🌱 The District Dive Allegedly Vandalized + Jollibee Opens In Orlando

Hello, everybody! It's me, Carlos Hernandez, your host of the Orlando Daily. Keep reading for the most important things going on these days in town. Today's issue includes updates on...

• The windows of a local gay bar in Central Florida were shattered on Wednesday morning.
• Greater Orlando Orlando Aviation Authority is already looking to renovate the new Terminal C at Orlando International Airport.
• Abortion-rights activists in Orlando plan to organize a rally on the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade this Saturday, Jan. 21.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and very warm. High: 82 Low: 65.

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Here are the top stories in Orlando today:

1. The windows of local gay bar The District Dive were shattered on Wednesday morning in what is being called a "hate crime" by the Milk District Main Street. The incident happened between the hours of 3:30 a.m. and 4 a.m. and was captured on video. An investigation is now underway by Orlando Police. (Bungalower)
2. Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is already looking to renovate the brand-new Terminal C at Orlando International Airport (MCO). One request officials have received is to add moving walkways although changing the design could be tricky. (WESH)
3. Orlando abortion-rights advocates will join a National March for Abortion this Saturday, Jan. 21 at Orlando City Hall. It is the 50th anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision. Florida's Republican-led legislature and Governor Ron DeSantis have already approved a 15-week abortion ban. (Orlando Weekly)
4. Filipino fast food chain Jollibee has now opened its first Orlando location at 11891 Colonial Drive. It marks the company’s 87th restaurant location in North America and fourth in Florida. "We’re very grateful that the Filipino fan base that have come to love Jollibee has come over and supported Jollibee all throughout the years, especially here at the Orlando opening," said Luis Velasco, vice president of marketing for Jollibee. (Subscription: Orlando Sentinel, Free: WESH)
5. Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs is hosting the 8th Annual Sculpture on the Lawn season on Friday, Jan. 20. The public is invited to join this year’s artists at a reception at 5:30 p.m. and view sculptures selected by the Public Art Review Board of the Arts & Cultural Affairs Advisory Council. The exhibit will be on display through January 2024. (Orange County Government, Florida)

Today in Orlando:

• Crafty Corner at CarePlus Community Center. (11 a.m)
• Ivanhoe Workshops: Cyber Security at Ivanhoe Village Main Street. (5:30 p.m.)
• 3rd Thursday Gallery Hop at Downtown Arts District. (6 p.m.)
• "Henry V" at Orlando Shakes. (7:30 p.m.)
• Milk District Comedy Thursdays at Barley & Vine. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Orlando City SC shared: "We have completed a transfer of winger/midfielder Jake Mulraney to St. Patrick’s Athletic F.C. of the Irish Premier Division. Thank you, Jake. 👊" (Orlando City SC via Instagram)
• Orlando Science Center shared: "Kick-off the new year with new experiences! Learn something new, try something new, and see brand-new exhibit, Earth Matters presented by VoLo Foundation, all during Kids Night at the Museum." (Orlando Science Center via Instagram)
• Orlando Police Department shared: "The cost to replace & install a new catalytic converter can be as much as $3,000. Understanding when your car might be a target for catalytic converter theft is the first key to preventing it." (Orlando Police Department via Facebook)
• YMCA of Central Florida shared: "With the all-new Y Your Way, our YMCA membership is now more affordable than ever and you can customize it in a way that works best for you." (YMCA of Central Florida via Facebook)
• Audubon Park Garden District shared: "Don’t miss our first alley party behind Redlight Redlight with music by DJ Nigel, food and drinks by Redlight, get updates on community projects and more. Jan. 26 | 6:30 - 9 p.m." (Audubon Park Garden District via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— 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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