Orlando FL

Featured picture for Seminole County weighs future of Lynx service

Seminole County weighs future of Lynx service

Seminole County officials are exploring alternatives to the Lynx bus system, arguing that residents are paying more for public transportation services while receiving fewer routes and limited benefits.
Featured picture for As data center questions mount, Florida town pushes for answers on water, power, and noise

As data center questions mount, Florida town pushes for answers on water, power, and...

Once a large facility is built, its effects on land, energy systems, and water resources can shape a community for years.
Featured picture for Seminole County Sheriff’s Office name suspect killed in deputy-involved shooting in Sanford

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office name suspect killed in deputy-involved shooting in Sanford

Authorities have identified the man who was shot and killed by a Seminole County deputy during a block party over the weekend as 27-year-old Marcus Barnett of Orange City. According to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office, Barnett was firing into a crowd Friday night on Sipes Avenue as deputies worked to break up a lar
Featured picture for Traffic alert: Vehicle fire shuts down all eastbound lanes of SR-528 at MM-23

Traffic alert: Vehicle fire shuts down all eastbound lanes of SR-528 at MM-23

A vehicle fire has shut down all eastbound lanes of State Road 528 (the Beachline Expressway) on Monday evening. The fire broke out around 5:30 p.m. in the median between Mile Markers 21 and 23, drawing at least two fire crews to extinguish the flames. Eastbound traffic is currently at...
Featured picture for Sloth imports to require a new wildlife permit, says FWC

Sloth imports to require a new wildlife permit, says FWC

After the disastrous events at Sloth World that ended with several imported sloths dead, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission is introducing new rules when it comes to bringing wildlife to the state.
Featured picture for City of Ocoee announces death of former commissioner

City of Ocoee announces death of former commissioner

The city of Ocoee announced the death of former commissioner John Grogran, who died at the age of 64. Originally from Boston, Grogan moved to the city of Ocoee in 1998, and began volunteering for as many city boards as he was allowed to in 2002. What he thought would be simple volunteering work for the city he had move
Featured picture for Brightline Considers Bankruptcy Options as Ridership Grows, Debt Load Looms

Brightline Considers Bankruptcy Options as Ridership Grows, Debt Load Looms

Despite improved ridership numbers for Brightline rail in Florida, economic forecasters believe the ambitious higher-speed rail system could be approaching a financial “end of the line” in the near future, unless it can restructure its finances. Plagued by economic troubles, including the COVID pandemic that paused its
Featured picture for From Sweet Pancakes to Savory Gravy, This Florida Diner Delivers a Memorable Breakfast

From Sweet Pancakes to Savory Gravy, This Florida Diner Delivers a Memorable Breakfast

Some breakfast spots fill you up, and some make you want to come back before you even pay the check. Johnny’s Diner in Orlando does both, mixing old-school comfort, fast-moving service, and prices that still feel refreshingly grounded. From fluffy pancakes to rich sausage gravy, this local favorite turns...
Featured picture for Seminole teacher never forgot impact of her favorite instructor

Seminole teacher never forgot impact of her favorite instructor

LONGWOOD, Fla. — When Vanessa Roth moved from out of state to Florida when she was in high school, she didn’t know anyone, but she says teachers made a difference in her life. One of those teachers inspired her to become a teacher. Roth teaches fifth-graders math and...
Featured picture for Stop Sign Slip-Up Lands Orlando Man Wanted For Volusia Violent Crimes In Polk County Jail

Stop Sign Slip-Up Lands Orlando Man Wanted For Volusia Violent Crimes In Polk County...

Joshua Lopez-Morales POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A brief traffic infraction in Poinciana led to the...

Trending Posts