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Hello Orlando! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Carrot Top faces serious misconduct claims tied to his Winter Park home
  • How Magnolia's new two-way traffic could change your downtown routine
  • What OCPS parents should know about looming teacher cuts by Oct. 2

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Is there anybody completely useless? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 89 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 88, low: 72.
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 85 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Comedian Carrot Top Faces Sexual Misconduct Allegations In FL, Court Records Show (patch.com) — Orlando-area readers may be alarmed to learn that comedian Carrot Top, a Florida native, is facing detailed sexual misconduct allegations tied to encounters at his Winter Park home, according to recent court filings. The accusations, part of a broader Florida lawsuit involving a former opening act, surfaced shortly before his reported suicide attempt and hospitalization in Las Vegas, and include claims of providing alcohol to a 19-year-old and non-consensual sexual conduct.
   

2. Magnolia Avenue goes 2-way after nearly 70 years (mynews13.com) — Drivers and pedestrians in downtown Orlando now face a major change as Magnolia Avenue has been converted from one-way to two-way traffic, adding more parking and wider sidewalks. The project is part of a multi-year Downtown Orlando Action Plan that also includes a pedestrian-friendly Church Street, aiming to boost access to local businesses and arts venues.
   

3. 98 Orange County Public Schools educators remain unassigned after enrollment drop, budget changes (clickorlando.com) — Families in Orlando's Orange County Public Schools are facing uncertainty as 98 educators remain unassigned after an enrollment drop, with only about 20 open positions and an Oct. 2 deadline before layoffs. Students at University High and Odyssey Middle are already feeling the impact, prompting petitions, schedule changes, and questions about whether budget cuts fully explain the staffing shake-up.
   

4. Orlando Girls Rock Camp throws all-ages matinee show at Will's (orlandoweekly.com) — Orlando Girls Rock Camp is hosting an all-ages matinee show this Saturday at Will's Pub on North Mills Avenue, spotlighting young and local musicians. With seven bands drawn from camp alumni and the wider Central Florida scene, organizers aim to provide a safe, empowering space for girls, trans, and nonbinary youth to perform and build confidence.
   

5. Learn the ways of the ones and twos at Orlando's DJ Summit (orlandoweekly.com) — Aspiring Orlando DJs can dive into workshops, panels, and networking at the Orlando DJ Summit this Saturday at the Pargh Event Center on South Apopka Vineland Road. The full-day program ends with an after-party featuring Kid Capri and other notable DJs, offering locals hands-on tips, live showcases, and a chance to sharpen their skills.
   

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    I'm looking to help out a few individuals or families in our community who may be going through a difficult time and could use some extra necessities… (Nextdoor Valencia East/ Econ Trail)
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Ok Orlando! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: No because they can always be used as a bad example! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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