Orlando woman arrested after driving 113 mph to pick up dog, deputies say
ORLANDO, Fla. – An Orlando woman, in hopes of picking up her dog, was arrested just before midnight after allegedly driving 113 mph down S.R. 417, an arrest report stated. Around 11:37 p.m. Saturday, a deputy with the Orlando Police Department pulled over 32-year-old Yasiria Natal after her car was clocked going 113...
Market on South Hit by Vehicle, Remains Open Today Despite Damage
Market on South, the beloved vegan eatery in the Milk District, was struck by an alleged drunk driver early Sunday morning. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. Despite visible damage to the building, the owners shared on social media that, as a small business, they simply can’t afford to close on a...
Horizon West Wawa Reaches Major Permit Milestone
Wawa has taken a key step forward in its Horizon West plans, receiving approval for site clearing at its future location along Avalon Road and New Independence Parkway. Orange County issued the permit allowing land preparation to begin on the parcel. 💬 Every article we publish takes time, resources, and...
Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute Expands Coast-to-Coast in Florida
Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute expanded coast-to-coast in Florida. The Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute welcomed a group of esteemed orthopedic and sports medicine physicians to its team, further expanding its nationally recognized orthopedic care across Florida’s east and west coasts, advancing...
Cooling stations open in Orange, Volusia counties as heat advisory remains in place
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orange County opened cooling stations across the area to help protect residents from extreme heat. A heat advisory was issued Saturday and remains in place from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. across Central Florida. Most locations will see feel-like temperatures between 105° and 110°, with some local areas as hot...
REVIEW: This Margarita Tree Is $43 in Disney World and Let Me Tell You,...
We are in the middle of summer here in Disney World, and that means that a lot of fun summer happenings are happening all over the resort. Cool Kid Summer has kicked off in the parks, bringing some new character meet and greets, activities, entertainment, and more. In Disney Springs, one of Disney World’s celebrity...
Man arrested after driving 155 MPH on I-4: FHP
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. - A 20-year-old man is in custody after troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol said he was going 155 miles per hour in a 60 MPH zone. Officials said the driver, Octavius Hunt, was caught in the early morning hours on Sunday in a Dodge Challenger on I-4 near Altamonte Springs.
Summer Heat Safety: Know the warning signs of heat-related illnesses
As Central Florida braces for rising summer temperatures, it is important to recognize the early symptoms of heat‑related illnesses and when to act. Knowing the warning signs will help you and your loved ones stay safe and healthy this summer. The most vulnerable to heat-related illnesses include older adults,...
Man hospitalized after drowning incident in Orange County pool: Officials
ORLANDO, Fla. - A man was hospitalized Sunday after he was pulled from a pool during a reported drowning incident, according to Orange County Fire Rescue. Emergency crews responded after a caller reported a possible drowning. When first responders arrived, bystanders had removed the man from the water and CPR was...
City of Orlando Offers to Plant Free Trees for Homeowners
The City of Orlando offers to plant free trees for homeowners who apply through the Street Tree program. To get a free tree, Orlando residents must fill out an application by August 31st. There are only a few steps to request a free tree for outside homes along the street. The home must be within city limits to...