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Top Stories: ➊ – Reversal of fortune: How a restored Kissimmee River helps save wildlife and battle floods (Sunday)

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Storm chances are increased from Thursday through early next week

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 6/26 2:48A Garfield Hylton

Daily rain and storm chances are expected to increase through early next week. Storm chances are expected to range from a 60 percent to 70 percent increase, according to NWS...

Florida students show across-the-board growth on state math, reading tests

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 6/26 2:25A Steven Walker

Florida public school students showed significant growth on mathematics and reading exams this year, improving their passing rates on the high-stakes tests compared to last...

Morning Report: Central Florida’s top stories for Thursday, June 26, 2025

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 6/26 12:49A Compiled by Orlando Sentinel Sta

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Kennedy Space Center goes retro for Y2K after-hours event

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 6/26 12:06A Dewayne Bevil

Kennedy Under the Stars , an after-hours event at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex , will carry a theme from a quarter-century ago. It s set up for Y2K nostalgia. The...

Driver’s ed now mandated for Florida teens, but not lessons behind a wheel

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 6/26 12:00A Zoey Thomas

Florida teenagers will need to take a driver s education class to earn their learner s permit starting next month, thanks to a new state law that eliminates a shorter online...

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SHUCKED Review: A Fun Musical for Families? A Hilarious, Heartfelt Night at the Theater

My Central Florida Family 6/25 6:30A Brandi Zrallack

SHUCKED Review: A Fun Musical for Families? A Hilarious, Heartfelt Night at the Theater SHUCKED Review: A Fun Musical for Families? A Hilarious, Heartfelt Night at the Theater...

Orange County Library Has a New App for You

My Central Florida Family 6/25 5:55A Brandi Zrallack

Orange County Library Has a New App for You Orange County Library Has a New App for You Orange County Library System is connecting library users to a new [ ] The post Orange...

The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County Breaks The Perception of Early Education Centers

My Central Florida Family 6/25 5:45A Brandi Zrallack

The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County Breaks The Perception of Early Education Centers The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County Breaks The Perception of Early...

Win Busch Gardens & Andretti Tickets in Our Thrill Seekers Giveaway – Join the Florida Kids and...

My Central Florida Family 6/23 8:55A Brandi Zrallack

Win Busch Gardens Andretti Tickets in Our Thrill Seekers Giveaway – Join the Florida Kids and Family Expo Fun! Win Busch Gardens Andretti Tickets in Our Thrill Seekers [ ] The...

New Subscriptions for AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando’s 25/26 Season Now Available

My Central Florida Family 6/18 9:46A Brandi Zrallack

New Subscriptions for AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando’s 25/26 Season Now Available New Subscriptions for AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando’s 25/26 Season Now Available...

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Orlando City defender Alex Freeman named to MLS All-Star team

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 6/25 12:45P Kyle Foley

After a sensational breakthrough this season, Orlando City defender Alex Freeman has been named to the roster for the 2025 MLS All-Star team. Freeman has made 17 appearances...

Pictures: Alex Martins’s time with Orlando Magic

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 6/25 12:01A Wesley Alden

2008: Magic COO Alex Martins waves as the Orlando Magic have a thank you rally for their fans in front of the Orlando City Hall on May 16, 2008. They gave out milk, juice, water and doughnuts to...

Bianchi: Magic victories didn’t define him because Orlando still won with Alex Martins as CEO

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 6/25 12:00A Mike Bianchi

In a results-obsessed sports world where legacy is often defined by banners, rings and winning percentages, Alex Martins departs as CEO of the Orlando Magic with something far more layered — and,...

Magic’s Alex Martins stepping down after 14 seasons as CEO

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 6/25 12:00A Jason Beede

Magic chief executive officer Alex Martins is stepping down and taking on a new role as the vice chair of the organization, the Orlando Sentinel learned Wednesday. Orlando will not employ a new CEO,...

NBA mock draft roundup: Magic have variety of options at No. 25

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 6/23 8:15A Jason Beede

With the 2024-25 season complete and the Thunder capturing their first championship Sunday night, NBA draft week has arrived. Similar to last year, the draft will follow a...

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Furnish Like a Pro: Smart Tips for Your New Home

Orlando Ave 6/19 1:30A tisner

Purchasing a new home is an exciting achievement, and furnishing it is your chance to turn a blank canvas into a comfortable, personal space. But before you rush to fill every corner with new pieces,...