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Florida dominates latest study when it comes to population growth

This Central Florida city is the fastest-growing place in the nation. Here’s why

Read full article: This Central Florida city is the fastest-growing place in the nation. Here’s why
‘Latin Food Trail’ is city’s 1st ‘gastro tourism’ initiative

Experience Kissimmee aims to boost visitors through ‘gastro tourism,’ value-focused vacations

Read full article: Experience Kissimmee aims to boost visitors through ‘gastro tourism,’ value-focused vacations
County has been working to develop indoor complex at Moore Station Fields

‘The math doesn’t work:’ Seminole County revises plan for indoor sports venue

Read full article: ‘The math doesn’t work:’ Seminole County revises plan for indoor sports venue
Project slated to be done in 2027

I-4 construction continues near theme parks, promising efficiency but causing delays for drivers

Read full article: I-4 construction continues near theme parks, promising efficiency but causing delays for drivers

I-4 Beyond the Ultimate aims to enhance the gateway to some of Central Florida’s biggest attractions, making it larger and more efficient.

Reedy Creek Elementary groundbreaking

Osceola County breaks ground on $47 million Reedy Creek Elementary rebuild

Read full article: Osceola County breaks ground on $47 million Reedy Creek Elementary rebuild

Osceola County officials broke ground on a $47 million comprehensive rebuild of Reedy Creek Elementary School, a project aimed at expanding the school’s capacity and providing modern learning spaces for students.

Clermont.

From groves to gridlock: Clermont’s population boom comes with growing pains

Read full article: From groves to gridlock: Clermont’s population boom comes with growing pains

Once renowned for its sprawling orange groves, Clermont has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years. While the citrus trees have largely vanished, something else is flourishing — the city's population.

Volusia County Schools is considering spending $8 million on a piece of land on Spring Vista Drive near the intersection of Shell Road in DeBary.

Volusia school district accuses DeBary officials of ‘self-serving financial greed’ in latest school site fight response

Read full article: Volusia school district accuses DeBary officials of ‘self-serving financial greed’ in latest school site fight response

Volusia County Public Schools says it will pursue “all available legal remedies” to get a school developed on a piece of land in DeBary, despite threats of legal action from the city.

Florida Senate

Florida Senate rejects bill with measure to bypass voter-approved rural boundary rules

Read full article: Florida Senate rejects bill with measure to bypass voter-approved rural boundary rules

A bill containing language that would have allowed property developers to get around county rural boundary requirements failed in the Florida Senate on Thursday. The Senate rejected SB 1080 on a vote of 18 to 19. Nine Republicans joined the 10 Senate Democrats in defeating the bill.

The interior of Battery McIntosh, with steps leading up to the top of the building

Florida’s ‘creepiest’ ghost town is on an island. Here’s a look at what’s left

Read full article: Florida’s ‘creepiest’ ghost town is on an island. Here’s a look at what’s left

Florida has plenty of strange ghost towns. But this one was ranked as the "creepiest" in the Sunshine State.

Researchers use utility data to estimate population growth

This group tells Florida cities how much growth they need to account for

Read full article: This group tells Florida cities how much growth they need to account for

The Bureau of Economic Business and Research is contracted by the state to tell cities and counties how much growth they need to accommodate in the coming years.

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Florida’s biggest city extinguished by massive hurricane. Here’s all that remains

Read full article: Florida’s biggest city extinguished by massive hurricane. Here’s all that remains

The largest city in the state was utterly annihilated by one such storm nearly two centuries ago.

Project would be located near Volusia County Gun and Hunt Club

Volusia County approves $4.6M motocross facility proposal near gun club

Read full article: Volusia County approves $4.6M motocross facility proposal near gun club

A controversial proposal to build a new motocross facility in rural Volusia County is set to go before the county council, with a final vote expected after a public hearing.

2045 Mobility Plan targets traffic

Frustrated by congestion? Seminole County seeks public input amid plans for future growth

Read full article: Frustrated by congestion? Seminole County seeks public input amid plans for future growth

Seminole County has hosted a series of public meetings on growth this week, including one tonight from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Oviedo Mall’s community room.

