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Candy Corn, costumes and hot takes: Central Florida’s spooky Halloween debate

From the great candy corn debate to the unwritten age limits of trick-or-treating, Central Floridians have plenty of thoughts on Halloween. The 407’s Lauren Margolis hits the streets to get locals' unfiltered takes on spooky season's most controversial holiday questions.

Central Florida, FL · 8d

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Safran Restaurant & Lounge Files Permit for Irlo Bronson Highway Spot in Kissimmee

4738 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy. — Approximate Site of Proposed Restaurant. Safran Restaurant & Lounge is the name on a permit application for 4738 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee. The filing identifies a proposed restaurant and lounge, but the available details do not establish what will operate at the site.

Kissimmee, FL · 11d

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Inspector finds health violations in kitchen at prominent Leesburg retirement community

An inspector made two follow-up visits to a retirement community’s kitchen due to numerous health violations. During his first visit on Thursday, Oct. 1, the inspector found two high-priority violations and five basic violations in the main dining kitchen at Lake Port Square, 821 Lake Port Blvd., Leesburg, according to a report on file with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Leesburg, FL · 10d

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Savannah High marching band to perform in Florida

The event will feature 11 southeast high school bands including the Savannah High Marching Blue Jackets.

Savannah, GA · 11d

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Hate symbols painted on trees near Orange County early voting site, officials say

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - Several hate symbols were found painted on trees near an early voting site in Orange County, according to the Supervisor of Elections Office. The swastikas were found outside the Taft Community Center on South Orange Avenue. In a news release, elections supervisor Karen Castor Dentel said...

Orange County, FL · 9d

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Polk County's newest state rep faces challenge from a teacher

With less than one year in the saddle as the Florida House Representative for District 51, Rep. Hilary Holley, R-Polk City, will have to beat Democrat Octavio Hernandez to secure her first full term. Holley was first elected to the House in a special election on March 24, when she defeated Edwin Perez, a Democrat from Haines City. Holley replaced Josie Tomkow, a former Polk City Republican. Tomkow was barred from seeking another term, and resigned as of March 23 to run in a special election for Florida Senate District 14 in western Hillsborough County, The Ledger previously reported. District 51 covers northern Polk County , including Auburndale, Haines City and Davenport, but not Lakeland. Who is state Rep. Hilary Holley? Holley, 37, of Polk City is the executive director for the Florida FFA Foundation, a statewide nonprofit supporting youth enrolled in agriculture education, where she has been leading the group's fundraising, strategic initiatives and outreach since 2021, her bio said. Her previous public service roles include legislative aide to state Sen. Denise Grimsley, agriculture education coordinator for Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam, and West Central Florida regional director for external affairs for Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis. She earned

Polk County, FL · 11d

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Early voting trends to watch in North Central Florida

Early voting for the midterm elections is underway in Florida. Thirty-five counties began early voting Oct. 19 and the remaining 32 began last Saturday. Before heading to the polls to cast a ballot, it’s important to be prepared, said Alena Lawson Bennett, a Newberry voter education ambassador for the League of Women Voters.

Florida · 9d

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Commission Approves New Office Development in Hannibal Square

The board, in response to comments from residents, said a committee will determine ways to honor the neighborhood’s heritage. The City Commission on Wednesday unanimously approved a plan to replace the now-demolished Gardens at DePugh, a 40-bed nursing facility that closed last year, with 10 office buildings. The facility was historically significant for its roots in serving Black families during segregation.

Winter Park, FL · 10d

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Davis Development Pushes 200 More Apartments Onto I-Drive's Paros Vineland Site

Davis Development is moving forward with plans to add 200 more apartments next to its Paros Vineland community on Orlando's International Drive corridor, a project that would push the complex to 600 total units near the Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets. Orange County's Development Review Committee agreed on October 21 to advance the second-phase plan, but only on the condition that the developer return with revised drawings.

Orlando, FL · 9d

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Thornton Park's 25th Annual Taste Festival Returns With Unlimited Bites Nov. 5

Thornton Park is about to throw itself a 25th birthday party, and the whole neighborhood is invited to eat and drink through it. The Taste of Thornton Park returns Thursday, November 5, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., taking over Hyer and Washington streets around the Four Rivers Fountain for an evening of unlimited food and drink tastings, music and neighborhood mingling.

Orlando, FL · 10d

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Candy Corn, costumes and hot takes: Central Florida’s spooky Halloween debate

Central Florida, FL · 8d

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Social Calendar: Orlando Holiday Galas & Events

An elegant evening at Bonnet Creek raises money for type 1 diabetes research, with this year’s gala aiming to beat a $1.1 million fundraising total. Guests come for glamour with a real purpose, and Orlando’s philanthropic set gets a chance to dress up for a cure. Festival of...

Orlando, FL · 9d

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All Sports Dome to Debut in Florida, with a Location Coming to Kissimmee

All Sports Dome Southeast is revving up for a grand debut. The inflatable sports dome brand is preparing to open its first center in the Greater Orlando region. The new All Sports Dome is expected to open in Kissimmee at 3070 Gus Road, according to the Orlando Business Journal. The...

Kissimmee, FL · 8d

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New homeless shelter in Orlando will serve women and their children

ORLANDO, Fla. — City, county and federal leaders broke ground Wednesday on a new center near downtown Orlando to serve homeless women and their children. This comes as the latest data from the Homeless Services Network of Central Florida shows more than 2,700 people experiencing homelessness within Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties.

Orlando, FL · 10d

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Orange County moves three polling locations due to HVAC issues

Three Orange County precincts have new polling locations for the general election. Check voteorangefl.gov for details.

Orange County, FL · 10d

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Seminole County, MetroPlan launch road safety audits on high-injury roads

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Seminole County and MetroPlan Orlando are teaming up to conduct Road Safety Audits across the county in an effort to reduce traffic-related injuries and deaths. This month, transportation workers launched a second round of audits along roads in Sanford, Lake Mary, and Winter Springs. A...

Seminole County, FL · 9d

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Orange County Mayoral candidate, Tiffany Moore Russell, joins ‘OMN’ to discuss candidacy

Chris Messina and Tiffany Moore Russell are facing off after advancing from the primary election in August to see who will succeed outgoing Mayor, Jerry Demings

Orange County, FL · 10d

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Soto and Green make their closing arguments ahead of Tuesday's election

ORLANDO, Fla. – The midterm elections are days away, and the race for Florida’s 9th Congressional District has been one of the most closely watched in the state. All week, News 6 has sat down with both candidates running to represent the newly redrawn district, stretching from Orlando down to Lake Okeechobee. On Wednesday, incumbent Democrat Darren Soto and Republican military veteran Dan Green weighed in on affordability. Thursday, they tackled the national deficit. Friday, each man made his closing argument — and explained why he deserves your vote.

Orlando, FL · 9d

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The Ruthvens President Brandon Clark Named Chair of the Central Florida Development Council

The Ruthvens, Central Florida’s warehouse specialists, is pleased to announce that President Brandon Clark has been named Chair of the Board of Directors of the Central Florida Development Council (CFDC), Polk County’s economic development organization. Clark assumed the role on October 1, 2026. Clark’s appointment reflects The Ruthvens’...

Polk County, FL · 11d

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott Says ‘Freedom Is On The Ballot’ As Midterm Elections Approach

Mayor Scott discussed voting, gun violence, authentic leadership, and the power of community engagement during a fireside chat at the 2026 Black Enterprise XCEL Summit for Men. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott delivered a pointed message about voting, leadership, and political accountability at the 2026 Black Enterprise XCEL Summit for Men....

Baltimore, MD · 10d