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Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Man charged with attempted murder following downtown Orlando stabbing (wftv.com) — A stabbing late Friday night at Orange Avenue and Central Boulevard left one person in critical condition and led to the arrest of an Orlando man on attempted murder and weapons charges. Police say public safety cameras and witness interviews helped identify the suspect, and they're withholding further details while the downtown Orlando investigation continues.
2. United Empire member qualifies for Clockwork Carnage at AEW Wrestledream (f4wonline.com) — A major All Elite Wrestling pay-per-view is coming to Addition Financial Arena in Orlando on October 17, with Mike Bailey newly qualified for the high-stakes Clockwork Carnage world title match. Local fans can also see championship bouts featuring stars like Mercedes Moné, The Young Bucks, Jon Moxley, and more, making it one of the biggest wrestling cards Orlando will host this year.
3. Central Florida utilities deploy crews to Florida Panhandle, Alabama to restore power after Hurricane Isaias (clickorlando.com) — Crews from Orlando Utilities Commission have headed out from Central Florida to help restore power in Robertsdale, Alabama after Hurricane Isaias, joining Kissimmee Utility Authority teams assisting in the Florida Panhandle. While the work is happening out of state, it reflects how Orlando's public utility participates in mutual-aid storm recovery efforts that could also benefit local residents when future hurricanes strike here.
4. Michael Jackson's Thriller Rumoured for Universal Halloween Horror Nights 2027 (mjvibe.com) — Rumors are swirling that Universal Orlando's 2027 Halloween Horror Nights could feature a haunted house inspired by Michael Jackson's "Thriller," though the resort has confirmed nothing yet. Online fan sites cite an unverified insider post suggesting "Thriller" among several possible properties, but Orlando residents should treat it as speculation until Universal officially announces its lineup.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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