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Orlando's popular $1 downtown ride service is getting an upgrade with larger air-conditioned vehicles and extended evening hours. The affordable transit option has already served 72,000 riders in less than two years.
A first-grade teacher in Orlando got the sweetest wedding surprise when her entire class showed up with heartfelt messages. Isabella Mosur was moved to tears by the unexpected visit from her students.
A quick-thinking server noticed something wrong when a boy's parents ordered food but said he'd eat later at home. Her brave decision to pass him a secret note led to a life-saving rescue.
A volunteer writing coach is helping kids discover their creative voices at an Orlando summer camp where students write and publish original stories in just days. Former campers are now returning as volunteers themselves.
An elementary school Teacher of the Year received heartfelt audio messages from her students on her wedding day, bringing her to tears. The surprise showed exactly why she earned her school's top honor.
A Florida restaurant server trusted her instincts when something felt wrong about a quiet boy at dinner. Her brave decision to slip him a four-word note stopped what police say could have become a homicide.
A Gift for Teaching has distributed $200 million worth of free school supplies to Central Florida classrooms since 1998. Every dollar donated provides $10 in resources for students in high-need schools.
Universal Destinations & Experiences just launched the world's first school dedicated to training the next generation of theme park and immersive experience leaders with a $10 million investment at UCF. Students will learn alongside industry pros in a new tech lab focused on robotics, VR, and AI for creating unforgettable guest experiences.
NBA star Wendell Carter Jr. brought together fans and community members at a TopGolf fundraiser to support youth programs across Orlando. The event combined sports, entertainment, and giving back in a celebration of community spirit.
French soccer legend Antoine Griezmann is bringing his championship pedigree to Orlando City SC this summer. The 2018 World Cup winner chose MLS over other global offers, signaling growing confidence in American soccer.
A retired department store buyer is using decades of merchandising expertise to help women in need find quality furniture and household items at affordable prices. Her volunteer work supports a nonprofit founded by a formerly homeless mother.
Mary Ann Stead has donated more than three decades of her life to the Arnold Palmer Invitational, from manually updating leaderboards to walking alongside golf legends. This year, she was honored as Volunteer of the Year among 1,500 helpers who combine for 56,000 hours of service.