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Hello Orlando! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Flying from MCO soon? Here’s what holiday travelers are facing now.
  • Why WWE keeps Orlando at the center of its superstar universe.
  • What message will Texas and Michigan send in Orlando’s Citrus Bowl?

Also on today's calendar: Safraaz Alli For Orange County Mayor Meet & Greet Fundraiser Dinner and 6 more events.

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Today's riddle: What two things can you never eat for breakfast? . 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Monday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 77 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and cooler, temps: high: 60, low: 39.
  • Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, but cool, with a high of 58 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Holiday travel rush continues at Orlando International Airport (wesh.com) — If you’re flying out of Orlando International Airport, expect long lines, possible delays, and big crowds as the holiday rush builds toward a Jan. 3 peak. TSA is urging travelers to arrive early, watch flight status closely, and be ready for weather-related disruptions affecting flights into and out of Orlando.
   

2. WWE returns to Tampa with the WWE Live Holiday Tour (mysuncoast.com) — Orlando wrestling fans are in the spotlight as WWE’s Performance Center here remains a home base for many superstars and hosts key training. After a packed Tampa stop on the Holiday Tour, fans can look toward Monday Night Raw wrapping up the year just down the road in Orlando.
   

3. Longhorns want to ‘send a message and dominate' the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl (krqe.com) — Orlando is gearing up to host the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, where Texas’ largely intact offensive line aims to prove the Longhorns still belong in the national title conversation. With Michigan in town and fewer opt-outs than expected, both teams see Wednesday’s game in Orlando as a high-profile stage to showcase depth, toughness, and future NFL talent.
   

4. New public registry allows lookups of people convicted of animal abuse across Florida (wftv.com) — Starting Jan. 1, a new animal abuse registry backed by Florida law enforcement will let Orlando residents and others statewide check whether someone has prior animal cruelty convictions before adopting or rehoming a pet. Announced from Orlando, the Dexter’s Law database aims to boost pet safety and carries serious consequences for offenders’ records, housing, and future pet ownership.
   

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    Thursday January 1
  • Breathe with the Trees Relaxation Training
    Mead Botanical Garden , 1300 S. Denning Dr. , Winter Park
    10:00 am
    • Friday January 2
  • Post 316: Steak & Salmon Dinner
    American Legion Post 316 , 1127 Atlantic Blvd , Atlantic Beach
    5:00 pm
    • Saturday January 3
  • Post 252 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics
    Post 252 Cross Bayou , 11433 Park Blvd , Seminole
  • UCF Men's Basketball vs. Kansas
    Addition Financial Arena
    9:00 am

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