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Oviedo Aquatic Center officially opens for the summer

The Oviedo Aquatic Center has officially opened for the summer. The city is kicking things off with a free water safety event featuring local vendors, swim lessons, information on joining the swim team and more.

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Ocoee man rescues alligator found under his truck

An Ocoee man was shocked when he went to get into his truck and found an alligator underneath. The man as able to safely wrangle the gator using a broom before then grabbing him, taping his mouth shut and calling police for help. The gator was then released back into a nearby lake.

Suspect in deadly hit-and-run crash expected in court

A deadly hit-and-run crash shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 in Palm Bay on Friday morning. Officials said two surveyors were killed in the crash. Troopers have now located and arrested the semi-truck driver who they said fled the scene of the crash. Hassan Abdirahman Sheikh Ali, 36, is facing two counts of hit-and-run involving death. He is expected in court this morning.

Fires break out across Florida amid ongoing drought conditions

Crews across Florida and Central Florida are working to contain ongoing brush fires. A mandatory evacuation order was issued for residents in the Silver Springs area of Marion County on Friday due to a 150-acre active wildfire. Meanwhile, a 116-acre brush fire is burning in Osceola County in the Holopaw area. Three fires are also burning in Volusia County.

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Unveiling of the repainted Van Gough House in Mount Dora

The unveiling of the repainted Van Gough House in Mount Dora is taking place today. The landmark was painted with a mural inspired by the homeowner’s autistic son’s favorite painting, Van Gogh’s “Starry Night.” The art piece serves as a beautiful way to guide the boy home in case he wanders off.

Holly Bluff Marina house boat rentals

Holly Bluff Marina in DeLand is known to be the largest and best marina in Central Florida for house boat rentals. And now, it’s under brand new management. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the marina to check out the rental offerings, as well as to enjoy some sightseeing in the area.

Behind-the-scenes look at 'The Lion King' in Orlando

FOX 535's Morgan Parrish heads over to the Dr. Phillips Center to get a behind-the-scenes look at "The Lion King." Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, The Lion King brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tickets are available for teh show at multiple times through May 18.

Theme park meltdowns and how to avoid them

With the opening of EPIC Universe in the next few weeks and the end of school coming, Dr. Erynne Bowers joins FOX 35 to share tips for parents on how to try and avoid the “theme park meltdown.” Bowers discusses both the physical and mental mental aspects of how to help kids get though the day as theme park season ramps up.

Evermore Orlando Resort adding sand sculptures

Evermore Orlando Resort, the city's first and only beach resort, has appointed Brian Wigelsworth as its new Master Sand Sculpture Artist. In this role, he will create intricate sand sculptures across the resort’s 20 acres of white-sand beaches and offer sand sculpting classes to guests.