South Florida Building Collapse + Daytona Manhunt + Hawaiian Eats

Good Morning. My name is Carlos Hernandez and I am back to update you on the latest happening in the Orlando area.

In this issue, you’ll learn about a building collapse in South Florida, a hunt for the man who shot an officer in the head, a new Hawaiian-themed restaurant, and more. Now, let’s get started.

Today’s weather: The high is 86 and the low is 75 with scattered thunderstorms. The chance of rain is 40%.

Here are the top 5 stories happening around Orlando:

1. A building in Miami collapsed Wednesday night. Multiple people are missing and at least one is dead. Many are feared dead. A family reunification center has been set up at 9301 Collins Ave. for anyone seeking unaccounted for or missing relatives. (Patch)

2. A 26-year-old officer in Daytona was shot in the head and is in critical condition. A manhunt is underway. The suspect is believed to be armed and dangerous. A $100,000 reward is being offered for information. (WESH)

3. The 808 is bringing Hawaiian-themed eats to the old Dexter’s building in Orlando. Menu items include Spam Musubi, Haole Wings, and The Big Island Poke Bowl. (Click Orlando)

4. SeaWorld announced a summer virtual hiring event Thursday. Positions are for food and beverage service ambassadors, prep cooks and line cooks. There is a $1,000 signing bonus and wages start at $14.75 an hour. (Click Orlando)

5. MegaCon has added stars from The Office to the event lineup. Leslie David Baker, Kate Flannery, David Koechner and Oscar Nuñez are set to appear at the event. (Spectrum News 13)

Today in Orlando:

• Art After Dark Lake Nona. A perfect evening out for the whole family with free admission. (6 p.m.)
• Downtown Truck Show at Ace Café Orlando. Open to all years, makes and models of trucks. (6 p.m.)
• Tropicana Music Festival at Veranda at Thornton Park. Enjoy a free salsa dance lesson and local food truck. (6 p.m.)
• Inter Miami CF vs. Orlando City SC. (8 p.m.)
• Cultura Friday’s at Shakai Sushi Lounge. (10:30 p.m.)

Orlando Patch Notebook:

• The CDC extended the eviction moratorium for another month and said this will probably be the last time they do.
• Emergency rental assistance for those financially impacted by COVID-19 is still available for city residents. Learn more and apply at http://orlando.gov/assistance.
• Dr. Fauci joined First Lady Jill Biden in Kissimmee to encourage continued COVID-19 vaccinations.
• Central Florida had a deadly condo collapse in 1981 that killed 11 people.

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That's all for today. I will be back tomorrow with the latest happening in Orlando. My inbox is open if you have any tips to send or want to reach out: orlando@patch.com.

-Carlos Hernandez

About me: I have lived in Florida since 1999 and covered the Orlando area for nearly 10 years, mainly with a focus on food through my blog at CarlosEats.com.