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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Brightline Orlando Announces Official Launch Date

The countdown is on as Brightline Orlando announces official launch date for service to/from Orlando International Airport.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Econlockhatchee Trail Expansion Project Underway

Work on a $66.7 million project to widen Econlockhatchee Trail in east Orange County is underway.

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.

Orlando Hospital Received National Recognition for Stroke Care

Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital achieved national recognition for stroke care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Orange County Commissioner Elected Chair of Statewide Transportation Board

Orange County Commissioner elected chairperson of the Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council’s governing board.

Orlando Health Expands Partnership in Puerto Rico

Orlando Health expanded its partnership with Doctors’ Center Hospital, which now extends to four hospitals in Puerto Rico.

All OCPS Students Will Receive All School Meals At No Charge

Orange County Public Schools announced the school system will serve all students, all school meals at no charge for the 2023-24 school year.

Growing and Learning – Personally & Professionally – Through a Career in Hospitality

It’s not every day that you find a job that’s equal parts fun, challenging and rewarding … but that’s what I’ve found at Marriott Vacations Worldwide.

Orange County BOOST Grants for Small & Home-Based Businesses, Gig Workers

Orange County introduced the Small Business BOOST, a new program offering grants for small businesses, home-based businesses, and gig workers.

Airport Board Approves Next Step in Terminal C Pedestrian Bridge Construction

Orlando International Airport’s (MCO) Terminal C pedestrian bridge is progressing along its construction timeline.

Governor DeSantis Appoints Winter Park Judge to Sixth District Court of Appeal

Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced a Winter Park judicial appointment to the Sixth District Court of Appeal.

OCPS Students Showed ‘Substantial Improvements’ in 2022-23 Academic Year

The Florida Department of Education released student test scores for the 2022-23 Florida spring test administration, and OCPS results are in.

Local Students Selected for EA Orlando’s ‘Get in the Game’ STEAM Camp

High school students will experience the power of play and how they can shape the future of the video gaming industry with EA Orlando in Creative Village.

Heat Stress First Aid Kits Distributed to Orlando Disadvantaged Neighborhoods

As temperatures soar Central Florida, local activists are giving away free heat stress first aid kits to residents of Orlando disadvantaged communities.