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Orlando, Florida

Population: 185,951

Situated in Florida's warm, mild climate, Orlando is one of the world's top tourist destinations brimming with family-friendly entertainment, activities and attractions. Places like Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and Sea World are the primary draws for the nearly 50 million annual visitors to the city, but numerous cultural opportunities in town appeal to locals as well as travelers. Sports life centers around the NBA's Orlando Magic, who play in Amway Arena near the small but popular urban park centered on Lake Eola. Orlando's beautiful scenery combined with its consistently pleasant weather has also popularized outdoor activities in the area including hang gliding, kayaking and mountain biking.
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Court hearing set Monday for man held in kidnap of Springfield Township pair's son

Toledo Blade - Sat Dec 19

ORLANDO, Fla. - A Florida man arrested in the kidnapping and presumed murder of a former Toledo-area man will remain in custody without bond until a rescheduled appearance in court Monday Stobert L. Holt, Jr., 42, of Melbourne, Fla., was charged with murder, kidnapping, extortion, and intent to inflict bodily harm.

Orlando Deputy Sheriff Loses Battle With Cancer

WESH-TV - Sat Dec 19

An Orange County deputy sheriff will be laid to rest next week after a battle with cancer.

In comparing airports, time is money

Panama City News Herald - Sat Dec 19

Everyone was atwitter last week about the Southwest Airlines announcement about its flights to the new Bay County airport.

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