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Sustainable Community Garden to Provide Fresh, Healthy Food for Underserved Orlando Kids, Families

A new sustainable community garden hopes to provide underserved Orlando children and families with fresh and healthy food.

OUC to Lower Electric Fuel Rates for Customers Starting This Summer

OUC’s customers soon will see an electric fuel rate decrease.

Orlando Teacher Selected as 2024 National STEM Scholar

Teacher from Pershing K-8 School in Orlando, among nine teachers from eight states selected to participate in the prestigious National STEM Scholar Program.

$18.5 Million Loan Closes for New 300-Lot Community in Apopka

A new 300-lot community of single-family homes and townhomes in Apopka is moving forward after an $18.5 million loan closed.

UCF Students Win Small Business Institute National Honors

Student team from UCF won honors at Small Business Institute’s annual competition.

Oviedo Medical Center Opens HCA Florida Alafaya Emergency

Oviedo Medical Center, an affiliate of HCA Florida Healthcare, opened a new freestanding emergency room, HCA Florida Alafaya Emergency.

Governor DeSantis Appoints Two to Greater Orlando Aviation Authority

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed two new members to the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board.

First Students Graduate from State Attorney’s Juvenile Literacy Program

State Attorney Andrew Bain launched a juvenile literacy program, with hopes to offer program to more youth in juvenile justice system later this year.

Visit Orlando: 25% Year-Over-Year International Visitation Growth in 2023

Visit Orlando announced an increase of 25% year-over-year international visitation growth in 2023.

Rose, McCurdy Make Runoff to Replace Suspended Orlando Commissioner

Shan Rose and Travaris McCurdy advance to runoff election, campaigning to replace disgraced and suspended Orlando Commissioner Regina Hill.

Orlando Traffic Warnings for OCPS Graduations Happening Downtown

Orlando traffic warnings have been issued for multiple OCPS graduations happening downtown on various upcoming dates.

Maxwell Frost Raises Money for Local Nonprofits from MadSoul Festival

Orlando Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost, the first member of Generation Z to be elected to Congress, recently announced that his MadSoul Music Festival raised $40,000 for four local nonprofits. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || ).push({}); The Democratic Congressman focused on organizations fighting for reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights,...

Orlando VA Healthcare System Earns National Award for Patient Safety

The Orlando VA Healthcare System was recently awarded national award for patient safety.

Orange County 2024 Air Quality Slogan Competition Winner

A sophomore from Maynard Evans High School in Pine Hills is the winner of the Orange County 2024 Air Quality Slogan Competition.

MetroPlan Orlando Survey on Transportation System in Central Florida

MetroPlan Orlando wants to hear from residents about how to build a better transportation system in Central Florida.

OUC Offers Tips to Beat the Heat

OUC The Reliable One is offering some tips to help beat the heat and save money.

State Attorney Pilot Program Offers In-House Counseling for Crime Survivors

A new pilot program offers victims and survivors of crimes access to an in-house counselor at the State Attorney’s office.

Lots of Candidates, Barely Any Votes to Replace Disgraced Orlando Commissioner

The special election to replace disgraced Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill has lots of candidates, but barely any votes so far.

Orlando Students Awarded for Artwork in Water Conservation Contest

Students from Orange County recently celebrated artwork designed to raise awareness about the importance of water conservation with OUC.

All Orlando Science School Students Place at State Science & Engineering Fair

At the 2024 State Science and Engineering Fair, every competing Orlando Science Charter Middle School (OSS) student placed.

Orlando-based Orbital Wildfire Detection & Mobile Alert Solution Secures Honors

An Orlando weather and environmental monitoring solutions company recognized for AI-powered orbital wildfire detection and mobile alert solution.

Nonprofit Partners with Bank of America to Support Orlando Revitalization Projects

Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County partnered with Bank of America to support revitalization projects in Orlando’s Holden Heights.

New Bird Blind at Johns Lake Conservation Area

The newest amenity at Johns Lake Conservation Area near Winter Garden is Orange County’s first bird blind for bird watching.

CLEAR Now Offers TSA PreCheck Enrollment, Renewals at MCO

CLEAR announced that consumers at select airport locations, including Orlando International Airport (MCO), may now use CLEAR’s dedicated TSA PreCheck enrollment pods to enroll in TSA PreCheck, no appointment necessary. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || ).push({}); For the best of both worlds in travel, customers can bundle...

Orange County Adopts CDC Initiative to Reduce Fatal & Nonfatal Overdoses

Orange County awarded grant by CDC to implement Stop Overdose campaigns locally to address increase in deaths from prescription opioids and illicit drugs.

Orlando International Airport Considers Upgrade to Concessions Program

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority held a workshop to consider options for a reimagined concessions program at Terminals A and B.

League of Women Voters of Orange County Elects New Officers, Board

The League of Women Voters of Orange County, Florida selected a new slate of officers and directors at its annual meeting in April.

Orange County to Award Tourist Tax Grants Exceeding $2 Million

Orange County's Tourist Development Tax Application Review Committee accepting applications for capital grants exceeding $2 million and up to $15 million.

Three OCPS Schools Named U.S. DOE Green Ribbon Schools

Three OCPS schools were among only 42 schools across the country to receive the 2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools designation.

Orlando Classic Mazda Saves on Air Conditioning Costs after Solar Investment

Orlando's Classic Mazda said solar investment has paid off in surprisingly high dividends: a decrease in energy costs and an increase in morale.