The End of an Era: "The Voice of the Orlando Magic" Play-by Play announces retirement
Big changes are brewing at the Kia Center. As the Orlando Magic reset after a rollercoaster season, they’re also preparing to say goodbye to a legend. David Steele, the iconic "Voice of the Orlando Magic", is retiring. A staple of the franchise since 1989, Steele is hanging up the headset after 32 unforgettable seasons. He stopped by Good Day Orlando to look back on his legendary ride with the team.
Big changes are brewing at the Kia Center. As the Orlando Magic reset after a rollercoaster season, they’re also preparing to say goodbye to a legend. David Steele, the iconic "Voice of the Orlando Magic", is retiring. A staple of the franchise since 1989, Steele is hanging up the headset after 32 unforgettable seasons. He stopped by Good Day Orlando to look back on his legendary ride with the team.
Money Monday: Pell Grants for job training programs
People looking to learn skills for a new career can use federal dollars for short-term workforce training programs. Joe Bert, founder of Certified Financial Group, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about Workforce Pell Grants.
People looking to learn skills for a new career can use federal dollars for short-term workforce training programs. Joe Bert, founder of Certified Financial Group, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about Workforce Pell Grants.
Importance of the Strait of Hormuz
As the Iran War continues, tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz. Retired Navy Commander Ray Simmons joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how vital the port is the world economy.
As the Iran War continues, tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz. Retired Navy Commander Ray Simmons joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how vital the port is the world economy.
Adopt-A-Pet: Meet Ara
Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Meet Ara, a 5-year-old terrier mix, who is great with people and other dogs. She's available for adoption at Seminole County Animal Services. This segment is sponsored by Stanley Steemer, which is covering the cost of the pet adoption fee.
Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Meet Ara, a 5-year-old terrier mix, who is great with people and other dogs. She's available for adoption at Seminole County Animal Services. This segment is sponsored by Stanley Steemer, which is covering the cost of the pet adoption fee.
New shop for bargain hunters opens in Brevard County
FOX 35's David Martin visits Bintastic Deals in Merritt Island, Florida, a new shop that officers top-shelf bargains on new or returned items from major retailers, like Target, Lowe's Home Depot, Amazon, among others.
FOX 35's David Martin visits Bintastic Deals in Merritt Island, Florida, a new shop that officers top-shelf bargains on new or returned items from major retailers, like Target, Lowe's Home Depot, Amazon, among others.
Cats, dogs adoptable for $2.50 at Lake County Animal Shelter
The Lake County Animal Shelter is dropping adoption fees to just $2.50 all month long to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The adoption fee covers spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, and microchipping.
The Lake County Animal Shelter is dropping adoption fees to just $2.50 all month long to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The adoption fee covers spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, and microchipping.
Tech. support scams: Signs to watch for
Holly Salmons, presidents and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, stopped by FOX 35 Orlando to talk about the biggest tech. support scams, how they work, who they target, and how to protect yourself from them.
Holly Salmons, presidents and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, stopped by FOX 35 Orlando to talk about the biggest tech. support scams, how they work, who they target, and how to protect yourself from them.
Winter Park's Tuni gets a temporary home at former Miller's Hardware
Tuni is moving into the old Miller’s Hardware store, which closed after 80 years in business. Inside the space it is a mix of high style meets hardware. It’s the new arrangement in the midst of change. “It’s not going to be perfect, but it’s going to be different from this and it will work,” Tuni owner Paige Blackwelder said.
Tuni is moving into the old Miller’s Hardware store, which closed after 80 years in business. Inside the space it is a mix of high style meets hardware. It’s the new arrangement in the midst of change. “It’s not going to be perfect, but it’s going to be different from this and it will work,” Tuni owner Paige Blackwelder said.
Over 200 dogs up for adoption at Orange County shelter
Orange County Animal Services has over 200 dogs in its shelter looking for a new home. The shelter took to social media to report that every kennel is occupied and everyday more and more animals are seeking care and a new home.
Orange County Animal Services has over 200 dogs in its shelter looking for a new home. The shelter took to social media to report that every kennel is occupied and everyday more and more animals are seeking care and a new home.
Blue Spring State Park requires reservation for entry
Thinking of an outdoor adventure. While Blue Spring State Park offers canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and hiking for the perfect outdoor summer adventure, the park will now only allow visitors who have an online reservation. Reservations can be made up to 60 days on advance on the Florida State Parks website.
Thinking of an outdoor adventure. While Blue Spring State Park offers canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and hiking for the perfect outdoor summer adventure, the park will now only allow visitors who have an online reservation. Reservations can be made up to 60 days on advance on the Florida State Parks website.
