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Candace Campos promoted to WKMG-TV Chief Meteorologist
Read full article: Candace Campos promoted to WKMG-TV Chief MeteorologistNews 6 Meteorologist Candace Campos has been a familiar face in Central Florida for nearly a decade. Now, Campos will serve our community as Chief Meteorologist for the Pinpoint Weather Team.
Dream Lake Elementary student ranks high in world soft skills ‘Super Bowl’
Read full article: Dream Lake Elementary student ranks high in world soft skills ‘Super Bowl’Last month we introduced you to the Dream Lake Elementary Ambassadors as they prepared for the Global Amazing Shake competition in Atlanta, which is described as "the Super Bowl of Soft Skills."
Graduating students showcase grand buffet at Valencia College’s culinary arts program
Read full article: Graduating students showcase grand buffet at Valencia College’s culinary arts programIt's a twice-yearly tradition at the Walt Disney World Center of Culinary Arts and Hospitality on Valencia College's Downtown Campus.
Valencia College’s East Campus offers film production degree for less than $10K
Read full article: Valencia College’s East Campus offers film production degree for less than $10KDid you know a film school once called “one of the best in the country” by Steven Spielberg is located in east Orange County?
AdventHealth, Junior Achievement create initiative to get children interested in healthcare careers
Read full article: AdventHealth, Junior Achievement create initiative to get children interested in healthcare careersThe shortage of healthcare workers has been a big topic over the last few years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the United States could face a shortage of 195,400 nurses by the year 2031.
‘Agriculture is in everything:’ Why Orange County is expanding agriscience classes
Read full article: ‘Agriculture is in everything:’ Why Orange County is expanding agriscience classesIn 2018, Orange County Public Schools committed to bringing agriscience back into schools. Now every public high school in Orange County offers it as an elective. Agriscience is now in 11 middle schools, with an initiative to expand it to every middle school.
Winter Park Crew offering free ‘Learn to Row Experience’ for students interested in the sport
Read full article: Winter Park Crew offering free ‘Learn to Row Experience’ for students interested in the sportYou've undoubtedly heard of "The Boys in The Boat," a book-turned-movie directed by George Clooney
Seminole students learn how a community works with a MicroSociety
Read full article: Seminole students learn how a community works with a MicroSocietyImagine a society run entirely by kids, including writing their own constitution, electing their own legislators, and running their own businesses. That's the idea behind MicroSociety, a project-based learning model in schools around the world.
Former WWE star Mojo Rawley hosting free Orlando charity conference. Here’s who’s speaking
Read full article: Former WWE star Mojo Rawley hosting free Orlando charity conference. Here’s who’s speakingNews 6 anchor Julie Broughton caught up with Dean “Mojo” Muhtadi, formerly known as WWE Superstar Mojo Rawley, to talk about the upcoming Once Upon a Dream charity conference.
Meet the Helpers: This program prepares your kids for hurricane season
Read full article: Meet the Helpers: This program prepares your kids for hurricane seasonWith so many families still rebuilding from last year's hurricanes, the mere thought of another tropical storm or hurricane can fill kids with anxiety, but there are ways to help your kids deal with feelings of uncertainty.
Do your kids have questions about hurricane season? Here’s how to talk to them about it
Read full article: Do your kids have questions about hurricane season? Here’s how to talk to them about itAs we move into the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season, it’s easy to see why you may be feeling anxious following the damage wrought by Hurricanes Ian and Nicole. And for children, it can be difficult to process those feelings.
News 6 meteorologists share what you need to know for 2023 hurricane season
Read full article: News 6 meteorologists share what you need to know for 2023 hurricane seasonOur News 6 weather team hosted News 6′s annual hurricane special to help Central Florida residents prepare for the 2023 hurricane season.
🐔Is it worth raising chickens to save money on eggs? Our anchor is cluckin’ doing it.
Read full article: 🐔Is it worth raising chickens to save money on eggs? Our anchor is cluckin’ doing it.News 6 Anchor Julie Broughton, daughter are giving the ‘coop’ on the real cost of raising chickens for fresh eggs.
News 6 anchor discovers $1,600 stolen by gas pump skimmer
Read full article: News 6 anchor discovers $1,600 stolen by gas pump skimmerORLANDO, Fla. – News 6 anchor Julie Broughton said she was stunned when she saw 17 debit card transactions for more than $1,600 listed on her January bank statement. “I thought, ‘My gosh, I’m never going to see this money again.’”News 6 contacted the Orlando Secret Service and presented Broughton’s debit card number to agents. It turns out her card was one of 235 debit and credit cards stolen by thieves who had installed a hidden pin hole camera and skimmer into a convenience store gas pump. Based on the purchase records, it appears Broughton’s data may have been stolen in November. ”But what I think about, though, is all the people who don’t sit across the room from Mike Holfeld.
Viewer trying to insult News 6 anchor becomes victim of autcorrect
Read full article: Viewer trying to insult News 6 anchor becomes victim of autcorrectAnchors Matt Austin, Julie Broughton and Ginger Gadsden decided to read hate comments they have received on social media. Broughton said one viewer was not a fan of her outfits. A different viewer said Austin and Donald Duck wear the same suit. Austin said he noticed a trend when it comes to people who say mean things about him. “People don’t believe the power of their words when they say things like that,” Gadsden said.
News 6 anchors share stories of flying chicken wings and other drama from small-town newsrooms
Read full article: News 6 anchors share stories of flying chicken wings and other drama from small-town newsroomsORLANDO, Fla. – This week on Florida’s Fourth Estate, News 6 anchors share stories of weird things they experienced in their first jobs. And Ginger Gadsden says getting pelted with chicken wings, even if you are not the intended target, still hurts. Ginger, Matt and Julie unpack it all in this week’s edition of Florida’s Fourth Estate podcast. Florida’s Fourth Estate looks at everything from swampy politics to a fragile environment and even the crazy headlines that make Florida the craziest state in the Union. Listen to the full episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate on iTunes here or on Sticher here.
