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Orlando News Room
2M ago
Have you ever heard the saying, “Laughter is the best medicine”? Well, it turns out, there’s more truth to this statement than you might think. Laughter, along with the act of stepping out of your comfort zone, can have a profoundly positive impact on your brain’s health and overall well-being.
As a curator and a comedian, of the annual ENL (Empowering Night of Laughter) Orlando’s favorite annual all-female comedy show I think a lot about humor and courage. Our annual event invites guests to be witness to empowerment in action as 9 Fearlessly Funny Women remind us that life happens ..read more
Orlando News Room
4M ago
Bringing teams together to find a cure for cancer. Since the game’s inception in 2015, the Cure Bowl has raised over $4.1 million for cancer research.
Join the 9th Annual Cure Bowl in Orlando on December 16th, where college football fans, cancer survivors, and the community come together at FBC Mortgage Stadium for a day of inspiration and entertainment. In advance of the 3:30pm kickoff of the 9th Annual Cure Bowl (broadcast live on ABC), we have an action-packed schedule of events, something for everyone. Cure Bowl Fan Fest (11am to 3pm) is a free community event which includes the heartwarmi ..read more
Orlando News Room
4M ago
Stepping Out of Comfort Zones for a Night of Laughs and Life Lessons
Orlando’s favorite (and I think only) annual all-female comedy show is back for a sixth year. Orlando is set to witness a spectacular evening of humor and empowerment at the Sixth Annual Empowering Night of Laughter. Scheduled for January 19, 2024, at the Quantum Leap Winery, this event is more than just a comedy show; it’s a celebration of fearlessness, empowerment, and the joy of stepping out of one’s comfort zone.
The Power of Humor
This unique event, brought to you by Posh Able Events, features nine “Fearlessly Funny Wome ..read more
Orlando News Room
4M ago
In the heart of Central Florida, a beacon of hope has steadily shone for three decades. The Homeless Services Network (HSN) has been a cornerstone in the fight against homelessness, dedicated to providing not just temporary relief but long-term solutions. Their mission is simple yet profound: to transform the lives of the most vulnerable, from military veterans and youth to individuals with disabilities, and those escaping domestic violence or human trafficking. Their vision is a community where homelessness is not an endless cycle but a brief, solvable predicament.
This year, HSN marked its ..read more
Orlando News Room
6M ago
Press Release
September 26, 2023
CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY ON A 27,000 SQUARE-FOOT MEDICAL OFFICE PROJECT IN OVIEDO
Orlando Health Imaging & Diagnostic Services Center Signed on as Anchor Tenant
(Oviedo, Florida) Verax Oviedo, LLC reports construction underway on its latest development, a state-of-the-art 27,000 square-foot medical office complex, situated strategically at the intersection of Oviedo Mall Boulevard and Broadway Street. The prime location, just to the east of the Oviedo Mall, spans across 3 acres and promises to serve as a prominent healthcare landmark in the region. With ..read more
Orlando News Room
6M ago
Press Release
September 18, 2023
Orlando, Florida – FusionFest, in partnership with the Global Peace Film Festival, reveals details of the 2023 MYgration Film Competition, an incredible opportunity for filmmakers and subjects to come together and share stories of migration, perspectives, and cultural intertwining. The popular annual competition seeks to capture the stories of Central Floridians from around the world in short five-minute documentary films. There are two main ways for individuals to creatively engage, as a Filmmaker (with a passion for storytelling and wish to capture the essenc ..read more
Orlando News Room
8M ago
(Orlando, Florida) In partnership with American Residential Communities (ARC) and New South Residential, LLC – WPC breaks ground on two new affordable housing projects in Central Florida. Bringing the total number of affordable housing projects between WPC and ARC to six, including five senior communities and one family-housing community. Projects Include Madison Landing and Madison Landing II (both located in Orange County) and Madison Heights and Madison Highlands (both located in Hillsborough County). The two new projects Madison Grove and Madison Oaks West are located in Osceola and ..read more
Orlando News Room
11M ago
The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida (HMREC) honors Florida Blue and the Florida Blue Foundation, led by Central Florida Market President, Tony Jenkins, with the 2023 Tess Wise White Rose Award. The award was presented during the annual White Rose Tribute Event held on April 27, 2023, at the Orlando Science Center. To view video and images from the event visit: https://www.holocaustedu.org/white-rose-tribute-event-2023/.
Shown Here: Kathy Turner, Vice President Marketing & Development, Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center (HMREC), Talli Dippold, CEO ..read more
Orlando News Room
1y ago
At the intersection of art and science exists a rich world, deep with meaning – the Brainy Art Exhibition called upon student artists from the Central Florida area to submit an original piece of artwork illuminating the artist’s perception and perspective of the human brain and spine. Orlando Neurosurgery and Verax Investments seek through sponsorship of the Brainy Art Exhibition to nurture and reward the imagination of student artists. The Artistic Review Panel evaluated all entries during the entry period (11/1/22 – 3/1/23) and selected four finalist ..read more
Orlando News Room
1y ago
Orlando, Florida – The Penthouse at OneEleven on East Washington Street overlooking Lake Eola in Downtown Orlando is coming to life as an immersive cultural experience space, curated by Central Florida’s FusionFest. The 3,000 square foot space is sponsored by American Transnational and entrusted to FusionFest as a private venue from which to showcase artistic talents from the many uniquely exciting cultures represented in Orlando. The space offers a series of artist cultural events designed to nurture innovation and inclusion. For more information and a list of upcoming events please vis ..read more