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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.

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How many companies in cities in Orange County received FDA inspections in 2023?

By Orlando Standard | Mar 28, 2024

There were 42 companies in cities associated with Orange County that received 44 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Mayor Dyer Works-Along with Summer Youth Employment Program

By Orlando Standard | Mar 28, 2024

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, alongside local youth and business owners, is actively involved in the City’s Summer Youth Employment Program. The initiative aims to inspire young professionals and cultivate growth for a thriving local workforce at no cost to businesses.Eric McIntosh, a former participant in the program who now owns Sweetie’s Ice Cream, shared how the Youth Employment Program helped him develop his skills and build his business. He expressed his enthusiasm for giving back to the community by providing on-the-job experience and opportunities for young residents....

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New Roadway Sign Honors Orlando Police Officer Kevin Valencia

By Orlando Standard | Mar 27, 2024

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, along with City Commissioners, State Senator Geraldine Thompson, State Representative Bruce Antone, State Representative Rita Harris, and Orlando Police Chief Eric D. Smith will be participating in the unveiling of a new roadway sign to honor the late Orlando Police Officer Kevin Valencia. The dedication ceremony will also be attended by Officer Valencia's family.The event, scheduled for Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., will take place at 5401 South Kirkman Road. This location holds special significance as The 2023 Florida Legislature...

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Orlando Receives Accolades and Recognition as a Growing City

By Orlando Standard | Mar 27, 2024

Orlando Mayor or spokesperson shared, "Together, we’ve transformed Orlando from a place that was packed with potential into a city that is realizing its potential." The statement reflects the city's progress and development over the years.The same source mentioned, "For most of Orlando’s history we’ve been the place everyone wants to visit. Today, Orlando is also the place where everyone wants to live and do business." This highlights Orlando's evolution from a tourist destination to a thriving residential and business hub.According to the official, "List after list has...

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On Monday, March 25, former Jones High School Paris Gaines collegiate team lost in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

By Orlando Standard | Mar 26, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 8 seed.

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Which former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25?

By Orlando Standard | Mar 24, 2024

These former Orlando Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25.

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On Saturday, March 23 former Jones High School Paris Gaines competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By Orlando Standard | Mar 24, 2024

The Kansas Jayhawks won 81-72.

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On Saturday, March 23, former Lake Highland Prep High School Eleecia Carter collegiate team lost in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

By Orlando Standard | Mar 24, 2024

The game took place in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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More Asian students enrolled in Orange County School District in 2022-23 school year

By Orlando Standard | Mar 23, 2024

Asian students made up 4.7% of the Orange County School District's student body in the 2022-23 school year, an increase over the previous year.

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Orlando Standard area weekly mass times

By Orlando Standard | Mar 23, 2024

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

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Ernest Udeh Jr., former Dr. Phillips High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, March 22 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Orlando Standard | Mar 23, 2024

The TCU Horned Frogs lost 88-72.

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Riley Kugel, former Dr. Phillips High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, March 22 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Orlando Standard | Mar 23, 2024

The game took place in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Denzel Aberdeen, former Dr. Phillips High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, March 22 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Orlando Standard | Mar 23, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 7 seed.

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On Friday, March 22 former Lake Highland Prep High School Nyla Harris competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By Orlando Standard | Mar 23, 2024

The game took place in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Orange County School District in 2022-23 school year?

By Orlando Standard | Mar 22, 2024

In Orange County School District, 43.9% of students identified as Hispanic in the 2022-23 school year.

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Census Bureau: 77.9% of people in Orange County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Orlando Standard | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 1,409,949 citizens living in Orange County in 2021, 77.9% were old enough to vote, equating to 1,098,109 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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On Thursday, March 21 former Jones High School Kenan Blackshear competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By Orlando Standard | Mar 22, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 10 seed.

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How many Black students were enrolled in Orange County School District in 2022-23 school year?

By Orlando Standard | Mar 21, 2024

Black students made up 23.9% of the Orange County School District's student body in the 2022-23 school year, an increase over the previous year.