Longwood Online Local News

News » indicates external link

Narcoossee Road traffic among worst in Central Florida, with few solutions

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/27 1:00A Natalia Jaramillo

There s a new grocery store near his home in St. Cloud, but Bob Turner never shops there, driving to a store farther away for one reason: To avoid the most traffic-clogged stretch of Narcoossee Road....

How Florida educators’ comments about Charlie Kirk are testing free speech rights

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/27 1:00A Scott Travis

Florida s public universities have made a commitment to free speech, enacting a policy in 2022 that promises not to stifle the dissemination of any ideas, even if other...

Push is on to cut Florida property taxes. Who’s helped and who’s hurt?

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/27 1:00A Anthony Man

Florida lawmakers are navigating a political minefield: whether to radically reshape or even eliminate property taxes that cities and counties use to pay for critical services, including police and...

Tropical Storm Imelda forecast to form, may threaten parts of Florida while Hurricane Humberto...

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/27 12:00A Richard Tribou

Parts of Florida fall within the potential path of what is expected to become Tropical Storm Imelda this weekend, according to the National Hurricane Center. Meanwhile major Hurricane Humberto...

Orlando attractions scaring up even more Halloween options

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/26 1:07A Dewayne Bevil

One of my neighbors has a yard sign that warns of coyotes on the loose. Next door is a house with skeletons propped up in Adirondack chairs in the front yard. Welcome to Florida, kids. These are signs...

Lifestyle » indicates external link

This October at Orange County Library System: Halloween Happenings, Nicholas Sparks Tickets on Sale

My Central Florida Family 9/23 8:17A Brandi Zrallack

This October at Orange County Library System: Halloween Happenings, Nicholas Sparks Tickets on Sale This October at Orange County Library System: Halloween Happenings,...

Countdown to Blast Off: LEGOLAND® Florida Resort Reveals Galacticoaster, an All-New Indoor Family...

My Central Florida Family 9/23 8:09A Brandi Zrallack

Countdown to Blast Off: LEGOLAND® Florida Resort Reveals Galacticoaster, an All-New Indoor Family Coaster Opening in 2026 Countdown to Blast Off: LEGOLAND® Florida Resort...

National Night Out Orlando 2025: Family-Friendly Events and Community Gatherings

My Central Florida Family 9/23 7:06A Brandi Zrallack

National Night Out Orlando 2025: Family-Friendly Events and Community Gatherings National Night Out Orlando 2025: Family-Friendly Events and Community Gatherings National...

Family Fun Day & Resource Fair Coming to Barnett Park

My Central Florida Family 9/22 8:57A Brandi Zrallack

Family Fun Day Resource Fair Coming to Barnett Park Family Fun Day Resource Fair Coming to Barnett Park Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 18, 2025, as [ ] The post...

Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild returns for 6th year at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical...

My Central Florida Family 9/22 8:13A Brandi Zrallack

Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild returns for 6th year at Central Florida Zoo Botanical Gardens Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild returns for 6th year at Central...

Sports » indicates external link

Challenging task in Cincinnati looms for Orlando City

Orlando City Soccer : Orlando Sentinel 9/27 8:48A Kyle Foley

Orlando City was back to winning ways last time out on Sept. 20, prevailing at home over Nashville SC 3-2 thanks to a last-minute goal from Duncan McGuire. The Lions (14-7-9,...

Pride prevail at San Diego

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 9/26 7:41P Eddie Brown

SAN DIEGO — The star power was dimmed a bit on Friday night at Snapdragon Stadium. Both the Orlando Pride and the San Diego Wave were missing key players in a match that had...

Magic’s Tristan da Silva ready for 2nd season after ‘unforgettable’ summer

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 9/24 4:05A Jason Beede

Tristan da Silva saw an open lane from the top of the perimeter and cut to the basket. As a help defender from Great Britain shifted toward him, he swung the ball around and dumped it off to an open...

Pride’s play in Concacaf W Champions Cup brings them to Panama

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 9/15 8:25A Kyle Foley

The Orlando Pride have been struggling in NWSL play, but the Concacaf W Champions Cup presents a great opportunity for the defending champions to get back on track. Orlando...

Real Estate » indicates external link

What You Need to Know About Living in an HOA Community in Orlando, FL

Orlando Ave 9/23 6:38A tisner

If you’ve been house hunting in Orlando , chances are you’ve come across multiple listings that include the words “Homeowners Association” or “HOA.” While HOAs sometimes get a bad rap in the news, the...

From Curb Appeal to Closet Clutter: 7 Must-Fix Things Before Listing

Orlando Ave 9/16 7:26A tisner

When selling your home, it s important to remember that prospective buyers will be looking at it with a fresh perspective. Things you might not even notice could stand out to them. To make sure your...