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Lake Helen considers new development proposal for land once eyed for DeLand auto mall

DELAND, Fla. – A piece of property along Interstate 4 and Orange Camp Road that was once proposed as the site of a major auto mall could have a very different future. Property owners are now proposing a mixed-use development that would include fast food restaurants, a sit-down restaurant, a 120-room hotel, and an apartment complex with 348 total dwelling units.

Deland, FL · 2d

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WWII Army tug Tiger returns to Central Florida birthplace

The World War II-era U.S. Army tug Tiger ST-479 has returned to Lake Beresford in DeLand, Fla., as local preservationists work to bring the 82-year-old vessel ashore for permanent display. Volunteers moved the tug to Lake Beresford on Oct. 31, placing it less than 600' from where it was built...

Deland, FL · 1d

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Winter Park Eyes Four New Red Light Cameras

Winter Park is weighing whether to add red light cameras at four intersections: Aloma Avenue at Lakemont Avenue, Aloma Avenue at St. Andrews Boulevard, Aloma Avenue at Phelps Avenue, and Fairbanks Avenue at Orlando Avenue. The proposal remains unresolved. The expansion proposal was reported by WKMG / ClickOrlando. The city...

Winter Park, FL · 2d

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Live Updates: FAA issues nationwide ground stop | Florida impacts

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide ground stop because of a potential communications problem between air traffic control towers, causing flight delays to mount across the country. Live coverage contributors. 15 minutes ago. FOX 35 Orlando. FAA communications outage blamed on outdated systems failing to integrate with new tech.

Orlando, FL · 22h

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ASU blasts off across the country, faces UCF with bowl eligibility on the line

TEMPE, Ariz. — On April 1, NASA launched the Artemis II mission from Launch Pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The Orion spacecraft, carrying four astronauts, reached speeds of up to 17,500 mph as it left Earth’s orbit, then accelerated to about 25,000 mph on its way to the Moon.

Orlando, FL · 1d

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Casen MacDonald pushes Mainland to region semis with game-winning FG vs. Winter Park

WINTER PARK — There were two seconds left in regulation, and No. 3 Mainland and No. 6 Winter Park were tied at 28 with a spot in the Region 1-6A semifinals on the line on Nov. 13. The Buccaneers had just completed a 30-yard double pass. Sophomore quarterback Cailan James threw a backward pass to wide receiver and backup quarterback Keith Simmons; Simmons found Chris Butler at the Wildcats’ 31-yard line. A little additional help left Mainland at Winter Park’s 25-yard line. Watch FHSAA football on NFHS Network It was withing placekicker Casen MacDonald's preferred range of the 30-yard line and in, so out he trotted to attempt a 42-yard game-winning field goal. The game clock read 0:00 as MacDonald’s kick flew through the air at Showalter Field . Both sidelines watched as the ball sailed comfortably between the uprights for the senior’s first career game winner. Final score: Mainland 31, Winter Park 28. “Just to see the ball go in, honestly, I would have to say is the best feeling I’ve ever had in my life,” MacDonald said. “Like, to send my team to the next round of the playoffs, I really worked so hard for this, and my

Daytona Beach, FL · 14h

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Popular Florida Italian Restaurant Prato to Open in Green Hills

Prato, a popular Italian restaurant from Winter Park, Florida, is expanding to Nashville with plans to open in Green Hills in spring 2027. More Eat & Drink News. The restaurant, known for its modern take on Italian cuisine, has built a loyal following over the past 15 years. The Nashville location is part of a national expansion by parent company Park Lights Hospitality.

Nashville, TN · 7h

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Florida Classic 2026 Orlando: FAMU Events & HBCU Traditions

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Classic returns to Orlando on Saturday, November 21, bringing Florida A&M University and Bethune-Cookman University together for one of the nation’s most celebrated Historically Black College and University (HBCU) football rivalries. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. at Camping World Stadium. Beyond football,...

