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Orange, Central Florida counties see money from state drop
TALLAHASSEE — Despite state coffers flush with cash, Central Florida taxpayers might be justified to feel short-changed in the final state budget signed by Gov. Rick Scott. That's because Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Volusia and Brevard all...
Tags: Oakland (Orange, Florida), Media Industry, Joe Negron, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Orange County (Florida)
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One dry April long ago, the rainmaker sat by Sand Lake
During another April many years ago in Orlando, Dr. Philip Phillips brought the rainmaker to town. It was 1939, and dark war clouds loomed over Europe, but the real sky remained bright over Central Florida. That meant waterless, worrisome weather for...
Tags: Orange County Regional History Center, Tampa, Orange County (Florida), Orlando, Natural Disasters
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Five science whiz kids compete for top prize this weekend
Five Central Florida students who've already won top awards at county and state science fairs will compete this weekend in the Dr. Nelson Ying Science Competition. The five competing for the "Ying Prize" will explain their research to a panel of judges ...Tags: Agriculture, Science and Technology, Orlando Science Center, Brevard County, Science
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Lake County's Business Opportunity Centers to offer seminar on business plans
Are you a small business owner or an entrepreneur who needs help writing a successful business plan? Then Lake County's Business Opportunity Centers may have just what you need. All three centers will host a seminar on composing business plans,...
Tags: Chiropractic, Leesburg, Lake County (Florida), Small Businesses, Seminole County
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Will Florida elections be improved? WFTV tackles issue
Staff writerIn local public-affairs programming this weekend: "Central Florida Spotlight" examines Florida's voter and election reform efforts at 12:30 p.m. Saturday on WFTV-Channel 9. Moderator Greg Warmoth's guests are Bill Cowles, Orange County supervisor of...Tags: Elections, Habitat for Humanity International, Orange County (Florida), Osceola County, Politics
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Disney gives 'Helping Kids Shine' grants to local arts groups
Walt Disney World announced the recipients of its annual "Helping Kids Shine" grants on Wednesday, with several Central Florida arts groups among the recipients. The awards are given for programs that "help build strong futures for children," Disney...
Tags: Entertainment, Arts and Culture, Kissimmee, Music, Amusement and Theme Parks
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Doc busted for allegedly dealing pain meds at Uphoria Medical Clinic
FloriDUHThe name of the Lakeland clinic, Uphoria Medical Clinic, should have been a big clue that something was a bit hinky. Narcotics detectives arrested a Lakeland physician, Aaron Branham Roush, who is a board certified surgeon who refers to himself as a...Tags: Hillsborough County, Punishment, Tampa, Valium (drug), Methamphetamine (drug)
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Classic children's book, 'Cracker Kitchen' highlight tasty heritage
My friend Bonnie served fresh strawberry pie last week, and I am still thinking about it. These ripe, red treats from the fields of Florida can't be beat. As Plant City warms up for its annual Florida Strawberry Festival (Feb. 28-March 10), it's a great...
Tags: Colleges and Universities, Orange County Regional History Center, Awards and Prizes, Education, Amazon.com Inc.
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Oklahoma court sets execution date for man who murdered man in southwest Missouri
ghartley@schurz.com(Jan. 17, 2013) OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- An execution date is set for a man convicted of killing a woman from Bixby in 1999. The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals and the attorney general's office said Wednesday that Steven Thacker, 42, is to be put to...Tags: Credit and Debt, Punishment, Prisons, Justice System, Car Repair and Maintenance Tips
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Dream Defenders protest for repeal of “discrimination” bills
Central Florida Political Pulse - Orlando SentinelThe Dream Defenders are protesting for legislators to repeal bills that allow citizens to “stand their ground” and county jails to house juveniles. Marie Paul, vice president of the Dream Defenders chapter at University of Central Florida,... -
Legoland Florida: New advance-ticket discount when purchased for specific date
Theme Park Rangers - Orlando SentinelLegoland Florida has introduced ticket discounts for guests who buy in advance and for a specific date. “Simply put, families who plan ahead now get additional savings,” said Adrian Jones, general manager of Legoland Florida. The Winter...
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