🌱 Just Salad Opening Two Central Florida Locations + Tangelo YMCA

Hello, neighbors. I'm here right on time with your fresh copy of the Orlando Patch newsletter, filled with all the local information you need to know right now. Today you'll read about these stories and more:

• SeaWorld Orlando is offering a new BOGO deal for annual passes through Feb. 20
• Orange County has approved a demolition permit for Tangelo Park YMCA
• New York City-based Just Salad is opening two locations in Central Florida

But first, today's weather: Partly sunny. High: 80 Low: 60.

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Here are the top stories today in Orlando:

1. Orlando amusement park SeaWorld is offering Buy One, Get One annual pass tickets through Friday, Feb. 20. Those who purchase a SeaWorld annual pass will get an Aquatica Orlando annual pass for free. SeaWorld passholders receive up to six free guest tickets, free parking, access to VIP events, and more. (Click Orlando)
2. An unidentified dead body was found in Central Florida on Tuesday morning in the area of 1100 West Pine St. It is unclear if foul play was involved in the incident. An investigation is now underway by authorities. (WESH)
3. A man and woman found dead in Osceola County by authorities is being investigated as a potential murder-suicide. A medical examiner is working to find the cause of death of the woman in the incident. (Fox 35)
4. New York City-based Just Salad is opening two locations in Central Florida this month in Winter Park and Winter Garden. Both locations have been in soft opening since January 2023. Diners can enjoy deals through their grand opening. (Orlando Weekly)
5. Orange County has approved a demolition permit for the former Tangelo Park YMCA. Only the administrative offices will be impacted by the demolition. The rebuilt space will have a new office and pool. (Subscription: Orlando Sentinel)

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Today in Orlando:

• In-Person: Microsoft 365 Basics at Southwest Branch Library. (1:30 p.m.)
• Goat Yoga at Alaska Farms Orlando. (6 p.m.)
• Evening Pop-Up Market at The House On Lang. (6 p.m.)
• Valentine's Day Paint And Sip at The Vintage Chair. (6 p.m.)
• Tibetan Meditation With Puja Madan at Timucua Arts Foundation. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts shared: "Dr. Phillips Center Presents 'Into the Woods' with some of Broadway's biggest stars on June 6-11 in Walt Disney Theater. Tickets for the Grammy®-winning Broadway production go on sale Feb. 17." (Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts via Facebook)
• City of Orlando - Government shared: "At the new Luminary Green Park in downtown Orlando’s Creative Village, we're shining a light on some of the leaders who served the Parramore community over the years." (City of Orlando - Government via Facebook)
• Orlando Fire Department shared: "OFD continues our celebration of Black History Month 2023 with Executive Deputy Chief Ian Davis!" (Orlando Fire Department via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. I'll see you around!

— 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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