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Uber vouchers secured for Jones graduation amid complaints of distance to venue
Read full article: Uber vouchers secured for Jones graduation amid complaints of distance to venueStudent families hopeful to attend Jones High Schoolโs upcoming graduation ceremony โ yet unpleased with what they call a distant choice for a venue โ can look forward to some help in the form of an Uber voucher, according to Orlando District 5 City Commissioner Shan Rose.
TIME IS MONEY: Dynamic tolling begins on I-4 through Central Florida
Read full article: TIME IS MONEY: Dynamic tolling begins on I-4 through Central FloridaDrivers using the I-4 Express lanes will soon see fluctuating toll rates as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) implements a dynamic tolling system starting Monday.
Would you pay more to avoid I-4 traffic jams? Hereโs the timeline for โdynamicโ tolls
Read full article: Would you pay more to avoid I-4 traffic jams? Hereโs the timeline for โdynamicโ tollsThe change could mean higher toll rates during busier times on the interstate when drivers typically see traffic delays.
Orlando City Council approves expansion of homeless shelter
Read full article: Orlando City Council approves expansion of homeless shelterIn a significant move to address homelessness in the region, the Orlando City Council has approved plans for the expansion of the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida shelter. This expansion will include a new 9,000-square-foot facility dedicated to providing more resources for unhoused women and children.
Orlando City Council approves nearly $125K for Parramore Wi-Fi hotspots
Read full article: Orlando City Council approves nearly $125K for Parramore Wi-Fi hotspotsThe Orlando City Council has approved nearly $125,000 in funding through the โAccelerate Orlandoโ initiative to create Wi-Fi hotspots throughout the Parramore community.
Interim Orlando city commissioner begins work in 32801 ZIP code
Read full article: Interim Orlando city commissioner begins work in 32801 ZIP codeLess than two weeks after taking the oath of office, interim Orlando City Commissioner Shan Rose has begun work representing District 5, which includes part of the 32801 ZIP code.
Eatonville in second place to be home of the proposed Florida Museum of Black History
Read full article: Eatonville in second place to be home of the proposed Florida Museum of Black HistoryThe Town of Eatonville is the oldest Black community in the United States, and officials hope that will play a large role in their decision to pick a location for the Florida Museum of Black History.