Construction worker killed in Volusia road work accident, deputies say
An Orlando man was killed in a construction accident at the site of a roundabout being built at Pioneer Trail and State Road 415 in Volusia County on March 17, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said. He was identified as Lea Marshall Brunson, 61, according to a sheriff's office Facebook announcement on March 18. Orlando...
Suspected thief returns to Walmart for second time in day to steal food
An Orlando woman will appear in court for concealing $13 worth of food on her person during a return trip to Walmart. Surveillance cameras recorded 21-year-old Tyla Madisen Williams walking toward the self-checkout area with a friend in Walmart, located at 2501 Citrus Blvd., around 12:25 p.m., March 5, according to a...
Windermere Town Council declines boathouse offer, counteroffer
The Windermere Town Council voted down two offers to resolve the town’s ongoing litigation against the five titled owners of the centuries-old Third Avenue boathouses at its meeting Tuesday, March 10. The vote came after Windermere Town Council and the residents participated in virtual mediation Wednesday, Feb. 25,...
This Tudor-style century home with a basement is now for sale in Orlando
The century home comes with a gas fireplace, picture windows, custom cabinetry, wood floors throughout, an attic and a rare Florida basement. The post This Tudor-style century home with a basement is now for sale in Orlando appeared first on Orlando Weekly .
Federal judge dismisses lawsuit accusing Full Sail University of student fraud
ORLANDO, Fla. - A lawsuit accusing Full Sail University of defrauding its students has been dismissed by a federal judge. FOX 35 reported on that lawsuit about six months ago. The suit accused Full Sail and Los Angeles Film School (LAFS) of lying about how many students wound up with jobs in their chosen career...
The No-Frills Seafood Joint In Florida That Packs A Flavorful Punch
Sometimes the best meals come from places that look like they’ve never heard of Instagram. Boston’s Fish House in Winter Park, Florida proves that you don’t need mood lighting or a waterfront view to serve seafood that’ll make you forget every fancy restaurant you’ve ever visited.
Orlando, Florida Layoff Alert Today: Milestone Reporting to Cut 80 Jobs This May
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Orlando, FL – A mass layoff impacting dozens of workers is set to hit Central Florida as a reporting services company prepares to reduce its workforce in the coming weeks. According to a WARN notice filed...
Orlando approves 380-acre development district in Lake Nona
ORLANDO, Fla. – As growth continues to surge in Lake Nona, Orlando city commissioners have unanimously approved a measure aimed at laying the groundwork for future development in the area. During Monday’s meeting, commissioners signed off on an ordinance establishing the Dowden Central Community Development District,...
Orange County Program Helps Residents Protect Springs and Save on Septic Repairs
When Tina Haynes realized her aging septic system was failing, she faced a frustrating and expensive cycle of temporary fixes. “I was having to pump my tank every six to eight weeks, and each time it cost about $375,” she affirmed. “I knew that wasn’t a long-term solution.”
HBO’s Gilded Age Star Sarah Joy Miller Leads Opera Orlando’s The Merry Widow
If you don’t want to pull a Chalamet and get caught talking about opera without actually experiencing it, Opera Orlando is giving you a fun way to get up to speed with a slate of preview events for The Merry Widow led by soprano Sarah Joy Miller. “I’m so...
