🌱 SeaWorld Orlando Summer Concert Series + Susan Lorincz Charged

Hello again, everybody. It's Tuesday in Orlando and I'm Carlos Hernandez, back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in the community. Because community information is power! Today's issue includes news about...

• The OUC is celebrating 100 years of service in Central Florida.
• State Attorney William Gladson has announced criminal charges against Susan Lorincz.
• A Central Florida couple reportedly suing OceanGate Expedition CEO Richard Stockton Rush has dropped their lawsuit.

But first, today's weather: Partly sunny with a t-storm. High: 94 Low: 78.

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Here are the top stories today in Orlando:

1. Looking for Fourth of July fireworks and festivities around Orlando? There are plenty of options. Some ideas include the Star-Spangled Celebration At Promenade at Sunset Walk, Celebration's Independence Day Parade, Red Hot & Boom and July 4th at Old Town Entertainment District. (Orlando Patch)
2. State Attorney William Gladson has announced criminal charges against Susan Lorincz in the death of Ajike Owens. Lorincz is being charged with one count of manslaughter with a firearm despite calls for murder charges. State Attorney Gladson cites "insufficient evidence" for the decision to seek lower charges in the incident. Lorincz reportedly said several racial slurs before shooting her neighbor who was knocking on her door. (WESH, CNN)
3. SeaWorld Orlando is hosting a summer concert series at the theme park. Music artists performing at the theme park include Don Felder, Little River Band, Skillet, Jesse McCartney and more. The series runs from July 8 to Aug. 6. (Orlando Weekly)
4. The Central Florida couple suing OceanGate Expedition CEO Richard Stockton Rush has decided to drop the lawsuit. The couple paid over $200,000 for an expedition that never happened to see the Titanic and was never refunded. The couple said "honor, respect and dignity" are more important than money. (Fox 35)
5. The Orlando Utility Commission (OUC) is celebrating 100 years of power and water service this week at Orlando City Hall. The Orlando Utility Commission was founded on June 25, 1923. It was first proposed by Judge John M. Cheney, owner of Orlando Water and Light Company. (Bungalower)

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Today in Orlando:

Tuesday, June 27

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week. (8:30 a.m.)
• Orange County Master Gardener Volunteer Informational Meeting at UF IFAS Extension Orange County. (10:30 a.m.)
• Vegan Street Party — Orlando at Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company. (3 p.m.)
• School Board Meeting at Orange County Public School District. (4:45 p.m.)
• Winter Park Fire-Rescue's CPR Class. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Orlando Weekly shared: "Orlando will soon welcome a new huge arcade and entertainment center. The arcade concept from Velocity Esports will be their first 'barcade' location in Florida, fit for gaming, lounging and video game competitions." (Orlando Weekly via Instagram)
• Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts shared: "Come see our youth production of 'Bring It On: The Musical' in Steinmetz Hall on June 30 and July 1. Featuring music and lyrics from Pulitzer- and Tony Award-winning composer, Lin-Manuel Miranda. Get tickets now. bit.ly/46hSO8P." (Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts via Facebook)
• Discovery Cove in Orlando is celebrating "Shark Month" with savings that will run through Dec. 31 if bought before July 9. The theme park offers a "Shark Swim Program" that allows guests to get up close to sharks and thousands of tropical fish. The theme park is also offering shark-themed beverages. (Click Orlando)

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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow morning 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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