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Central Florida pranked in Underground Adventure

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Kyle Cassandra
@ April 1, 2010 5:27 PM
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Radio station Power 95.3 in Orlando pulled off a pretty big prank on this April Fool's day.
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A major announcement for the Orange County Republican Party today: They're going rogue at their Lincoln Day Dinner fundraiser.

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OPD plans for New Year's Eve crowds

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Marva Hinton
@ December 31, 2009 6:22 AM
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Orlando police will be out in force on New Year's Eve looking for out of control revelers.

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A group urging tea party protesters to take the next step comes to Orlando Wednesday.

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Is $10M for Citrus Bowl enough?

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Drew Petrimoulx
@ November 3, 2009 5:00 AM
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We told you Orlando approved $10 million for the Citrus Bowl as the city tries to lure the World Cup and other events.
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As part of their tax-exempt status, the Holy Land Experience has to be free at least one day a year. Today was that day.

... continue reading Holy Land's free day draws massive crowds.

SLIDESHOW: 9-11 remembrance in Altamonte Springs

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Joe Ruble
@ September 11, 2009 6:19 PM
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A handful of people gathered at Crane's Roost Park in Uptown Altamonte Friday afternoon to hear comments from State Senator Lee Constantine and to pray for the victims of the attacks on September 11, 2001.
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Local firefighters remember the fallen

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Marva Hinton
@ September 11, 2009 2:02 PM
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Events are being held all over Central Florida today to remember 9-11. Hundreds attended the Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association's Patriot's Day Breakfast to honor first responders.
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Central Florida remembers 9-11 attacks

By
Bob Hazen
@ September 11, 2009 6:13 AM
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Several events are planned around Central Florida to remember the September 11th attacks and honor the nearly 3,000 victims.

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It's not a health care town hall

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Marsha Taylor
@ August 12, 2009 12:48 PM
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But you will be able to see two central florida members of congress at the same fundraiser next week. Congressman Alan Grayson and Congresswoman Suzanne Kosmas will hold seperate events featuring Vice President Joe Biden. The one thousand dollar a plate luncheon for Grayson next Wednesday is hosted by a who's who of area democrats, including Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, malpractice lawyer John Morgan, and hotelier Harris Rosen.
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Orlando school looks to hire hundreds

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Marva Hinton
@ August 6, 2009 10:52 AM
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An Orlando school is on a hiring boom and hopes to attracts lots of jobseekers Thursday night. Kaplan University administrators are looking to fill 400 positions over the next two years.

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 In fear of losing the same benefits of health care coverage, AT&T workers and union activists rallied Tuesday afternoon in downtown Orlando for a better settlement to their contract.

... continue reading Pending contract negotiations AT&T workers tempted to strike.

Health care reform sparks protest

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WDBO Staff
@ July 29, 2009 11:15 AM
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Protesters gathered outside City Hall Tuesday afternoon advocating for better health care reform.

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Pictures and story by Emily Cassulo

... continue reading 67 Days of Smiles finalists sent to 'boot camp'.

In a coordinated effort to spark awareness on Iran's human rights, protesters gathered today at Altamonte Mall calling for a Global Day of Action.

... continue reading Protesters speak out for Human Rights in Iran.

By Lauren Park

The life of a child staying in a pediatric hospital is not always fun, but on July 21, patients at Florida Hospital for Children enjoyed a special treat: a visit from Orange County Sheriff's deputies.

The deputies were participating in a presentation for the international Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program, which encourages youth to abstain from drug use and violent behavior.

Deputies took turns visiting patients' rooms, explaining to them the importance of drug-free living. They also gave each child a small plush lion called "Daren," the D.A.R.E. mascot.

Kris Carter, a patient at the hospital, said he enjoyed learning about D.A.R.E.

"I learned that there, like, is a program to help you make sure that you don't do drugs when you're older and smoke," Kris, 11, said.

Kris said he plans to use what he learned in the future.

"I plan to, like, help save people from... getting hurt from drugs and smoking," Kris said.

Deputy Stephen Dix said educating children at a young age about the dangers of violence and drug use is important.

"I think the impact starts here, because kids are like sponges..." said Stephen Dix. "You kind of give them something to weigh their options."

The sheriff's deputies seemed to enjoy the presentation as much as the children.

"It meant a great deal," Deputy Lina Strube said of her interaction with the patients. "Just to know that we're making an impact on the kids here is awesome."

Deputy Peter Remy said visiting the children was a gift.

"I look at this as a blessing," said Remy. "It's not every day that an officer gets a chance to really spend time and interact with young people. Unfortunately, we deal with the wrong side of the law, but I mean... today, it's a blessing, and I'm enjoying it."

And the reaction he saw from the children?

"Lots of smiles," he said.

DARE presentation photos

150 mannequins go on display in Maitland

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Marva Hinton
@ July 16, 2009 11:00 AM
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It's not every day you see a 150 headless torsos. But if you're driving through Maitland today you may see just that.

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In an effort to help homeless persons diagnosed with a mental illness safe and off the streets, volunteers renovated apartments Saturday at a shelter near South Orange Blossom Trail.

... continue reading Shelter provides safe haven for mentally ill.

A woman at the fireworks show in Altamonte Springs recieved minor burns and 27 people were treated for heat related conditions friday night.

... continue reading Woman suffers minor burns at fireworks show.

By Emily Cassulo and Lauren Park

It's no secret that fireworks can burn a hole in your wallet.

... continue reading Central Florida cities plan fireworks shows despite high costs.

Magic break ground on community gyms

By
Scott Anez, Sports Director
@ June 29, 2009 9:15 AM
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As promised, the Orlando Magic are breaking ground on five community gymnasiums.
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In an effort to spark awareness on HIV, the Orange County Health Department and partners provided free testing at the Central Florida Fairgrounds and at the St.Paul Missionary Baptist Church Saturday morning.

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The Magic "Sold Out!"

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WDBO Staff
@ June 6, 2009 11:12 AM
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About 3,000 tickets for the three NBA finals games sold out Saturday morning in record time.

The sale began at 10 am. By 11 am, they were gone. The tickets were left over following the pre-sale to season ticket holders. At 9 am, the Magic started a lottery to determine the line order. That, in itself, caused controversy, as some fans had spent the night in front of the Amway Arena, only to not even have a chance to buy tickets.

Some tickets may be available through Team Exchange, the Magic's official site to buy tickets from those that have them and are looking to sell.


Would-be writers from all over the country are gathered in Orlando this weekend for the Mega Book Marketing University.

... continue reading Writers looking for a publishing deal head to Orlando.

Museum displays of human bodies have been drawing crowds, but a bill Florida lawmakers are moving forward could make it harder to bring such exhibits into the state.

... continue reading Lawmakers snatching "Body" exhibits from Florida museums.

Fundraisers will be held this weekend to benefit Sheriff El Shami, the Orange City police officer who lost an eye and received shrapnel wounds to his face when a deranged man shot at his cruiser with a high powered rifle.
... continue reading Fundraisers held this weekend to support wounded Orange City officer.

Busch Gardens celebrates 50 years

By
Monica Stein
@ March 31, 2009 7:24 AM
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Busch Gardens in Tampa is celebrating its 50th anniversary.

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By Lauren Paulauskas

People looking for extra money, or just to check out other money options, are heading to the Earn Extra Income Expo at the Amway Arena Sunday.

... continue reading Income expo wants Central Floridians to get more money.

By Lauren Paulauskas

Fleet Peeples Park leash protest slideshow

A new leash rule in Winter Park requires dogs to be on a leash on weekends and holidays, but residents are fighting back.

... continue reading People protest their dogs being on leashes.

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