Community News
Sunday, August 30, 2026 · Winter Park
Oakland Park Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Emergency services are responding to a reported cardiac arrest at 314 NW 57th Street in Oakland Park, with details still emerging.
Overdose Reported at 215 SE 8th Ave in Fort Lauderdale
Emergency responders were dispatched to an overdose at 215 SE 8th Ave in Fort Lauderdale on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 2:52 AM.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Hollywood Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Emergency crews are on scene in Hollywood following a reported cardiac arrest at 2321 N 70th Ave early this morning, with a significant multi-unit response observed.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Oakland Park Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Oakland Park emergency units are currently on scene at a NW 29th Ct residence for a medical emergency, with a significant response indicating potential advanced life support needs and active coordination.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orange County Opens Innovation Center and Senior Hub
Orange County opened an Innovation Center and Multicultural Senior Center on the county's Multicultural Center campus, with the Innovation Center opening to the public this fall.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orange County cuts heat threshold for free bus rides to cooling centers
Orange County lowered its heat index threshold to 103 degrees, triggering free LYNX bus service to cooling centers as summer heat peaks.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orange County Animal Services Warns Against Leaving Pets in Hot Cars
Orange County Animal Services warns residents not to leave pets in parked vehicles, where interior temperatures can reach dangerous levels within minutes.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Maitland Police Earns Highest State Accreditation
The Maitland Police Department earned the Florida Police Chiefs Association's highest accreditation level, recognizing the department's compliance with rigorous professional standards.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Second Harvest Food Bank Expands Job Training Beyond Culinary
Second Harvest Food Bank launches Career Pathways, adding customer service training to its established culinary program. The expansion responds to local employers' workforce needs.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Children's Home Society of Florida receives Truist Foundation grant
Children's Home Society of Florida received a Truist Foundation grant to expand community partnership school programs that support economic mobility.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orange County Urges Special Needs Families to Register Before Hurricane Season
Orange County opens registration for its People with Special Needs Program, which provides specialized evacuation assistance for residents dependent on medical equipment or additional care during hurricanes.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
YMCA Board Leader Discusses Path to Community Service
Julie Kleffel, immediate past board chair of the YMCA of Central Florida, discussed her path to community leadership in a new video series released by the organization.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orange County Converts Wekiwa Springs Homes to Sewer System
Orange County Utilities has been converting septic systems to sewer infrastructure around Wekiwa Springs since 2021 to reduce nutrient pollution and protect the springs' ecosystem.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Second Harvest Culinary Program Lands Krystal a Hotel Job
Orlando resident Krystal completed Second Harvest's culinary training program and secured a hotel job, providing stability for her two children.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orlando Man Charged With Mortgage and COVID Relief Fraud
An Orlando resident faces federal charges related to mortgage and COVID relief fraud, with prosecutors seeking nearly $160,000 in forfeiture.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orange County Tourism Hits Record High in 2025
Orange County saw a record-breaking 77 million visitors in 2025, the highest number ever in a single year.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orange County Program Helps Residents Protect Springs and Save on Septic Repairs
An Orange County program helps residents with failing septic systems, saving them money on repairs and protecting local springs.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Workforce Training Opens Culinary Path for Tiquana in Orlando
Tiquana, an Orlando resident, overcame housing instability and financial hardship to pursue her culinary dreams through a local workforce training program.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Share your Heart with One Heart
One Heart for Women and Children continues to serve Orlando by distributing hundreds of food bags weekly, running a Thrift Shop, and connecting people with services and housing.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Madison Builds Independence at Quest Village
Orlando resident Madison discovered independence and community at Quest Village, a residential community that supports individuals with disabilities.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Altamonte Springs Opens Federal Procurement Hub for International Companies
Altamonte Springs opened a federal procurement center to help international companies navigate Buy America compliance and access billions in annual U.S. government investment.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Orange County to Auction Dill Road Property in Foreclosure Sale
Orange County Sheriff John W. Mina will auction a Dill Road property on June 30, 2026, to satisfy a judgment in favor of Golden Shoppes LLC.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Maitland to Rebuild Sandspur Road Starting Late June
Maitland will close Sandspur Road from Bucher Road to Hope Road for up to five weeks starting in late June for reconstruction and sidewalk repairs. The project will remove problematic trees before rebuilding the roadway.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Gadget Review: Release of New Airy Pods
A new review highlights the recently released Airy Pods, praising their design, sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life for Orlando tech enthusiasts.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
DRMP Celebrates Groundbreaking of the City of Davenport’s New City Hall
DRMP and City of Davenport officials celebrated the groundbreaking of the new City Hall, which will provide a centralized location for city services.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Maitland Extends Independence Lane in June, Adding 600 Feet of Downtown Roadway
Maitland will extend Independence Lane by 600 feet starting in June, mirroring the brick-paved design of the existing downtown corridor.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Maitland Sinkhole Appears Stable; Wymore Road Repairs Could Begin Thursday
A sinkhole that swallowed Wymore Road in Maitland on May 15 appears stable after water tests. Orange County plans to begin repairs Thursday if conditions remain unchanged.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Maitland Sinkhole Stabilizes; Road Work Could Begin Thursday
Engineers say the 25-foot sinkhole on Wymore Road in Maitland has stabilized. Reconstruction could start Thursday.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Heart of Florida United Way Awards $65,000 to 4C's Head Start Programs
Heart of Florida United Way invested $65,000 in 4C's Head Start programs for low-income families in Central Florida.
Sunday, August 30, 2026