🌱 Orlando Magic Suffer 119-100 Loss + Disney Sues Kissimmee Group

Morning, everybody! Happy New Year's Eve. It's me, Carlos Hernandez, your host of the Orlando Daily — here to tell you all the most important things happening in our community and we wrap up 2022. Including news on:

• The Orlando Magic suffered a 119-100 against the Washington Wizards.
• Orlando Business Journal has a new Editor-in-Chief.
• United Arts of Central Florida has provided $500,000 in grants to 33 local arts and cultural organizations.

But first, today's weather:

Some rain and a thunderstorm. High: 81 Low: 67.

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Here are the top stories in Orlando today:

1. A lawsuit has been filed against Kissimmee businesses by Disney Enterprises and Lucasfilm Ltd. to "combat infringement of their intellectual property rights." The businesses named were previously known as "The Secret Disney Group" and are accused of selling unauthorized Disney merchandise. (WESH)

2. United Arts of Central Florida has provided $500,000 in grants to 33 arts and cultural organizations around Orange County. Recipients include Central Florida Ballet, Creative City Project, and FusionFest. Grants ranged from $297 to $50,000 for each group. (Click Orlando)

3. Florida deputies fatally shot a man Thursday night after he allegedly fought with deputies and took one of the deputy's stun gun, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office. Police have released few details about the incident other that the two officers involved are safe. (Fox 35 Orlando)

4. The Orlando Magic suffered a 119-100 home loss to the Washington Wizards on Friday. The Magic only had eight players available for the game due to penalties from Wednesday's on-court altercation against Detroit. (Subscription: Orlando Sentinel, Free: AP)

5. Orlando Business Journal has hired Sean McCrory as its new Editor-in-Chief, according to Bungalower. McCrory will assume the role on Jan. 23 and is a University of Florida graduate with a degree in Journalism, and has worked with The Gainesville Sun and Florida Times-Union. (Bungalower)

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Today in Orlando:

• NYE Party at Ellipsis Brewing (5 p.m.)
• New Year's Eve 2023 Party at Tori Tori. (8:30 p.m.)
• Thornton Park New Year's Eve Street Party 2023. (8:30 p.m.)
• New Year's Eve With Vivacity! at Timucua Arts Foundation. (9 p.m.)
• N.Y.E At Legends 2023 Powered By Remy Martin. (9:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Orlando Police Department shared: "We are gearing up for a busy weekend in Orlando with crowds of people biking, driving and walking. Let’s make it a safe one!" (Orlando Police Department via Facebook)
• Thornton Park District shared: "Need New Year's Eve plans? Start the fiesta with us! We're serving up amazing drinks, great bites and perfect vibes until 11 p.m. NYE. Grab your crew and make us the first stop! 🥳🎉🥳" (Thornton Park District via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Victoria Pines shared: "I’m looking for someone to clean my mom’s condo in Winter Springs while she recuperates or maybe longer. - Please message me for details." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Somerset Landing shared: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! - FOUND on Dec. 29, 2022 in Orlando, FL 32824 near Bohannon Blvd Description: Black lab. No tags. Very friendly, housebroken and trained. Do you have information?" (Nextdoor)

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You're officially in the loop for today! 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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