NEWS HEADLINES


Rescue team work at the site where a missile launched from Iran struck Tel Aviv, Israel, Monday, June 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Baz Ratner)
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The Latest: Iran launches a new wave of missile attacks on Israel as conflict enters fourth day

Read full article: The Latest: Iran launches a new wave of missile attacks on Israel as conflict enters fourth day
A currency trader watches monitors near a screen showing the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) at the foreign exchange dealing room of the KEB Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, Monday, June 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
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Asian shares gain and oil prices push higher as Israel-Iran crisis escalates

Read full article: Asian shares gain and oil prices push higher as Israel-Iran crisis escalates
Anita de Lange, left, and her son, Hansie de Lange, tidy up at the Witkruis Monument, near Polokwane, South Africa, May 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Mogomotsi Magome)
1 hour ago

A hillside of white crosses fuels a misleading story about South Africa's farm killings

Read full article: A hillside of white crosses fuels a misleading story about South Africa's farm killings
FILE - A staff member walks past a message to students that hangs on the wall at Place Bridge Academy, May 20, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/Rebecca Slezak, File)
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Coming to America? In 2025, the US to some looks less like a dream and more like a place to avoid

Read full article: Coming to America? In 2025, the US to some looks less like a dream and more like a place to avoid
Project being built at corner of Tradeshow Boulevard and Destination Parkway

‘Game-changing’ affordable housing community under construction near Epic Universe 

Read full article: ‘Game-changing’ affordable housing community under construction near Epic Universe 

As Universal Orlando approaches the grand opening of Epic Universe, a first-of-its-kind affordable housing community is taking shape nearby. 

Health First previews 2 projects

New emergency departments could come to Brevard County amid Rockledge hospital closure

Read full article: New emergency departments could come to Brevard County amid Rockledge hospital closure

Responding in large part to the impending closure of Orlando Health Rockledge Hospital, Health First says it’s fast-tracking efforts to build two new freestanding emergency departments in Brevard County.

Dozens of county, state projects planned

Stuck in traffic in Marion County? These projects could ease growing pains

Read full article: Stuck in traffic in Marion County? These projects could ease growing pains

The Florida Department of Transportation says a project that will add and extend turn lanes at the I-75 and Highway 484 interchange in the Marion Oaks area is on schedule to be completed by late fall of this year. But there are dozens of other projects in the area.

Aspiring food business owners get permitting support, more

Orlando Kitchen Incubator offers resources, community for food entrepreneurs

Read full article: Orlando Kitchen Incubator offers resources, community for food entrepreneurs

A kitchen incubator has opened its doors to small businesses looking to get off the ground here in Central Florida.

CENTRAL FL - ORLANDO DOWNTOWN

Orlando becomes fastest-growing large region. Here’s how much it’s grown

Read full article: Orlando becomes fastest-growing large region. Here’s how much it’s grown

It’s widely known that people are increasingly calling Florida home, and according to new data, the Orlando area is a popular choice to plant roots.

Quiet ranchland in east Orange County

Florida Senate bill bans, rolls back voter-approved rural boundary measures

Read full article: Florida Senate bill bans, rolls back voter-approved rural boundary measures

Measures approved by voters in 2024 to tighten development in rural areas of two Central Florida counties would be banned under a bill currently in the Florida Senate. State Sen. Stan McClain, R-Ocala, is sponsoring SB 1118, which proposes changes to land use and development regulations.

Tuscana would be built near Shingle Creek wetlands

Development planned in Orange County near Florida Everglades headwaters, stokes flooding fears

Read full article: Development planned in Orange County near Florida Everglades headwaters, stokes flooding fears

A proposed housing development on Florida wetlands in Orange Count has sparked concern among nearby residents about potential impacts on wildlife and flooding.

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Palm Coast to build new affordable housing under ‘Live Local Act.’ Here’s where

Read full article: Palm Coast to build new affordable housing under ‘Live Local Act.’ Here’s where

A new age-restricted residential community being built in Palm Coast under the "Live Local Act" will bring more affordable housing, according to a news release from the city.

