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Orlando Morning Report

Monday, March 18, 2024

Ravine Gardens | Charter flight with US citizens fleeing Haiti | Woman dies in 'domestic incident'

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State Park Spotlight: Ravine Gardens, a natural time capsule with suspension bridges, azaleas

Ravine Gardens State Park in Palatka presents a stunning display of historic and natural wonders in a rare steephead ravine ecosystem.

First charter flight with US citizens fleeing Haiti lands in Miami

More than 30 U.S. citizens were on the government-chartered flight, officials said in a statement. It arrived in the Miami International Airport after the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince earlier this month urged U.S. citizens to leave "as soon as possible" as chaos grips Haiti.

A woman died after being shot in 'domestic incident' in Orange County, Sheriff's Office says

A woman in her 30s was shot and killed in the area of Lake Bryan Beach Boulevard near Lake Buena Vista early Sunday, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

A table runner speaks: Immigrant's art depicts the 'Constant Goodbye' of change

Gisela Romero's emigration from Venezuela, with a simple household cloth full of memories, sparks a moving exhibition at Maitland Art Center.

Point: A far cry from a fair share \| Commentary

As tax day approaches, it's a good time to reflect on the societal agreement that our nation funds necessary things through our tax dollars and that taxes should be progressive — placing greater obligation on those with the most ability to pay.

Counterpoint: High-income earners pay much more than their 'fair share' \| Commentary

What is your fair share of what someone else has earned? That's the fundamental principle being tested when discussing "the wealthy paying their fair share."

After memorable season, Norvell's 'Noles face challenges as spring camp commences

Coach Mike Norvell and his staff have again used the portal to reload, welcoming in 14 transfers who they hope will bring production and leadership to ease the transition.

UCF basketball to host rival USF in first round of NIT

UCF (17-15, 7-11 Big 12) hosts USF (24-7, 16-2 American) at Addition Financial Arena on Tuesday.

Beede's Breakdown: How Magic adjusted against Raptors to sweep season series

Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner combined for 51 points during Sunday's win against the Raptors as Orlando opened an 8-game homestand.

South Carolina, Iowa, USC and Texas are top seeds in women's NCAA tourney

The Gamecocks, who are the No. 1 overall seed in the women's NCAA Tournament, are looking to become the 10th women's basketball team to go unbeaten for an entire season.