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Newly-opened D Ranch Preserve protects nearly 500 acres of wild Florida

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 5/21 5:00A Patrick Connolly

Bald eagles, gopher tortoises, wading birds and native amphibians at risk of having their homes taken away have Conservation Florida to thank for a new piece of protected habitat in Central Florida. D...

4 restaurants shut down in Central Florida last week

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 5/21 4:45A Garfield Hylton

Four Central Florida restaurants shut down the week of May 11-17, according to data from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Orange Dimsum King &...

Wednesday is hot and dry with heat index values at 102 degrees

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 5/21 2:41A Garfield Hylton

Wednesday is hot and dry with peak heat index values at 98-102 degrees. Temperature highs are in the mid-90s across the region, according to NWS Melbourne. There is a moderate...

Brightline quickly cuts some prices of new frequent-rider passes

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 5/21 2:30A David Lyons

Less than two weeks after Brightline unveiled a new pass program for riders, the Miami-based rail line has cut the prices of some categories after the company received “guest feedback.” Brightline...

Morning Report: Central Florida’s top stories for Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 5/21 1:21A Compiled by Orlando Sentinel Sta

Here are Central Florida s top stories for Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Get today s weather forecast here . SUBSCRIBE NOW: Get our free Morning Report email. Sign up here . Orange...

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Win Tickets to the Advance Screening of How to Train Your Dragon – June 9 in Orlando!

My Central Florida Family 5/20 8:40A Brandi Zrallack

Win Tickets to the Advance Screening of How to Train Your Dragon – Coming June 13! Win Tickets to the Advance Screening of How to Train Your Dragon – This [ ] The post Win...

Orlando Science Center and 4Roots Launch Sustainable Farming Summer Camp for Grades 3–5

My Central Florida Family 5/20 7:45A Brandi Zrallack

Orlando Science Center and 4Roots Launch Sustainable Farming Summer Camp for Grades 3–5 Orlando Science Center and 4Roots Launch Sustainable Farming Summer Camp for Grades 3–5...

Free Admission for Veterans at Orlando Science Center + 50% Off for Family Members

My Central Florida Family 5/20 7:21A Brandi Zrallack

Free Admission for Veterans at Orlando Science Center + 50% Off for Family Members Free Admission for Veterans at Orlando Science Center + 50% Off for Family Members In [ ]...

BIG3 CHAMPIONSHIP HEADS TO ORLANDO FOR“SUMMER IN THE CITY” FINALE

My Central Florida Family 5/20 7:06A Brandi Zrallack

BIG3 CHAMPIONSHIP HEADS TO ORLANDO FOR “SUMMER IN THE CITY” FINALE BIG3 CHAMPIONSHIP HEADS TO ORLANDO FOR “SUMMER IN THE CITY” FINALE The road to the title ends in [ ] The...

Dive Into Learning and Fun: SeaWorld Orlando Summer Camps + Aqua Glow Adventures Await!

My Central Florida Family 5/20 6:52A Brandi Zrallack

Dive Into Learning and Fun: SeaWorld Orlando Summer Camps + Aqua Glow Adventures Await! Dive Into Learning and Fun: SeaWorld Orlando Summer Camps + Aqua Glow Adventures Await!...

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First Look: Mister O1 Pizza in Oviedo

Tasty Chomps 5/17 4:15A Ricky Ly

Mister O1 Pizza, founded by Southern Italian Chef Renato Viola, has evolved from a hidden Miami Beach spot to over 20 locations across Florida, Texas, and Georgia, including now in Oviedo right here...

19 Must Try “Hole-in-the-Wall” Spots in Orlando

Tasty Chomps 5/8 7:56A Irene M

Orlando’s food scene is full of surprises, and some of the tastiest dishes come from places you might drive right by. These hole-in-the-wall restaurants are where locals go for real, delicious food...

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NBA parity gives hope to Paolo Banchero about Magic future, title odds

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 5/21 2:45A Jason Beede

It s been three weeks since the Magic were eliminated from the first round of the NBA playoffs by the Celtics, and Paolo Banchero has taken that time to reflect on the season while thinking about what...

Magic forward Tristan da Silva garners NBA All-Rookie 2nd-place vote

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 5/20 9:39A Jason Beede

Magic rookie Tristan da Silva had to learn quickly about his new life in the NBA . By the sixth game of the regular season, the No. 18 pick was starting for Jamahl Mosley s...

Orlando City aims to keep offensive outburst going in U.S. Open Cup vs. Nashville

Orlando City Soccer : Orlando Sentinel 5/20 6:14A Kyle Foley

After defeating Inter Miami 3-0 over the weekend, Orlando City is set for another quick turnaround heading into the U.S. Open Cup Round of 16. Orlando welcomes fellow MLS side...

Tristan da Silva stepped up for Magic throughout up-and-down rookie year

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 5/17 9:00A Jason Beede

Tristan da Silva s rookie year was filled with firsts. He made his NBA debut opening night at Miami, scored his first points a week later at Cleveland and made his first start...

Pride lose at home to NWSL-leading Kansas City

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 5/16 7:10P Kyle Foley

By Kyle Foley Orlando Sentinel Correspondent The Orlando Pride suffered their third loss of the season with a 1-0 home setback to the Kansas City Current on Friday night. Both...