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Author Archives: OrlandoCommunityNews
Jesus, the Light of the World
My Christmas Eve tradition over many years was thwarted somewhat by a mean old virus. I would rush from work, most times still in work clothes, and head down Interstate 4 to get to the Candlelight Service at First Baptist … Continue reading
Posted in Faith and Family
Tagged Christ, Christmas Greeting, Hope, Joy, Love, Orlando Community News, Peace, Trish Martin
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Our Men On Purpose: Rev. Sid Crudup II, Doctor of Educational Leadership
Defending his dissertation, earning a doctorate degree, has been the grandest achievement in Sid Crudup II’s life. “It definitely was a journey,” he said in a recent interview. “Not bad for a kid from Jersey [Perth Amboy]. Dr. Crudup, long-time … Continue reading
Posted in Community news that can help, Entertainment, Faith and Family, Youth
Tagged Doctor of Educational Leadership, Dr. Sid Crudup, God, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church of Eatonville, Men On Purpose, Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, Orlando Community News, Program Assistant, Reading and Math Tutor, Sandra Crudup, Sid Crudup, St. John Baptist Church, Trish Martin
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Our Men, On Purpose
Great news! Orlando Community News this week continues its occasional spotlight called “Our Men, On Purpose.” It’s a tribute to Central Florida men minding their businesses and reaching back to improve their communities. The goal is to inspire our younger brothers … Continue reading
Posted in Community news that can help, Faith and Family, Youth
Tagged Central Florida, Dr. Sid Crudup, Orlando Community News, Our Men On Purpose, Tribute to Men, Trish Martin
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November 3, 2020 – Historic Presidential Election Day
With a deadly virus still affecting the country, voters have been encouraged to make a plan to vote and vote early – to be safe and educated on the issues. Before today’s Presidential Election Day began, more than 100 million … Continue reading
Posted in Community news that can help, Election Connection
Tagged 2020 Presidential Election, Donald J. Trump, Florida General Election, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Mike Pence, November 3, Orlando Community News, Trish Martin
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Opinion: Your Vote = Your Voice
October 25, 2020 — Hey Central FLORIDA! Early Voting sites are open TODAY! Hours in Orange County: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and in Seminole County: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. So after church (albeit online), go vote early. This … Continue reading
Posted in Community news that can help, Election Connection
Tagged 2020 Presidential Election, Amway Center, Central Florida, Early Voting 2020, Early Voting Locations, Nov. 3, Opinion, Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office, Seminole County Supervisor of Elections, YourVoteisYourVoice
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Voters Gear UP for Early Voting
There has been a lot of talk about our “new normal” with the spread of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic and voting in one of the most crucial and historic United States Presidential Election in years, couldn’t escape the conversation. People are … Continue reading
Posted in Election Connection
Tagged 2020 Presidential Election, Coronavirus, COVID-19, Early Voting 2020, orange county, Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office, Orlando Community News, Seminole County, Seminole County Supervisor of Elections, Trish Matin
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Voter Registration Underway, Deadline Monday, Oct. 5
Florida residents, new to the state or new to the county in which they live or those who have never voted, have until next Monday, Oct. 5, to register in order to vote in the Presidential Election in November. We’re … Continue reading
Posted in Community news that can help, Election Connection
Tagged Donald J. Trump, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Mike Pence, October 5, Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office, Orlando Community News, Registration Deadline, Trish Martin
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Food Distribution Today in Pine Hills
The “Labor of Love” continues today, August 27, in Pine Hills. New time and location: From 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at 98.5 FM Radio (The Wire), 6003 Silver Star Road, Suite 1, Orlando, FL 32808. It’s another drive through … Continue reading
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Tagged August 27, Bailey's Pharmacy, Dr. Trisha Bailey, Food Distribution, Orlando Community News, Pine Hills 98.5 FM Radio, Sandra Fatmi-Hall, Trish Martin, United Foundation of Central Florida
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Recommendations for Key Races In Central Florida: August 18 Primary Election
For only the third time in this publication’s history, I am sharing my recommendations for some key races for the Tuesday, August 18, Primary Election. Surprise! I am including Seminole County! Let me say this, either way, Central Florida (the … Continue reading
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Tagged Orange County Elections, Primary Elections, Trish Martin
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