Peloton offering at-home workouts during coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: Peloton offering at-home workouts during coronavirus pandemicPeloton offering at-home workouts during coronavirus pandemicPublished: April 20, 2020, 10:10 amJulie Broughton caught up with a Peloton fitness instructor Cody Rigsby to talk about the importance of at-home workouts during the coronavirus pandemic.
Florida’s Fourth Estate: News 6 anchor Julie Broughton reads hate mail
Read full article: Florida’s Fourth Estate: News 6 anchor Julie Broughton reads hate mailORLANDO, Fla. – This week on Florida’s Fourth Estate, News 6 Anchor Julie Broughton takes us inside her inbox. Broughton is shocked when she researches her troll and finds out what he does for a living. Matt Austin also shares a voicemail from a viewer who describes making fun of him with her friends. Also, a family vacationing in Florida had to be rescued through an elevator ceiling after getting trapped more than 10 stories high. All this and more on this week’s episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate.
News 6/360: Integrating the military and honoring icons through art, Central Florida is rooted in Black History
Read full article: News 6/360: Integrating the military and honoring icons through art, Central Florida is rooted in Black HistoryORLANDO, Fla. – In this week’s episode of News 6/360, News 6 is highlighting Black History Month and the historic African-Americans who have ties to Central Florida. They also tell the story of one Central Florida veteran who helped integrate the military during World War II with a secret mission and a risky jump into a fiery forest. Since Central Florida is rich with Black History, they also walk you through places you can visit throughout the region to learn more about the iconic figures who paved the way for African-Americans today. Users can watch “News 6/360” on their Android phones by going to ClickOrlando.com or the News 6 app. [iPHONE AND APP USERS: Click here for the best viewing experience]Note: To get the full experience, hit the play button and click and hold your mouse while moving it around the video screen.
News 6/360: Central Florida doctor goes on worldwide run; beer can helps family find lost dog
Read full article: News 6/360: Central Florida doctor goes on worldwide run; beer can helps family find lost dogORLANDO, Fla. – In this week’s episode of News 6/360, Julie Broughton and Brianna Volz share a sweet story about how employees at a Florida brewery featured rescue dogs on its beer cans and got results in a way they didn’t expect. [WATCH LAST WEEK’S EPISODE: Earthquake felt in South Florida; #GirlDad goes viral in honor of Kobe Bryant]Users can watch “News 6/360” on their Android phones by going to ClickOrlando.com or the News 6 app. iPhone users can also use the YouTube app and search ClickOrlando.com. Virtual reality goggles are recommended to gain the full experience of the 360-degree arena. [iPHONE AND APP USERS: Click here for the best viewing experience]Note: To get the full experience, hit the play button and click and hold your mouse while moving it around the video screen.
News 6/360: Earthquake felt in South Florida; #GirlDad goes viral in honor of Kobe Bryant
Read full article: News 6/360: Earthquake felt in South Florida; #GirlDad goes viral in honor of Kobe BryantThe pair also revisits how the internet paid tribute to NBA star Kobe Bryant. “News 6/360” is part of News 6′s innovative newscast that immerses viewers in a 360-degree environment to creatively tell the stories that are trending in Central Florida and around the globe. [WATCH LAST WEEK’S EPISODE: SpaceX successfully blows up its own rocket; Central Florida athlete heads to Super Bowl]Users can watch “News 6/360” on their Android phones by going to ClickOrlando.com or the News 6 app. iPhone users can also use the YouTube app and search ClickOrlando.com. [iPHONE AND APP USERS: Click here for the best viewing experience]
News 6/360: SpaceX successfully blows up its own rocket; Central Florida athlete heads to Super Bowl
Read full article: News 6/360: SpaceX successfully blows up its own rocket; Central Florida athlete heads to Super BowlThe episode is part of News 6′s innovative newscast that immerses viewers in a 360-degree environment while providing creative storytelling with impressive visuals. [WATCH LAST WEEK’S EPISODE: NASA’s new class and a really expensive Mustang]Users can watch “News 6/360” on their Android phones by going to ClickOrlando.com or the News 6 App. iPhone users can also use the YouTube app and search ClickOrlando.com. Virtual reality goggles are recommended to gain the full experience of the 360-degree arena. [iPHONE AND APP USERS: Click here for the best viewing experience]Note: To get the full experience, hit the play button and click and hold your mouse while moving it around the video screen.
Self-defense: What you can do when seconds matter
Read full article: Self-defense: What you can do when seconds matterSo anchors Lisa Bell, Ginger Gadsden and Julie Broughton went to a local self-defense class to find out what you can do when seconds matter. It's not about brute strength -- it's all about body mechanics when you're taking on someone bigger and stronger than you. "The first thing you need to be is aware," said former Lake Mary police officer and self-defense expert Zach Hudson. But you have to remember to do all of that in just the few seconds that you have to react, so which most are most effective? Friedman said heel palms, elbow strikes and knee strikes do a lot of damage and can be an equalizer.
When can a child sit in the front seat of a car?
Read full article: When can a child sit in the front seat of a car?ORLANDO, Fla. – The front row is some pretty valuable real estate, especially when it comes to riding up front in the car. In the state of Florida anyone up to age 3 is required to be in a child seat. Anyone from the ages 4 to 5 are allowed to move into a booster seat if their size allows for it. Any child older than 5 years old depends on size and if they can wear a normal seat belt. This is not very common, with some children still using car seats or booster seats until the age of 10 or 11.