Rainy, chilly start across Central Florida. Here’s when the next cold blast arrives
ORLANDO, Fla. – After record setting snowfall (4-8 inches) across the Florida Panhandle and a decent soaking (1-2 inches) in Central Florida on Tuesday, conditions across the Sunshine Start will begin to improve through Wednesday afternoon. A few more rounds of cold rain...
27-Year-Old Honduran National Sentenced In $14 Million Payroll Scheme In Florida
Senior U.S. District Judge Brian J. Davis sentenced Jose Molina-Herrera, 27, of Honduras, to 27 months in federal prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to defraud the United States for the purpose of impeding the lawful functions of the Internal Revenue...
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Celebrates 3 Months Without Any Issues – Says “I Won’t Downgrade...
John is a Cybertruck owner from Orlando, Florida, and he is celebrating the fact that he hasn’t had any issues with his Cybertruck in the three months since he bought it. Despite this rather short ownership experience, it’s important to note that John has put the truck to use,...
OCPS traditional high schools continue to outperform state graduation rate
The Florida Department of Education released the 2023-24 graduation rates for the state, school districts and high schools. The Orange County Public Schools district's average graduation rate among its 22 traditional high schools is 96%, which continues to outpace the state’s...
Michelin-star restaurant imposes 20% service charge but leaves little for employees, sparking debate
Diners are no strangers to service charges, and when employees do not see or get the benefit, it leaves many questioning where the money actually goes. In a post shared by u/stonedyenta on Reddit, which has gone viral, a Florida restaurant has sparked outrage after announcing a...
Edgewater Crew ‘sets course’ for benefit event next month
Set your sights on a good cause! Edgewater Crew, a local non-profit athletic organization, is hosting its yearly fundraiser next month to ‘row’ in the funds needed to continue its extracurricular youth program. The fundraising event, called Boathouse Benefit, is an annual...
Oviedo Alert: West Mitchell Hammock Road Lane Closure for Overnight Maintenance on January 22
Oviedo drivers note that West Mitchell Hammock Road will be shedding its usual traffic streams for the bustle of maintenance crews. Starting tomorrow, those of you who cruise the evening roads will need to watch for a lane closure that'll be in effect from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.,...
Winter Park Geometry Teacher Receives OCPS Honor
Cherese Fussner works hard to create a fun classroom environment. She engages her students at Winter Park 9th Grade Center with music and a playful approach that has improved aptitude and raised grades. Her efforts added up to a career milestone when she was announced on...
Developer to pay $1.6 million to offset impact on overcrowded schools
Leesburg commissioners have approved a proportionate share mitigation agreement which requires the developer of the 391 single family homes in the proposed Lakewood Reserve development to pay $1.6 million to the Lake County School Board. Lake County schools, including Leesburg...
Orlando Braces for Chilly Rain and Gale Winds, NWS Issues Advisory for Volusia and...
The cold weather isn't showing signs of letting up in Orlando, and residents can expect a cold, rainy day ahead. The National Weather Service in Melbourne has issued a statement advising of "cold rain overspreading the area today and tonight, decreasing Wednesday." Alongside...
