🌱 Brevard Probationary Deputy Arrested + Turo & MCO Partnership

Good morning, people of Orlando! Carlos Hernandez here with a fresh edition of the Orlando Daily.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and beautiful. High: 85 Low: 65.

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Here are the top five stories today in Orlando:

1. A Brevard County Sheriff’s Office probationary deputy has been arrested after allegedly hitting his live-in girlfriend, according to the sheriff's office. Tyler Morra is charged with battery domestic violence, according to the sheriff's office. (Fox 35 Orlando)

2. A health alert is in effect for an Orange County lake after the presence of a harmful toxin was detected on April 6. The Florida Department of Health in Orange County said harmful blue-green algal toxins were found in Lake Mann by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. (WFTV)

3. Turo, a car-sharing company, has partnered with Orlando International Airport (MCO) to give travelers more options. When a user lands at at the airport and gets out of the terminal, they can pick up their car directly from any of the garages. The host will tell the user which row and level the car is located on. (WESH)

4. Haan Coffee Roasters will be opening at 1233 E. Colonial Drive in Mills50 later this summer. The brand officially launched in November 2020, selling its unique selection of coffee online. The brand sources its beans directly from coffee farmers. The shop has shared beautiful photos of the plan for its cafe. (Bungalower)

5. A Winter Park teenager went viral with a LGBTQ history presentation on Stonewall Riots following passage of Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill. Student activist Will Larkins ended up writing an opinion piece for the New York Times about the impact of the controversial legislation. (Orlando Weekly)

Today in Orlando:

• School Board Meeting at Orange County District. (4:45 PM)
• A Networking After Hours Event at American Social Orlando. (5:30 PM)
• Waterford Lakes - Orlando, FL- Tapas Y Vinos at Cooper's Hawk Orlando. (7:00 PM)
• LGBTQ+ Community Leader Turnabout at Savoy Orlando. (7:00 PM)
• Orlando Solar Bears vs. Jacksonville Icemen at Amway Center. (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• It's Taco Week happening until Wednesday, April 20 including in Thornton Park. Tacos are $5 at participating businesses along with tasty drink specials. (Facebook)
• There are plenty of fun events happening this week. Wednesday at Timucua Arts Foundation White House, drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. presents “Generation Y,” a showcase of upcoming musical talent. UCF Celebrates the Arts continues at Dr. Phillips Center. (Facebook)
• Maroon 5 will play an exclusive concert for after-hours guests at Universal Studios this August. (Orlando Weekly)

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— Carlos Hernandez

About me: Hello my name is Carlos Hernandez and I am a food writer with over 10 years of experience in the industry. I write the food blog Carlos Eats (http://www.carloseats.com) and also contribute to several newspapers and magazines with food-related blogs and articles.