Community

Central Floridians Celebrate Nathaniel Tuck

On Saturday, Central Floridians gathered for another year of Nathaniel’s Hope’s “Make ’em Smile” event at Lake Eola in Downtown Orlando. The organization, Nathaniel’s Hope, was established in 2002 after…

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Orlando Educator Recognized For Exceptional Leadership

Alex Heidelberg, Senior Director at Orange Technical College – South Campus, received an award from SkillsUSA for his steadfast leadership and dedication. SkillsUSA is a national non-profit student organization representing…

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U.S. Congressman and Orange County Mayor To Host Town Hall

Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost and Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings are pairing up to hold a town hall. The topic of the discussion will be arts, culture, transportation and…

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Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival Draws Thousands

Today, the annual Florida Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival was held in Downtown Orlando. Thousands of people celebrated with great music, an old-school car show and amazing food. Those…

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Orlando Police Department Hires New Recruit

Today, the Orlando Police Department swore-in its newest recruit. On his very first day on the job, Officer Stone Hicks, saved puppies and rescued the Orlando City Soccer’s jersey.  Stone…

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Orlando Districts Host Earth Day Cleanup Event

City District and Parramore Main Streets are joining forces to co-host their first Earth Day Clean-Up alongside sponsor Orlando Credit Union and partners Downtown Development Board, Keep Orlando Beautiful, Orlando…

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Eatonville Strong Contender for Florida’s 1st Black History Museum

Orange County, FL – Eatonville, known as the “Town That Freedom Built,” has secured its position as the second-ranked finalist for the location of the state’s first Museum of Black History.…

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FAMU Orlando Alumni Chapter Celebrate in Ocoee

The Florida A&M University National Alumni Association Greater Orlando Chapter held a Chapter Appreciation celebration at Magnolia Park in Apopka Saturday afternoon. Kickball, and great food were amongst the highlights…

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Pine Hills Community Council holds important meeting

On Tuesday night, the Pine Hills Community Council a 501 c(4) Nonprofit Organization, held a community meeting to discuss various issues of fire, community and pharmaceutical safety. After the meeting…

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Orange County Sheriff’s Office Invites You to a Community BBQ

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is hosting its first Community BBQ since the pandemic this Wednesday (February 28) from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This family-friendly gathering will have great food,…

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