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Virgin Trains USA Breaks Ground on Central Florida Expansion
Virgin Trains USA, formerly Brightline, broke ground on Monday, June 24, 2019, for the nation’s largest privately funded infrastructure project to expand its passenger rail service to Orlando – connecting the region to South Florida.
The event, held at the new South Terminal at Orlando International Airport, is part of the company’s Phase 2 expansion into Central Florida. The terminal will also serve as a transportation hub, with Virgin Trains developing 170 miles of new track into the completed state-of-the-art intermodal facility. Expansion between Orlando and South Florida represents a total private investment of $4 billion.
Historical Marker Has Been Placed Honoring Lynching Victim July Perry
At 10:30 a.m. on June 21, 2019, a historical marker in remembrance of one of the darkest days in Orange County was placed during...
Keeping Seniors Fit: Orange County Community Action Division Offers Mobility and Flexibility Classes at Local Community Centers
Orange County has partnered with Firebush, Inc. and the YMCA to offer fitness classes at several local community centers in an effort...
Local Government in Action: Orange County Traffic Engineering Division Works with Residents to Improve Road Safety
When tragedy struck in January 2018 at the intersection of Pershing Ave. and Redditt Road in Orlando, it was a reminder of the importance...
Community & Services
Historical Marker Has Been Placed Honoring Lynching Victim July Perry
At 10:30 a.m. on June 21, 2019, a historical marker in remembrance of one of the darkest days in Orange County was placed during a ceremony in Heritage Square outside of the Orange County...
Keeping Seniors Fit: Orange County Community Action Division Offers Mobility and Flexibility Classes at Local Community Centers
Orange County has partnered with Firebush, Inc. and the YMCA to offer fitness classes at several local community centers in an effort to provide an additional and much-needed resource for seniors. The...
Local Government in Action: Orange County Traffic Engineering Division Works with Residents to Improve Road Safety
When tragedy struck in January 2018 at the intersection of Pershing Ave. and Redditt Road in Orlando, it was a reminder of the importance of traffic and pedestrian safety, but the subsequent action taken by Orange County Government is also a reminder of how local governments can listen to residents in order to make...
Public Health & Safety
Emergency Managers Gather in Orange County for the 2019 National Radiological Emergency Preparedness Conference
Nationwide emergency management professionals gathered for the 2019 National Radiological Emergency Preparedness Conference at the Rosen Plaza Hotel on International Drive. The four-day conference, held from April 1 to 4, provides a forum and...
Orange County Fire Rescue Department Firefighter Named 2018 Florida Firefighter of the Year
The Florida State Firefighters Association (FSFA) presented Orange County Fire Rescue Department’s (OCFRD) Firefighter Jason Wheat with the annual Firefighter of the Year Award. Wheat was selected to receive the award as a result of numerous peer nominations on behalf of his continued dedication and service. His commitment is credited with positively impacting the...
Good Samaritans Honored by Orange County for Saving a Local Sergeant’s Life
Four local good Samaritans were recognized today for saving the life of Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy Sgt. Jamie Hoffman from a fiery crash last year on State Road 408.
On the morning of July 1, 2018, Sgt. Hoffman’s patrol car crashed on the 408 between Pine Hills Road and Old Winter Garden Road. His cruiser...
Business
Virgin Trains USA Breaks Ground on Central Florida Expansion
Virgin Trains USA, formerly Brightline, broke ground on Monday, June 24, 2019, for the nation’s largest privately funded infrastructure project to expand its...
Redevelopment Site in Pine Hills to Serve as Affordable Low-Income Senior Housing
Affordable housing is a huge concern for local seniors – many of whom are on a fixed income. To meet that need, Emerald Villas...
Hispanic Business Conference Welcomes Hundreds of Business Leaders to Orange County
The Hispanic Business Conference is hosted by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando (HCCMO) and focuses on enhancing economic...
