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Security guard accused of shooting at ground during argument outside I-Drive hotel
Read full article: Security guard accused of shooting at ground during argument outside I-Drive hotelA man is accused of shooting at the ground during an altercation outside the I-Drive hotel where he works as a security guard, according to the Orlando Police Department.
SEA LIFE Orlando decks the seas for an aquatic Christmas
Read full article: SEA LIFE Orlando decks the seas for an aquatic ChristmasEveryone is getting into the holiday spirit — even under the sea. SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium at ICON Park is once again hosting Deck the Seas, just in time for your holiday photos.
‘Big fall:’ StarFlyer tower climber describes seeing co-worker fall to his death
Read full article: ‘Big fall:’ StarFlyer tower climber describes seeing co-worker fall to his deathORLANDO, Fla. – Another tower climber on the Orlando StarFyler ride called 911 after watching his 21-year-old co-worker fall hundreds of feet to his death. A day after the incident, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office released the 911 call made by one of Kaminsky’s fellow tower climbers moments after the fall. [TRENDING: ‘My son lost his life over Burger King’ | Man falls to his death from Orlando ride | Are you getting political text messages?] “Someone needs to go help him, ASAP, immediately, big fall,” the worker tells a supervisor over radio while also talking to dispatch. Ride officials said they’re cooperating with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and deputies in the investigation.
I-Drive sees much needed boost from visitors during Labor Day
Read full article: I-Drive sees much needed boost from visitors during Labor DayORLANDO, Fla. – It was a fairly busy Labor Day weekend for businesses along International Drive, a popular tourist destination in Orlando. This is what Orlando is,” Tereso Guevara, an Orlando native said. Guevara spent the day at Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf with his family. He said he’s happy to see I-Drive and some of its most well-known entertainment spots back to life. At Fun Spot America things seemed to be picking up as well as people enjoyed several of their rides.
I-Drive cafe owner arrested after selling liquor without license, report says
Read full article: I-Drive cafe owner arrested after selling liquor without license, report saysORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A cafe and lounge owner is facing charges after deputies say she was selling liquor at her establishment without a proper license. When authorities asked for the cafe’s liquor license, the part-owner did not have one or show any paperwork. It was a man who identified himself as Brewster’s husband that said they had applied for a liquor license and were waiting for approval from the state. The individuals agreed they would not sell liquor without a proper license, according to a sheriff’s office report. The 36-year-old was arrested and is now facing a charge for possession of alcohol with the intent to be sold without a proper license.
Shooting in I-Drive parking lot leaves one man dead
Read full article: Shooting in I-Drive parking lot leaves one man deadORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one man dead. According to police, the shooting occurred in a parking lot on International Drive early Saturday morning. Officers said that 26-year-old D’quan Prentice was taken to a hospital, suffering from a gunshot wound. Prentice was linked to the shooting scene on International Drive, authorities said. “As this investigation is active and ongoing, there are no other details to release at this time,” officers said.
The Wheel at ICON Park in Orlando to reopen along I-Drive
Read full article: The Wheel at ICON Park in Orlando to reopen along I-DriveORLANDO, Fla. – The Wheel at ICON Park will be ready to take riders again beginning June 3, according to ICON Park officials. Some of the restaurants at Icon Park, the home base for Orlando’s Wheel, reopened earlier this month. Due to the coronavirus, management at The Wheel at ICON Park have implemented new protocols to keep guests at a distance in line with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. “At ICON Park, we’re devoted to providing the ultimate entertainment experience for our guests. In one convenient place, you can find world class attractions, excellent restaurants and live entertainment,” ICON Park president and CEO Chris Jaskiewicz said.
Orange County mayor won’t support extending tourist tax agreement
Read full article: Orange County mayor won’t support extending tourist tax agreementORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – “After further review,” Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said he would vote against the current agreement with Universal Orlando to extend Kirkman Road connecting the theme park company’s future attraction, Epic Universe. Taxes from that district go toward road improvements in the tourist district instead of items for Orange County residents, such as police departments and schools. The Universal Orlando agreement with the county would extend the taxing district to 2040, continuing to route funds into the tourist district. The Orange County Board of Commissioners was set to vote on the deal Tuesday. Demings said in a statement Friday he won’t support the agreement as is and asked the commission to re-examine the end date on the taxing district.