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Orlando invites community to 'Planet vs Plastics' themed Earth Day event

By Orlando Standard | Apr 25, 2024

The City of Orlando is inviting downtown professionals, residents, and the community to celebrate Earth Month at the Earth Day Work Day event on Friday, April 26, 2024. The event will take place at City Hall Plaza from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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City Council Highlights - April 22, 2024

By Orlando Standard | Apr 22, 2024

City Council Update 4.22.24GENERAL ITEMS OFD Lieutenant Passing It is with a heavy heart that we start our update by recognizing the passing of Orlando Fire Lieutenant Jeffrey Huggins, who was laid to rest this morning. Jeff was kind, compassionate and committed to serving the residents of our community. During this difficult time, we are sending love and support to his family and his colleagues at OFD. Please join us in a moment of silence to recognize Jeff.  D5 Interim City Commissioner Election  We want to remind District 5 residents that the Special Election for the...

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8 companies in cities within Orange County received eight inspections in Q4 2023

By Orlando Standard | Apr 21, 2024

There were eight companies in cities associated with Orange County that received eight FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Which former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By Orlando Standard | Apr 21, 2024

These former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

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Orlando Standard area weekly mass times

By Orlando Standard | Apr 20, 2024

The following parishes in the Orlando Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Did Orange County students succeed or flounder in their 2022-23 school year Geometry FAST tests?

By Orlando Standard | Apr 19, 2024

Orange County FAST results are in, and 47% of school students were proficient in Geometry in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Orange County: How many students passed on their Algebra FAST test in 2022-23 school year?

By Orlando Standard | Apr 18, 2024

Orange County FAST results are in, and 53.3% of school students were proficient in Algebra in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded Math FAST expectations in Orange County in 2022-23 school year?

By Orlando Standard | Apr 17, 2024

Orange County FAST results are in, and 55.1% of school students were proficient in Math in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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ELA FAST Expectations: 50% of students in Orange County meet or exceed in 2022-23 school year?

By Orlando Standard | Apr 16, 2024

Orange County FAST results are in, and 50% of school students were proficient in ELA in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Which former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By Orlando Standard | Apr 14, 2024

These former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

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Orlando Standard area weekly mass times

By Orlando Standard | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the Orlando Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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AdventHealth Orlando ranked among top 50 'Best Hospitals for Cancer'

By Orlando Standard | Apr 12, 2024

AdventHealth Orlando is ranked 41st in the U.S. for cancer treatment.

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Which former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8?

By Orlando Standard | Apr 7, 2024

These former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8.

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Orlando Standard area weekly mass times

By Orlando Standard | Apr 6, 2024

The following parishes in the Orlando Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Mayor Dyer Celebrates 2024 Bike to Work Day

By Orlando Standard | Apr 4, 2024

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer joined residents and community partners to kick off Bike to Work Day in celebration of Florida Bike Month on Friday, March 22, 2024. The event aimed to promote alternative sustainable commuting options and highlight the city's commitment to biking infrastructure.Mayor Dyer led the group ride at 8 a.m., guiding participants through downtown Orlando and concluding at Orlando City Hall. Along the route on Orange Avenue, riders were able to admire the city’s newly installed intersection murals and artistic curb extensions designed to enhance safety...

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Mayor Dyer Calls Special Election for District 5 Interim Commissioner

By Orlando Standard | Apr 4, 2024

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has announced a Special Election for District 5 Interim City Commissioner set to take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. This decision comes after Governor DeSantis issued an Executive Order suspending District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill from office.According to the Orlando City Charter, Mayor Dyer is obligated to call for a Special Election to temporarily fill the vacant District 5 Orlando City Commission seat. The newly elected official will serve until the resolution of Hill's criminal case or the end of the term.District 5 residents...

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Mayor Dyer Celebrates HOLA's 20th Anniversary

By Orlando Standard | Apr 3, 2024

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and City Commissioners will be hosting the City of Orlando’s Hispanic Office for Local Assistance (HOLA) 20th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, April 4, 2024. The event aims to honor the impactful work of HOLA in assisting residents like Itsia Delgado and her family in times of need.Itsia Delgado, a city resident and HOLA client, shared her gratitude by expressing, "HOLA is part of my family now."Since its establishment in 2004, HOLA has been a vital resource center, offering bilingual and culturally competent services to over 200,000...

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City Council Highlights - April 1, 2024

By Orlando Standard | Apr 1, 2024

The City Council of Orlando held a meeting on April 1, 2024, to discuss various updates and initiatives within the city.District 5 Councilmember stated, "As a city, our focus is on ensuring the residents of District 5 are appropriately served and represented." The council is working towards holding a special election on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, to temporarily fill the District 5 City Commission seat. To facilitate this special election, several city processes and procedures need approval from the Orlando City Council. A special City Council Meeting is scheduled for Monday,...

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Which former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1?

By Orlando Standard | Mar 31, 2024

These former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1.

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Orlando Standard area weekly mass times

By Orlando Standard | Mar 30, 2024

The following parishes in the Orlando Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.