multifamily complex in Orlando, FL, following the firm’s acquisition of a non-performing note on the property in March, announced Managing Director Matthew Schwab.

OIA, Orlando Philharmonic to Celebrate America’s B’Day

On Saturday night, June 25, The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport and the Orchestra invite the community, visitors and travelers to share in a musical celebration of freedom.

Rep. Geraldine Thompson to Host Youth Summit To Commemorate Juneteenth

Ninth Judicial Circuit Judges Roger McDonald and Daniel Dawson, Public Defender Bob Wesley and Marine Officer and Assistant to University of Florida President Jamal Sowell will speak to hundreds of youth on June 17 from 9 am to 2 pm at the Valencia College West Campus to help them steer clear of missteps and set a path to success.

Fifth Third Bank Is “Giving Money Away” . . . In More Ways Than One

Fifth Third Bank is giving money away as part of an effort to promote an expanded No-Fee ATM program, available to individuals who open a checking account before August 15.

Congresswoman Brown Invites Community to Annual Job Fair

Congresswoman Corrine Brown, along with special guest, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, will host the 2011 Annual Job and Community Resource Fair in Orlando on June 27, at the Amway Center, from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.

Dyer Invites Community to Groundbreaking of Performing Arts Center

The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (DPAC) will celebrate a historic milestone with a three-day community groundbreaking celebration, June 23-25 made possible by an outpouring of community donations.

Leading Winter Park Architect Helps Introduce New LEED Rating System

Recently Steve Langston AIA, ACHA, EDAC, LEED BD+C, of RLF - a leading Winter Park-based architecture, engineering and interior design firm - served as one of four featured panelists who discussed the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) newly unveiled green building rating system: LEED for Healthcare.

Volunteer USA Announces Grants for Literacy Programs

Apply NOW…Grant awards available up to $70,000 Volunteer USA has opened an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) process to support high quality family literacy projects during the 2011-12 academic year. Eligible programs interested in opening or expanding literacy experiences to families of diverse backgrounds – including families...

Seniors First Launches Gas Campaign

Seniors First, Inc., recently launched "Help Fuel Meals on Wheels", a campaign to offset the cost of gas for the volunteer Meals on Wheels drivers.

Five Guys Receives Prestigious Award for Employing Disabled

The Bengel's Burgers Five Guys Burgers & Fries franchise recently received the 2011 Employer of the Year Award from the Employment Network of Central Florida.

Boys Town of Central Florida in the Spotlight

Life has never been particularly kind or fair to Latori Freeney and Shatilla James. But getting help from Boys Town of Central Florida has given the teenagers a chance at success and both wonder now where they would be without that assistance.

RLF Receives National Recognition from AIA for Second Year

RLF – a Winter Park-based architecture, engineering and interior design firm – was recently honored at the 2011 American Institute of Architects (AIA) National Convention in New Orleans, La.

Orlando Harley-Davidson Hosts “Ride Like a HOGstar” to Help Fight Hunger

On Sunday, May 22, Orlando Harley-Davidson hosted “Ride Like a HOGstar” benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, a nonprofit organization that provides hunger relief to people in need throughout the region. More than 850 motorcycle enthusiasts took part in the charitable police escorted ride and after-party.

Volunteers Needed to Help Cancer Patients on “Road to Recovery”

The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery Program is having trouble staying on course in the Orlando-Metro area. This vital patient service program is in need of volunteers who are willing to drive cancer patients to and from their cancer treatments.

Local Companies, Others Step in After Burglars Raid Habitat

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Orlando Area was recently a victim of theft. Earlier this month, nearly $13,000 worth of tools and equipment were taken from the affiliate’s construction trailers. In response, Universal Orlando Foundation, Amway Global, Grainger and Lowe’s stepped in to donate both tools and funds, so construction could continue.

Digital Billboard Operators to Broadcast Hurricane Test Emergency Alerts

The Florida Division of Emergency Management, in partnership with the Florida Outdoor Advertising Association (FOAA) and its operator members, will sponsor important test emergency alerts to be broadcast on digital billboards across Florida.

Outreach In Need

Debra Thomas knows what its like to do without the simplest of household items. She herself was once homeless. "I made a promise to myself if. I was able to get back on my feet I was going do is help those more in need than I was," Thomas said. The...

Local Boy Scout Raises Nearly $4,000 for Orange Sheriff’s K-9 Unit

A local boy scout and 10th grade honor student at Orangewood Christian School and member of the Boy Scouts of America Troop 200, recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout for his volunteer assistance at the Orange County Sheriff's K-9 Unit.

2011 Urban Youth Leadership Summit Announced

State Rep. Geraldine F. Thompson of House District 39, the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services, the Wells’ Built Museum, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Frontline Outreach, the Children’s Home Society and Valencia Community College have partnered to present the 2011 Urban Youth Leadership Summit from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on June 17, 2011 at the Valencia College West Campus in Building 8.

Outreach In Need

It was only six months ago when a small charity called New Directions Community Outreach was struggling to survive. A tiny band of volunteers was working hard to provide school supplies, scholarships, food and clothing to homeless families in Seminole County — but promises from a major supporter failed to materialize.

Rollins College Receives Presidential Recognition for Community Service

Rollins College has been honored by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) as a leader among institutions of higher education for its support of volunteering, service-learning and civic engagement.

Florida Celebrates May 16-21 as Water Reuse Week

Recognizing that water reuse is essential to ensuring safe, clean and sustainable water resources, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the state’s five Water Management Districts observe the third week in May as Water Reuse Week. A national leader, Florida currently reuses more than 240 billion gallons of reclaimed water each year statewide.

Orlando Carnival 2011–Official Media Launch

The Orlando Cultural Association Committee, hosts of the 24th Annual Orlando Carnival, will host an official media launch of Orlando’s Carnival 2011 at 2025 Woodlawn Drive, Orlando, FL 32803, 2 blocks from Leu Botanical Gardens.

Local Women Build Townhomes to Help Fight Housing Poverty

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Orlando Area recently celebrated National Women Build Week, an initiative designed to empower women to take action against poverty housing conditions.

Save-A-Lot Takes A Bite Out of Hunger

Save-A-Lot, one of the nation's leading hard discount, limited assortment grocery chains celebrated its continued commitment to supporting hunger relief programs in Orlando with the donation of 10,000 fresh Pink Lady apples to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, as part of the ongoing success of the “Take A Bite Out of Hunger” promotion.

Publix, Second Harvest Food Bank Team Up to Help Fight Hunger

Publix Super Markets recently announced an exclusive partnership program with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida to donate perishable foods – unsalable, yet wholesome and nutritious products – to the food bank to help fight hunger in Central Florida.

Orange County Offers Free Breastfeeding Classes

The Orange County Health Department's Women, Infants and Children program, commonly known as WIC, is inviting pregnant woman and their loved ones to their free Prenatal Breastfeeding Basics Classes.

Thompson Urges Participation in Ride of Silence

District 4 Commissioner Jennifer Thompson will participate in the 8th Annual Ride of Silence on May 18th. This ride honors cyclists lost or injured due to motorists while promoting a sharing of the road. The Ride of Silence is organized by the East Side Cycling Club.