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Property Tax Relief Creates Funding Challenges to Local Leaders

Florida cities and counties are working through the effects of Amendment 3 after voters approved the constitutional amendment that’s intended to provide property tax relief to qualifying homeowners with 62% support. Municipalities are discussing spending cuts, adding fees, or a combination of the two to make up for the property tax revenue they could lose.

Florida · 8h

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UCF community turns out for Waterford Lakes Trader Joe’s Opening

An early crowd of shoppers gathered Thursday morning to get a first look inside Trader Joe's newest location at Waterford Lakes. Customers began lining up as early as 4 a.m., with the store reaching capacity within 20 minutes of opening. The strong turnout of over 700 people reflected the excitement surrounding the new location, particularly among UCF students and nearby residents who previously had to travel farther to shop at Trader Joe’s Winter Park or Sand Lake Road locations.

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Savannah High School marching band heads to Orlando for Battle of the Bands

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The sound of drums, brass instruments and school spirit is getting louder as Savannah High School’s Marching Blue Jackets prepare to take their talents to Orlando, Florida. The band is one of just four Georgia high school marching bands selected to participate in the 2026...

Savannah, GA · 2d

WFTV Channel 9 Orlando

Pinstripes reopens Orlando location with new games and updated dining

Orlando's Pinstripes will host Music Bingo starting Nov. 19 and a Santa brunch on Nov. 28 following recent renovations.

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Orlando Weekly

Orlando Museum of Art gets jolly with the Festival of Trees

Returning to the Orlando Museum of Art for a 40th anniversary, the Festival of Trees merges local creativity with jolly greenery, with this year’s theme being “Forty Seasons of Joy”. Featuring more than 50 designer Christmas trees, decorated wreaths, gingerbread houses and holiday displays, the museum will be fully decked out in holiday cheer before Orlandoans even turn the calendar page to December. The post Orlando Museum of Art gets jolly with the Festival of Trees appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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WDW News Today

Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Exclusive Earl the Squirrel Button Coming Soon

A new button featuring Earl the Squirrel is coming soon for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders. UOAP Earl the Squirrel Button The button features Earl the Squirrel as a parade balloon holding a holiday light on a teal background. Universal Orlando Annual Passholders pick up their button starting November 14 at two locations: This button isn’t ... Read more

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Orlando Weekly

Brazilian chef Alex Atala, of 2 Michelin-star D.O.M., to curate Morada Orlando luxury development

Brazil’s most renowned chef is poised to make his mark on Orlando. Alex Atala, whose restaurant D.O.M. in São Paulo has earned 2 Michelin stars for 12 years running and also earned the No. 4 spot in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list in 2012, will curate Morada Orlando, a $400 million luxury residential and […] The post Brazilian chef Alex Atala, of 2 Michelin-star D.O.M., to curate Morada Orlando luxury development appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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UCF Knights On SI

UCF Opponent Review: Arizona State's Rushing Attack Lifts Sun Devils Over Colorado

Check in on how the UCF Knights' 2026 opponents fared in their Week 10 matchups.

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Behind the Scenes: Dazzling Nights Unveils 50-foot Snowman & Bigger Holiday Magic

Do you want to build a 50-foot snowman? Creative City Project did. Bungalower was invited behind the scenes for a sneak peek at this year’s Dazzling Nights at Harry P. Leu Gardens, and the highlight was watching an enormous, custom-made snowman light up the Rose Garden for the first time.

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High School On SI

Florida High School Baseball Star Christian Lynch Overcomes Shoulder Surgery, Signs with NC State

Right-handed pitcher with blazing 94 mile-per-hour fastball inks with North Carolina State.

Raleigh, NC · 1d

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Birdie’s Ice Cream plans new location in Winter Springs

A new ice cream shop called Birdie’s Ice Cream is in the works in Winter Springs, Florida, in the greater Orlando area. The proposed establishment is planned for 1325 Winter Springs Blvd., Winter Springs, FL 32708. According to records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, an application for Birdie’s Ice Cream was filed on November 5, 2026. The project is currently listed as in process under the agency’s plan review and initial review category.

Winter Springs, FL · 2d

The Orlando Connect

OUC’s Long-Term Energy Plan Ensures Affordable and Sustainable Electricity

The Orlando Utilities Commission released management recommendations for its Electric Integrated Resource Plan on November 11, and the workshop presentation is posted on OUCFuturePlanning.com. The plan is intended to balance current needs with future challenges, supporting reliability, affordability, clean‑energy goals and resiliency through a more…

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The Orlando Connect

Vans Warped Tour Orlando 2026: Dates, Venue, Entry Times and What to Know

ORLANDO, Fla. — Nov. 13, 2026. Vans Warped Tour returns to Orlando this weekend, bringing two days of live music to Camping World Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 14, and Sunday, Nov. 15. The stadium confirms the festival dates and location at 1 Citrus Bowl Place.…

Orlando, FL · 8h

The Orlando Connect

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Introducing James McDeavitt, UCF’s Next Vice President for Health Affairs and College of Medicine Dean

James McDeavitt has been selected as the next vice president for health affairs and dean of the College of Medicine at the University of Central Florida. He will begin his duties on Jan. 4. McDeavitt brings a 35‑year career in medical education and health care, including…