🌱 Orange Co. Approves Domestic Violence Aid + Seminole County Arson

Morning, Orlando! I'm Carlos Hernandez, back in your inbox this morning with your fresh copy of the Orlando Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now. Today you'll find news about:

• Orlando bar and hospitality leaders are fighting back against proposed restrictions on nightlife in downtown Orlando by local elected leaders.
• Orange County has approved $1 million to help victims of domestic violence.
• A Seminole County man is facing arson charges after a dispute with his Homeowner's Association.

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Breezy in the afternoon. High: 84 Low: 56.

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Here are the top stories today in Orlando:

1. Orlando bar and hospitality industry leaders are raising alarms about an effort to pass ordinances penalizing nightlife in downtown Orlando. "It unfairly penalizes just a few operators to the tunes of hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars a year to police the streets," Orlando Hospitality Alliance Vice President Monica McCown said to WESH. Orlando commissioners said they need more involvement to find potential solutions. (WESH)
2. Orange County leaders voted Tuesday to approve $1 million to help domestic violence survivors and their families. Stakeholders in the space said more aid is needed to help those suffering. County officials said the program would first cover care for about 50 children and could expand in the future. (WFTV)
3. Central Florida World War II veteran Richard Overman Sr. celebrated his 105th birthday on Monday. He shared advice on how to enjoy a good life with WKMG, "Stay busy, make your friends, have your fun, I take every day and get as much out of it as I possibly can.” (Click Orlando)
4. A Seminole County man is facing four arson charges after allegedly setting his own apartment on fire after a dispute with his Homeowners Association (HOA). Officials said the incident happened on Jan. 14 at 265 Crown Oaks Way in Longwood. An affidavit states the suspect said he "started the fire in an act of revenge against the Homeowners Association in charge of his property." (Fox 35 Orlando)
5. Osceola County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man suspected in a shooting in Poinciana on Sunday. Police said the incident happened in the area of Peppermill Circle near Kissimmee. The suspect faces several charges including attempted murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and aggravated stalking, according to a release. (Positively Osceola)

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Today in Orlando:

• Half-Priced Games at Dave And Busters Orlando. (10 a.m.)
• Unlimited Play at Topgolf Orlando. (10 a.m.)
• Lake Nona Lunch & Learn at UCF Lake Nona Hospital. (11:30 a.m.)
• The Chef And I Dinner Series Chef Battle Dinner at The Hall On The Yard. (6:30 p.m.)
• The Schizophonics, Cardiel, And Bob On Blonde In Orlando at Conduit. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Orlando Weekly shared: "The otherworldly musical being that is Stevie Nicks comes to Orlando this spring on her just-announced 2023 solo headlining tour. The only Florida date in the lineup, Orlando's show is set for May 25 at Amway Center." (Orlando Weekly via Instagram)
• Orlando Food & Travel Guide shared: "Amazing night at Ramen Rumble 5 in partnership with event founders Jason & Sue Chin of Seito Sushi at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs! 🍜✨" (Orlando Food & Travel Guide via Instagram)
• City of Orlando - Government shared: "Thinking about hosting an event downtown? Downtown Orlando is now accepting applications for the CRA's Special Event Grants Program. ➡️ Event must be in DTO, taking place between May 2023- October 2023. ➡️." (City of Orlando - Government via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for 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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