What next for Winter Park’s imperiled Merrywood? No demolition — at least for now
City officials say historic house can't legally be razed because there's no valid permit, but they don't know the new owners' plans for it
Orlando Sentinel 150: Friday Flashback to ‘He-Coon’ Gov. Lawton Chiles
There hasn't been Democrat elected Florida governor since Chiles won his second term in 1994, but that's only part of the reason for Chiles' distinction.
Groveland police chief files lawsuit, alleges retaliation for whistleblower complaints
Groveland Chief of Police Shawn Ramsey files lawsuit against city, alleges retaliation for whistleblower complaints
Orange tourism panel passes on reviving half-billion-dollar convention center plan
Rejected by a citizens' task force, the proposed expansion of the country's second-largest convention facility now has one more shot, at the Board of County Commissioners.
Orlando Sentinel 150: When Orange County elected Linda Chapin its first ‘chairman’
Linda Chapin beat Tom Drage in a rancorous campaign that was, at that point, the most expensive in county history.
Winter Springs residents worry about future of Jetta Point
Seminole County has agreed to surplus its 46-acre Jetta Point property near State Road 417. But Winter Springs residents are concerned a commercial development may worsen flooding in their neighborhoods.
Pet Alliance names Dr. Josh Fisher as new CEO
Pet Alliance welcomes a new leader, Dr. Josh Fisher, who has 20 years of experience in veterinary medicine, animal welfare and executive leadership.
Judge postpones hearing over whether Tate brothers should stay in custody as they fight extradition
By DAVID FISCHER MIAMI (AP) — A federal judge in Miami will hear arguments Thursday over whether social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate should remain in custody as they…
Apopka enacts hiring freeze as new mayor focuses on restructuring city government
The temporary 'pause' went into effect days after the city's high-salaried communications director 'Trooper Steve' started job
Winter Park’s mayor seeks answers on status of city’s historic, imperiled Merrywood mansion
DeCiccio tasks planning director with bringing various parties together before they make final decision on authorizing possible lot split