Good morning, Central Florida. Here’s what you need to know today.
Your Weather Planner
Plenty of sun is in store for Tuesday as highs push into the low to mid-80s, running near or just above the average high of 83 degrees. High pressure will continue to supply Central Florida with overall dry conditions and light onshore winds, a pattern that will stick around through the rest of the week.
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Highs: Low to Mid-80s
Lows: Low to Mid-60s
Rain Coverage: 0%
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Around Central Florida
1. Seminole County successfully acquires 114 out of 119 easements for Midway drainage project
With hurricane season on the horizon some residents in Seminole County are feeling hopeful as efforts to improve drainage in areas like Midway move forward.
2. Orange County Affordable Housing Trust Fund is tackling tough issues
A critical shortage of affordable housing is a top concern for the quality of life in Central Florida is stretching family budgets to their limits.
3. Voters prepare for Tuesday’s Apopka Mayoral Runoff race
Tuesday is Election Day in some communities in our area. The big race is the runoff election for Apopka mayor.
4. Seminole County asks cities to use gas tax money for CFX 417 Sanford Airport Connector Project
A road project aimed at reducing congestion in Seminole County has faced a backlash from community members, but there is also a significant funding shortfall. The 417 Sanford Airport Connector Project is estimated to cost about $200 million. Central Florida Expressway Authority needs help from other partners to make it happen.
Around the Nation
1. Rep. Eric Swalwell of California says he will resign from Congress after sexual assault allegations
2. Gas prices expected to rise again this week, analyst says
3. Trump says U.S. military has blockaded Iranian ports to pressure Tehran
4. Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas says he will retire after admitting to affair with staffer
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Orange County becomes latest in Central Florida to lift burn ban
Quote of the Day
Last November gave Tina Postel one of the biggest challenges her network of food pantries at Nourish Up in Charlotte had ever seen.
“I hope to never see the likes of a November ever again,” she told Spectrum News 1.