Orlando Daily: Everything Going On Today (Tue, Mar 15)

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything happening around Orlando today.

First, today's weather:

A heavy t-storm in the p.m.. High: 79 Low: 67.

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Here are the top stories in Orlando today:

1. New Rollins College sculpture commemorates the 'Great Migration' (Orlando Sentinel)
2. Remembering Orlando Officer Kevin Valencia: 1 year since hero's death (FOX 51 Ocala-Gainesville)
3. Technical college teacher shaping next nursing generation (News 13 Orlando)
4. Kissimmee man killed in 2-car crash in Orange County (WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando)
5. ‘I got a lot of pushback’: Orlando’s first female mayor reflects on time in politics (WFTV Orlando)
6. Monitoring flight cancellations at Orlando International Airport (FOX 35 Orlando)
7. FDOT: Eight Orange County bridges 'functionally obsolete' (News 13 Orlando)
8. FOX 35 Storm Alert Day: What to expect on Tuesday in Orlando, Central Florida (FOX 35 Orlando)
9. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at SeaWorld Orlando Thursday, April 29 - May 8 (positivelyosceola.com)
10. Man born with one arm goes to court after getting turned away from Universal ride (FOX 35 Orlando)
11. What’s up, doc? Rabbits overrun Orlando neighborhood (WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando)
12. April Fools dance party (Bungalower)
13. Belanger Bagels has closed (Bungalower)
14. Health care convention's big return to Orlando signals convention business rebound (WESH 2 Orlando)
15. Spring Break travelers flocking to Central Florida (News 13 Orlando)
16. Poseidon's Fury re-opens at Islands of Adventure after nearly 2-year closure (insideuniversal.net)
17. Filmmaker killed in Ukraine director of UCF football documentary (FOX 35 Orlando)
18. Orlando couple to launch into space alongside Pete Davidson on Blue Origin flight (WESH 2 Orlando)
19. Bob Sagets Autopsy Records Will Never Be Released, Judge Rules (Patch)
20. American journalist killed in Ukraine directed UCF football documentary for ESPN (WESH 2 Orlando)
21. Grilled Cheezus now open in Mills 50 (Bungalower)
22. SEE: Universal Orlando opens new quiet room for guests with autism (WFTV Orlando)
23. Former NASA pilot to deliver water purification systems to Ukraine (WESH 2 Orlando)
24. Second Harvest Food Bank is feeling the impact of rising gas prices (WESH 2 Orlando)
25. Orlando home prices rose again in February, signaling a strong start to spring (Orlando Sentinel)
26. Rollins College fires long-time tenured professor accused of sexual harassing students (WFTV Orlando)
27. Sanford Food Truck Fiesta + Sunrail Spring Break Schedule (Patch)
28. Mayor Demings presents proposed penny sales tax increase (News 13 Orlando)
29. Pilot program takes aim at addressing affordable housing shortage (News 13 Orlando)
30. 2022 Women Who Mean Business: Greater Orlando Aviation Authority CFO Kathleen M. Sharman among honorees (Video) - Orlando Business Journal (The Business Journals)

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Today in Orlando:

From my notebook:

• Nextdoor Neighbor, Colonial & Goldenrod: "Looking for a reliable lawn care company to fertilize as needed. - I have been with a company since last June or July. I have to call after most visits to tell them they didn't do the back yard and I am tired of it." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hiawassee Rd: "I’m looking for a plumber for a clogged toilet - Haiwasse and Clarcona 32818 Any recommendations" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, College Park: "Lost black lab at Dartmouth Park and Westmoreland. - No collar. #collegepark #lostdog #lostdogcollegepark" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Rose Hill: "My husband noticed a couple of men in a white truck going through our and our neighbors recycling bins this morning. - I can only assume people would not like others going through their rubbish. Is there somewhere or someone we can repor..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Harbor Lakes: "I need to cut down 2 palm trees. - I will need estimates. Thanks" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Engelwood Park: "spot.fund/ClothDiaper4SpecialNeedsKids - Please take the time to read and donate if you can, even if you can't let me know and I can give the link to share onn fb or any other accounts you may have. Thank you so much❤" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lake Cherokee: "Found old dachshund with 2 large fatty tumors. - Found in my yard on Summerlin Ave. across from Lake Davis. We have him in our garage. 407-415-1279" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Suntree: "Good Afternoon fellow Orlandians, - I am looking for a good orthodontist in the area. I live by UCF. If you've had a good experience with an Ortho, please pass along their info to me. Much appreciated. Have a great day!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Dover Shores West: "Need new dryer vent installed in cinderblock wall. - Higher up near double stacked dryer vent. Any leads? Cost? Quotes? Thanks neighbors!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Pine Castle: "Hi everyone, I’m looking for someone to repair a porch roof (sheet metal). - Maybe possible would like to extend the porch as well." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Emerald Forest: "LE CARAMEL by CHEFSETEE - We went to Le Caramel for lunch today and we were so impressed. It is a French bakery with fabulous pastries. The food was delicious and fresh. I had the best omelet that I’ve ever had. The croissant sandwiches ..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Sun Vista Woods: "https://youtu.be/wzLXcAV4xpM - Remove impurities from the skin and keep skin free of acne and blemishes" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lake Hart Township: "Missing kitty - Cat went missing early Saturday morning (3/12/22) from Moss Park Commons near Wewahootee. She’s an indoor cat, estimated to be 1 this month or next. We adopted her along with her sister. We miss her terribly. She may have..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Stonebridge Commons: "I need a recommendation for a reliable plumber who speaks English for a toilet that doesn't flush. - Have been through too many unreliable ones, each with a different story. Preferably Southwest area and not a handyman. #Askyourneighbors" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Storey Park: "Hi Everyone! - My name is Jasmine. Im the owner of Stalwart Guidance. We provide housing in the Orlando area. Our main focus is young adults that are transitioning out of foster care. We also service veterans, substance abuse, domestic v..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Beggs Rd: "Biggs landscaping n lawns is doing free estimates this week any of your outdoors needs you may have mulch sod rocks fence repair fence install light tree trimming palm tree trimming bed design plant install please feel free to mesg me o..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, VillageWalk: "***Pavers and Screen Installation*** - Anyone has recommendations for a reliable contractor for PAVERS and for screen installation? Love to get some references. " (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Windhover: "Does anyone know if we can legally own an owl bird here in Florida? - I love owls and it's my dream to have one as a pet." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lake Como: "Anyone know what bug this is? - I was pruning the flower bed and when I turned around they were climbing the wall? About half inch in size. TIA" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Eagle Creek: "We finally got tickets to travel to the Dominican Republic. - It’s our first time, and I haven't traveled out of the States for 13 years . Any advice will be appreciated; we are heading to Punta Cana. It's my daughter first time in plane..." (Nextdoor)

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