Cuba Protests + Swimming Pool Drowning + Food Hall Coming Soon

Happy Tuesday, Orlando! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything you need to know in town today.

In this issue, you'll learn the latest on the Cuba protests, a new law being signed by Governor DeSantis, a swimming pool drowning, and more. Now, let's get started.

First, today's weather: Rain in the evening. High: 92 Low: 76.

Here are the top stories today in Orlando:

1. A baby western lowland gorilla was born last week at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The gorilla can be seen at the park's Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail. (Spectrum News 13)

2. Governor DeSantis signed the Florida Wildlife Corridor Act at Disney Wilderness Preserve on Monday in Poinciana. It directs the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to "encourage and promote investments in areas that protect and enhance the Florida Wildlife Corridor." (Click Orlando)

3. A viral tweet showing SOS Cuba protesters marching in the streets around Lake Eola with the aid of a police escort has led to questions around who gets to protest and when in Florida. (Orlando Weekly)

4. A 51-year-old woman in Volusia County was found dead in a swimming pool, according to police. It is believed to be an accidental drowning. (WESH)

5. Work is underway to create a food hall that will be interconnected with the SunTrust Plaza and another mixed-use tower in downtown Orlando with a focus on preserving Bumpy Arcade, a historic building. (Click Orlando)

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Today in Orlando

• National Shooting Sports Competition. (12:00 AM)
• City of Winter Park's Yoga in the Park. (9:00 AM)
• St. Luke's Free Food Distribution. (11:00 AM)
• Pop-Up COVID-19 Vaccination Event - Goldenrod Goodwill. (9:00 AM)
• School Board Rule Development Workshop. (10:00 AM)
• Get Your Grove On: Growing Fruit in Florida. (12:00 PM)
• Central Area: Installation Post 46 - The American Legion, Department of Florida. (6:00 PM)
• Central Area: Installation Post 3 - The American Legion, Department of Florida. (6:00 PM)
• Learn About or Apply for Rental Assistance at Camping World Stadium - Varsity Club. (6:00 PM)

Orlando Patch Notebook

• Downtown Orlando: "Giveaway alert⁠ ⁠ We are giving away a $25 gift card to The Boheme for @OrlandoWeekly's #Bite30! ⁠ ⁠ Here's how t..." (Instagram)
• Orlando Weekly: "In a letter to employees, the head of #Disney's theme parks division told #California workers who weren't directly ti..." (Instagram)
• Orange County, Florida : "As a community, let's build immunity against COVID-19. Visit ocfl.net/IGotMyShot to stay updated on Orange County's v..." (Instagram)
• Nature Conservancy in Florida: "Known as ghost cats, the endangered Florida panther is caught traipsing through the woods. The fact these rare feline..." (Instagram)
• Orlando Fire Department: "Congrats Manny Washington on your recent promotion to Orlando District Chief." (Facebook)
• Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida: "We are so grateful to Homeaid Orlando for organizing a baby essentials drive. Through their hard work and generosity,..." (Facebook)
• Central Florida Zoo: "POV: You having the best day . . . #CentralFloridaZoo #CFZ #Zoo #Giraffe #GirafffeFeeding #POV #BestDay #Orlando #..." (Instagram)

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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.

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