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Mar- 2024 -6 March
The City of Orlando Plans to Expand its Community Violence Intervention Initiative
On Monday, the Orlando City Council will consider the expansion of the Community Violence Intervention (CVI) initiative thanks to a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Office of Justice. The grant…
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3 March
Exciting new playground is now open
BY: LINDA Y WALTERS In what will undoubtedly be named the newest and most amazing luxury resort here in Orlando, Evermore opened its doors in January 2024. This fantastic getaway…
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Feb- 2024 -28 February
Senator Mitch McConnell to step down in November
Mitch McConnell R-Ky., who has served in the United States Senate since 1985, announced today he will not seek another term. McConnell said, “This will be my last term as…
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20 February
The West Orange Foundation Presents Annual Scholarship
The West Orange Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce, presents its annual scholarship opportunity for area students, The Danniel J. Petro Foundation Scholarship. The scholarship…
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14 February
Florida National Organization for Women Condemns Dangerous Amendment Proposing Fetal Personhood in Senate Bill 476
Florida – The Florida National Organization for Women (NOW) strongly condemns the proposed amendment to Senate Bill 476, which seeks to establish fetal personhood and potentially ban all abortions in Florida. This amendment not only…
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13 February
Black History: Kingsley Plantation
Florida is rich in African American history. From the moment enslaved people from Africa set foot in America, until today the lives of the ancestors and their descendants have been…
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13 February
Walt Disney World Observe Black History Month
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL – Broadway star and Orlando native Michael James Scott kicked off Walt Disney World Resort’s Black History Month celebration this week as the grand marshal in…
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8 February
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
It’s that time of year again, when we Walk A Mile in Her Shoes down Orange Avenue in downtown Orlando to raise awareness about domestic violence in our community and…
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8 February
Biden-Harris Campaign Appoints Director of Black Media for Enhanced Outreach to Black Voters
With hopes of strengthening its connection with Black voters, the Biden-Harris 2024 campaign has hired Jasmine Harris as the Director of Black Media. Jasmine Harris previously held a similar role…
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2 February
U.S. Olympic Trials Road Closures
Tomorrow, Saturday February 3rd, select roads will be closed in downtown and in the Milk District due to the U.S. Olympic Team Trials. If you live in this area –…
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