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Orlando Science Center monument to honor Tuskegee Airmen Red Tail pilots
More than 65 years after flying fighter planes over Europe, the Red Tail pilots of the Tuskegee Airmen will have a monument designed to honor their World War II exploits while inspiring kids to seek careers in aviation. "It's like a dream come true,"...
Tags: Museums, Science and Technology, Human Interest, Fort Lauderdale, Titusville
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Our take: Lydia Gardner
Lydia Gardner Orange County's four-term clerk of courts was a born leader and public servant who won over this community with good humor and a thousand-watt smile. But as we pointed out when we endorsed Lydia Gardner for re-election in 2008, there was...
Tags: Politics, Civil and Public Service, Orange County (Florida), Government, Winter Park
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$5 admission at Orlando Science Center on May 5
OrlandoSentinel.comWalmart Day at OSC with discounted admission this Sunday$5 gets you in this Sunday at the Orlando Science Center.... -
This week: Clifford the Big Red Dog plus Star Wars at Legoland and Disney's Hollywood Studios
There's an eclectic mix of entertainment options this week at Orlando's theme parks and attractions. + The traveling exhibit "Adventures With Clifford the Big Red Dog" opens Saturday at Orlando Science Center. The displays teach Clifford's Big Ideas,...
Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Orange County Regional History Center, LEGO Group, SeaWorld, Amusement and Theme Parks
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United Arts fundraising beats goal
United Arts of Central Florida's annual public-fundraising campaign had its strongest result in five years, officials said, beating its 2013 goal by almost $390,000. Individuals donated $1.96 million to the three-month fund drive that supports more than...
Tags: Darden Concepts, Inc., Politics, Orlando Museum of Art, Culture, Orlando Restaurants
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Orlando Science Center: Tuskegee Airmen monument groundbreaking Tuesday
The Orlando Science Center is planning a monument-groundbreaking event that will honor Red Tail pilots of the Tuskegee Airmen at 2 p.m. Tuesday. Three Red Tail pilots from World War II are scheduled to be in attendance. Leo Gray, George Hardy and Hiram...
Tags: Science and Technology, Buddy Dyer, Robert Stuart, Science, Tuskegee Airmen
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Preview the Orlando Fringe Festival at art museum's steampunk event
Artists participating in this year's Orlando Fringe Festival will give a sneak peek of what's in store this Thursday at the Orlando Museum of Art. It's the museum's monthly 1st Thursday social event, and it should be a stylish time — the theme...
Tags: Museums, Orlando Museum of Art, Culture, Ceremonies, Arts and Culture
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Orlando Science Center: $5 admission this Sunday
Admission to the Orlando Science Center will be five bucks this Sunday. The museum's periodic Walmart $5 Day will include Greenovations -- seminars, speakers, films and other activities that concentrate on renewable energy and enviromental issues. ...
Tags: Science and Technology, Science
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Science center uncorks chemistry of wine
Florida sweet corn is in season. Let's celebrate with Charred Corn Tacos With Radish Zucchini Slaw. You'll find the recipe at OrlandoSentinel.com/thedish. In the meantime, let's dish: A vintage idea. The Science of Wine is an innovative approach to wine...
Tags: Science and Technology, New Smyrna Beach, Farms, Winter Garden, Orange County (Florida)
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Steve Berry tells of thrill of being history-mysteries author
If only you had a history teacher like Steve Berry. The history texts of this New York Times best-selling author aren't just filled with dates and faceless names — they're packed with danger and intrigue. Thriller fans have followed Berry's main...
Tags: Human Interest, Smithsonian Institution, The New York Times, Authors, Arts and Culture
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Five science whiz kids compete for top prize this weekend
Five Central Florida students who've already won top awards at county and state science fairs will compete this weekend in the Dr. Nelson Ying Science Competition. The five competing for the "Ying Prize" will explain their research to a panel of judges ...Tags: Science and Technology, Satellite Beach, Polk County, Agricultural Research and Technology, Agriculture
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Young donors outpace older givers with their charity
Once largely ignored by charities, the under-44 crowd is now out-pacing its elders in their personal giving habits, a trend fueled by social media and volunteerism. "For a long time, an awful lot of nonprofits never talked to people under 44," said Mark...
Tags: Social Issues, Human Interest, Philosophy, American Cancer Society, Religion and Belief
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