Convenience Big Store: OCPS leaders want sales tax renewed | Central Florida property values surging

Orlando Morning Report

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

OCPS leaders want sales tax renewed | Central Florida property values surging | Restaurant inspections

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OCPS leaders, remembering leaky roofs and peeling paint, urge voters to renew sales tax

Before Orange County voters approved a half-penny sales tax for school construction more than two decades ago, the county's public schools relied heavily on portable classrooms to handle growing enrollment, and many older buildings suffered from leaky roofs, balky air conditioners, peeling paint and even rodents. One former principal said she used to bake cookies […]

Central Florida property values are surging. Here's where.

Lake County logged the region's highest growth with double-digit land value increases in 11 of its 14 cities.

No Central Florida restaurants shut down last week

No Central Florida restaurants shut down the week of May 26-June 1, according to data from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Ethics complaint alleges Orlando-area Rep. Antone doesn't live in his district

His primary challenger cited a news service investigation probing multiple addresses listed in public records. Antone changed his official address in January, the day after a reporter asked about the discrepancies.

Editorial: Consumers, not presidents, have the best tools to control inflation

Shoppers increasingly are shunning the name brands they used to buy at their local grocery stores in favor of cheaper private-label alternatives, or heading to stores like Aldi and Trader Joe's, where almost all products are labeled with house brands.

Commentary: If a felon can run for president, ex-felons should be allowed to vote

It's time for Florida and other states with restrictive laws to adopt automatic restoration of voting rights for all felons who have completed their sentences to enhance the legitimacy and inclusiveness of our electoral process.

Rolling Stones transcend time while rocking outdoors in Orlando \| Review and Photos

The Rolling Stones proved rock 'n' roll isn't dead and that age is just a number during a 2-plus hour set at Camping World Stadium.

Fun Spot selling $26 tickets for 12 hours this Saturday

Fun Spot is marking its 26th birthday with a $26 sale on single-day tickets to the amusement park on Saturday. The deal is available for only 12 hours, from midnight and the wee hours through noon of June 8. Although tickets must be purchased that day, the tickets are valid any day through June 8, […]

Orlando Sings' 'Considering Matthew Shepard': Moving and magnificent \| Review

Orlando Sings' Solaria Singers performed "Considering Matthew Shepard" this weekend at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

Jason Kidd passes on vindication as he leads Mavs to NBA Finals a year after chaotic finish

The 51-year-old Hall of Famer will try become the eighth person to win a title as a player and coach for the same franchise. Seven more have done both with different franchises.