'Swing Foreward': Hosting 2nd annual free youth golf camp
Swing Foreward is hosting is second annual free youth golf camp on July 14 and 15 in partnership with Royal St. Cloud Golf Links. The camps, held in St. Cloud, offer an exciting and unique opportunity.
Swing Foreward is hosting is second annual free youth golf camp on July 14 and 15 in partnership with Royal St. Cloud Golf Links. The camps, held in St. Cloud, offer an exciting and unique opportunity.
Sea World Orlando’s Red, White & BBQ: Celebrating America 250 with culinary favorites
Good Day Orlando stopped by Sea World Orlando’s Red, White & BBQ as it celebrates America's 250th with a coast-to-coast culinary journey. Lasting until Aug. 23, guests can indulge in delicious festival favorites of American classics.
Good Day Orlando stopped by Sea World Orlando’s Red, White & BBQ as it celebrates America's 250th with a coast-to-coast culinary journey. Lasting until Aug. 23, guests can indulge in delicious festival favorites of American classics.
More Americans are Hitting the Skating Rink
Folks are getting up, lacing up their skates, and hitting the rink! Roller skating is officially having its moment. It’s a full-on resurgence, with people nationwide picking up the hobby for the first time, and others simply rolling right back into it. Good Day Orlando visited Astro Skate Center Orlando for a look at all the fun.
Folks are getting up, lacing up their skates, and hitting the rink! Roller skating is officially having its moment. It’s a full-on resurgence, with people nationwide picking up the hobby for the first time, and others simply rolling right back into it. Good Day Orlando visited Astro Skate Center Orlando for a look at all the fun.
Viral Food Trend: WAVE Sushi in Maitland debuts $15 'sushi push pops'
WAVE Sushi in Maitland is jumping on the viral trend of a sushi push pop with its own unique spin. At $15 per push pop, visitors can choose from seven different push pops, in addition to sushi nachos, fries and tots, they've invested a new fun way to eat a beloved culinary staple.
WAVE Sushi in Maitland is jumping on the viral trend of a sushi push pop with its own unique spin. At $15 per push pop, visitors can choose from seven different push pops, in addition to sushi nachos, fries and tots, they've invested a new fun way to eat a beloved culinary staple.
Money Monday: Are you overpaying for your mortgage?
Many U.S. home buyers and owners are paying more because they are not shopping around for the best mortgage, according to new research. Alex Gailey, a principal data reporter with Bankrate, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the findings.
Many U.S. home buyers and owners are paying more because they are not shopping around for the best mortgage, according to new research. Alex Gailey, a principal data reporter with Bankrate, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the findings.
Puerto Rican restaurant finds success in Central Florida
A restaurant in Orlando brings a taste Puerto Rico to Central Florida. El Cilantrillo, which started with one location, has grown in a family business with several locations across the area.
A restaurant in Orlando brings a taste Puerto Rico to Central Florida. El Cilantrillo, which started with one location, has grown in a family business with several locations across the area.
Dog Days of Summer art exhibit in Winter Garden
Winter Garden is unleashing a new dog-themed art exhibit. Dog Days of Summer is on display in City Hall and features work by local artists.
Winter Garden is unleashing a new dog-themed art exhibit. Dog Days of Summer is on display in City Hall and features work by local artists.
Adopt-A-Pet: Meet Sadie
Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Meet Russell, who is up for adoption at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando on South John Young Parkway. Segment sponsored by Stanley Steemer, which is covering the cost of the pet adoption fee.
Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Meet Russell, who is up for adoption at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando on South John Young Parkway. Segment sponsored by Stanley Steemer, which is covering the cost of the pet adoption fee.
Summer Block Party Beach Bash in New Smyrna Beach
FOX 35's Good Day Orlando hit the road and traveled to New Smyrna Beach to showcase all of the summer fun -- all within a 60 minute road trip from Orlando.
FOX 35's Good Day Orlando hit the road and traveled to New Smyrna Beach to showcase all of the summer fun -- all within a 60 minute road trip from Orlando.
Sheriff responds to speeding Florida deputy crash into pond | FULL
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood spoke with FOX 35 about recent events including the office's deputies in the span of a week. An intoxicated sergeant was arrested after he allegedly tried to kiss a woman and punch her husband in a bar. A deputy caused over $70,000 in damage after crashing his vehicle into a pond while speeding. On a positive note, several sheriff's deputies conducted a save on the beach.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood spoke with FOX 35 about recent events including the office's deputies in the span of a week. An intoxicated sergeant was arrested after he allegedly tried to kiss a woman and punch her husband in a bar. A deputy caused over $70,000 in damage after crashing his vehicle into a pond while speeding. On a positive note, several sheriff's deputies conducted a save on the beach.