Farm property under contract for development

Lake County’s Long & Scott Farms prepares to relocate, but county leaders hope to find a compromise

Read full article: Lake County’s Long & Scott Farms prepares to relocate, but county leaders hope to find a compromise

Long & Scott Farms, a well-known Lake County staple for more than 60 years, is preparing to relocate as its 700-acre property is under contract for development. Lake County leaders are expected to discuss it Tuesday morning.

Retiring workers, immigration crack down part of problem

‘The industry is in a crisis:’ Construction worker shortage delaying projects, driving up costs, experts say

Read full article: ‘The industry is in a crisis:’ Construction worker shortage delaying projects, driving up costs, experts say

The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), a national trade association representing thousands of construction workers, predicts the industry needs 439,000 additional workers in 2025 alone. For every three people retiring in the industry, just one is being hired.

Crystal Jump (Courtesy: Business Wire)

Replacement named for Disney Springs’ defunct NBA Experience

Read full article: Replacement named for Disney Springs’ defunct NBA Experience

LEVEL 99, a New England-based entertainment venue, will take over the space of the now-closed NBA Experience at Disney Springs.

Hyatt Place hotel concept art.

More hotels in Kissimmee? Yes, but not where you think

Read full article: More hotels in Kissimmee? Yes, but not where you think

Around Kissimmee, tourists can stay at motels, hotels or resorts along U.S. 192, but there are few to stay at in the downtown area. The city hopes to change this.

A community under development in Sunbridge.

Tavistock’s Sunbridge project approved by Orlando officials

Read full article: Tavistock’s Sunbridge project approved by Orlando officials

A gigantic development project in Orlando’s Sunbridge community is one step closer to groundbreaking as city officials approved its plans on Tuesday

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Massive mixed-use development set for Ormond Beach. Here’s where

Read full article: Massive mixed-use development set for Ormond Beach. Here’s where

A massive 2,500-home development that's been plagued by delays for two decades could finally start to take shape in Ormond Beach.

MB Signature Properties to build resort-style Princess Village

Mexico-based developer breaks ground on $250M Osceola County project

Read full article: Mexico-based developer breaks ground on $250M Osceola County project

A major investment is coming to Osceola County, bringing hundreds of jobs and millions in economic impact.

City expected to contribute $500,000 for study

Sunshine Corridor: Orlando votes on funding to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport

Read full article: Sunshine Corridor: Orlando votes on funding to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport

The City of Orlando is casting a crucial vote Monday to help fund a $6 million study for the expansion of SunRail.

Project will also build wide entrance, exit ramps at ChampionsGate interchange

More lanes coming to I-4 in Polk, Osceola counties to help reduce congestion. Here’s the timing

Read full article: More lanes coming to I-4 in Polk, Osceola counties to help reduce congestion. Here’s the timing

Construction work will ramp up along Interstate 4 in Polk and Osceola counties to add more lanes and reduce congestion, according to a press release from the Florida Department of Transportation.

Home market inventory is at a six-month supply

Despite slumping sales, prices in Orlando housing market reach all-time highs

Read full article: Despite slumping sales, prices in Orlando housing market reach all-time highs

The median home price in 2024 was $385,000, an all-time high and a 3.9% increase year-over-year. Total sales, though, fell 7.1% compared to 2023, based on data the association pulls from Orange, Osceola, Lake and Seminole counties.

Officials to hold ceremonial groundbreaking for ‘AAA high school’

What a new high school means for a growing Osceola County school district

Read full article: What a new high school means for a growing Osceola County school district

With a population boom happening in St. Cloud, the Osceola County School District is looking forward to a new high school that will serve thousands of students

Healthcare company working to build 3 additional emergency rooms in metro Orlando

AdventHealth’s strategic response to Central Florida’s growing needs

Read full article: AdventHealth’s strategic response to Central Florida’s growing needs

As Central Florida’s population continues to rise, AdventHealth said it is building for the future to meet the growing healthcare demands of the region.

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