Orlando, FL · 1d

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Holiday Shoppers Say This Giant Florida Christmas Warehouse Is Worth The Drive

An entire building packed with nothing but Christmas sits on a busy Florida highway, and it stays open year-round. Ornaments, trees, wreaths, and lights fill the place in every month of the calendar. The ribbon and ornaments are arranged by color. That detail alone makes my organized side very happy....

Orlando, FL · 2d

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Apopka’s next City Administrator: A promise, a placeholder, and unanswered questions

Mayor Nick Nesta says a permanent city administrator is already lined up, even as Brian Mater begins serving in the interim role. Records released to The Apopka Voice show Mater brings an insurance and construction background, a departure from former interim administrator Radley Williams’ extensive municipal experience. Nesta praised Mater’s early work, but the permanent candidate’s identity and Mater’s future role remain unclear.

Apopka, FL · 1d

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Free GROWvember Fall Fest and Plant Sale Returns to Winter Park Nov. 14–15

WINTER PARK, Fla. — Nov. 13, 2026. Mead Botanical Garden will host its annual GROWvember Fall Fest and Plant Sale on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 14–15, offering a free weekend activity for Central Florida families and gardening enthusiasts. According to the garden, the event runs…

Winter Park, FL · 1d

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Historic Merrywood Estate Saved From Demolition After Winter Park Commission Vote

After months of uncertainty and the threat of demolition, most of Winter Park’s historic Merrywood estate will be saved. The Winter Park City Commission voted 4-1 on Wednesday, November 11, to approve a compromise allowing the nearly four-acre lakefront property at 1020 Palmer Avenue to be split into two lots while preserving most of the James Gamble Rogers II-designed home.

Winter Park, FL · 1d

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Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix, now open at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

SANFORD, Fla. (Nov. 13, 2026) — The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is glowing this holiday season as one of Central Florida’s most beloved traditions returns. The Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix, is now open, dazzling guests with dozens of all-new, hand-constructed lantern displays.

Sanford, FL · 1d

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Six renovated apartments in Orlando to provide housing for homeless veterans

ORLANDO, Fla. — Six veterans experiencing homelessness will soon have a place to call home after Pathlight HOME unveiled newly renovated apartments at Maxwell Terrace in Orlando on Thursday. The organization celebrated the completion of the units with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, one day after Veterans Day. The project transformed...

Orlando, FL · 1d

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DJ Nani Sol unites Orlando’s queer community through music

The Good Page features positive LGBTQ+ news in Central Florida and Tampa Bay, uplifting and inspiring stories highlighting locals in our community. Here, we meet Orlando DJ Nani Sol. For Nani, a great night out is about more than the music. It’s about watching strangers become friends, bringing different communities...

Orlando, FL · 1d

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It’s official: Winter Springs Mayor Kevin McCann certified winner

Winter Springs Mayor Kevin McCann has officially been reelected in a hotly-contested election race decided by 111 votes. The Seminole County Supervisor of Elections finalized the votes Friday, after waiting for overseas ballots, postmarked by Election Day, to arrive. Ultimately, the final vote count didn’t change after the final day’s...

Winter Springs, FL · 22h

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Winn-Dixie and Second Harvest bring Thanksgiving meals to Apopka families

A community partnership brought turkeys and Thanksgiving sides to Patmos Chapel in Apopka on November 12. Winn-Dixie and its charitable foundation joined Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and the church to distribute food to 500 families facing hunger. The event supported Second Harvest’s broader hunger relief efforts across seven Central Florida counties.

Apopka, FL · 1d

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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.

Orlando, FL · 1d

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Apopka girls basketball looks to take a step forward

A new season brings a different energy to Apopka girls basketball. After a 7-17 campaign, coach Brittany Hardy believes the Lady Darters have a group that is more motivated, more coachable and eager to put in the work needed to turn things around. That change has been noticeable throughout the...

Apopka, FL · 1d

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