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    Apr 24, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  1. Florida Legislature OKs $50M for cross-Florida trail

    According to <a href=&quot;http://www.clickorlando.com/news/Fla-lawmakers-agree-to-50-million-for-trail/-/1637132/19832042/-/ew7sylz/-/index.html" target="_blank">news reports</a>, Florida legislators have agreed to allocate $50 million to buy right of way to connect scattered trails to create a 275-mile trail network that would span the state from St. Petersburg to Titusville. The $50 million still could be vetoed by Gov. Rick Scott, but I suspect the prospect of job creation might overcome any qualms. According to the <a href="http://community.railstotrails.org/blogs/trailblog/archive/2013/04/22/florida-s-50-million-a-savvy-investment-in-the-state.aspx" target="_blank">Rails-to-Trails Conservancy</a>, Americans spend $81 billion a year on bicycling gear and trips versus $51 billion for airplane tickets and fees. Any lawmakers who have cycled the <a href="http://apps.ocfl.net/images/maps/WOT_TrailMap.pdf" target="_blank">West Orange Trail </a>could only be impressed by the revival of Winter Garden's historic downtown, which now thrives with restaurants, a coffee shop, bike rentals, a farmers' market and more. The former <a href="http://www.taplines.net/March/obstory1.htm" target="_blank">Orange Belt Railway</a> from Sanford to St. Petersburg would likely be a main right of way for much of the trail system. It already is incorporated into the <a href="http://www.lakecountyfl.gov/pdfs/economic_development_tourism/SouthLakeTrail_Map_EDT_web.pdf" target="_blank">South Lake Trail</a>, <a href="http://www.seminolecountyfl.gov/parksrec/trails_streetscapes/trails_semwekiva.aspx" target="_blank">Seminole Wekiva Trail</a>, <a href="http://apps.ocfl.net/images/maps/WOT_TrailMap.pdf" target="_blank">West Orange Trail</a> and <a href="http://www.pinellascounty.org/trailgd/" target="_blank">Pinellas Trail</a>. A new segment would likely connect the Maitland end of the Seminole Wekiva Trail to the Ocoee part of the West Orange Trail -- the little-used tracks are still there. Another long segment would likely connect the Clermont end of the South Lake Trail to the Tarpon Springs end of the Pinellas Trail. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/palmateer/6175572394/in/set-72157629462181406/" target="_blank">Again, the rail right of way is still evident along much of the route</a>. It runs west through Groveland, Mascotte, Bay Lake and Stuckey, intersects the <a href="http://www.floridastateparks.org/vanfleet/" target="_blank">Van Fleet Trail </a>and <a href="http://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/guide/regions/crossflorida/trails/with_state.htm" target="_blank">Withlacoochee State Trail</a>, then goes through tiny Trilby, San Antonio and Odessa and intersects&nbsp; the <a href="http://www.pascocountyfl.net/index.aspx?NID=673" target="_blank">Suncoast Trail</a> before reaching Tarpon Springs.
    Orlando Sentinel
    According to news reports, Florida legislators have agreed to allocate $50 million to buy right of way to connect scattered trails to create a 275-mile trail network that would span the state from St. Petersburg to Titusville. The $50 million still...

    Tags: St. Petersburg (Pinellas, Florida), Maitland, Bay Lake, Titusville, Saint Petersberg (Russia)

    2. Apr 26, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  2. Freebie Friday: Free events in Orlando

    Free events and things to do in Orlando and surrounding areas this week. See what you can find that won't cost you a dime!   EVENTS LEESBURG BIKEFEST: today-Sunday; Downtown Leesburg, Main Street, Leesburg; free; 352-365-0053. EARTH FEST: with...

    Tags: International Speedway Corp., Leesburg, Melbourne, Museums, Interstate 4

    3. Apr 24, 2013 |Column| Orlando Sentinel

  3. Local bake sale helps hunger-relief efforts

    Central Florida food bloggers are participating in the National Food Bloggers Bake Sale for Share Our Strength
    The Osceola County Grown Farm to Picnic will be a chef-inspired celebration of seasonal dishes from 3-6 p.m. on May 4 at the Diamond P Ranch, 5700 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in St. Cloud. The event will feature a local growers market and hayrides....

    Tags: Social Media, Hamburgers, Human Interest, Foods and Beverages, St. Cloud

    4. Apr 23, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  4. Jacobs makes it official, files for Orange mayor re-election

    Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs files papers Tuesday to run for another four-year term in 2014.
    Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs filed paperwork Tuesday to run for another four-year term in 2014, records show. The move comes as little surprise. She has been discussing her re-election plans openly. The move allows Jacobs to start raising...

    Tags: Teresa Jacobs, Elections, U.S. Congress, Bill Segal, Politics

    5. Apr 22, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  5. Webster measure seeks 'honest' budget, no gimmicks

    WASHINGTON -- Looks like breakfast isn't just for bagels anymore. U.S. Rep. Dan Webster, R-Winter Garden, and a bipartisan group of lawmakers who meet frequently for breakfast, unveiled legislation today aimed at bringing transparency -- and a little...

    Tags: Budgets and Budgeting, U.S. Congress

    6. Apr 19, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  6. Orlando Sentinel reading campaign picks 'The Fast and the Furriest'

    A couch-potato kid and his rambunctious dog are at the center of the book selected for the Orlando Sentinel's 2013 One Book One Community reading campaign.
    A couch-potato kid and his rambunctious dog are at the center of the book selected for the Orlando Sentinel's 2013 One Book One Community reading campaign. Central Florida children — and the adults in their lives — are encouraged to share...

    Tags: Orange Blossom Trail, North Orange, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Arts and Culture, Orlando

    7. Apr 19, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  7. Freebie Friday: Free stuff to do around Orlando

    If you're looking for something to do this weekend that won't cost you anything, check out our list of absolutely free events. Here's our list:   EVENTS CENTRAL FLORIDA LANDSCAPE AND GARDEN FAIR: Saturday-Sunday; Discovery Gardens,1951 Woodlea Road,...

    Tags: Melbourne, Museums, International Military Interventions, Education, Entertainment

    8. Apr 11, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  8. Gun control group goes after Rubio with new ad

    Central Florida Political Pulse - Orlando Sentinel
    WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio — and his presidential ambitions — are the targets of a new attack ad running in Florida this week that looks to pressure the Florida Republican on his gun stance. The ad, seen here, accuses the...
    9. Apr 10, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  9. GOP leaders trying to clear the deck for Eisnaugle in House race

    Central Florida Political Pulse - Orlando Sentinel
    Some prominent Republican Party leaders are trying to clear the field for former Rep. Eric Eisnaugle in an Orlando-area House seat. Eisnaugle, R-Orlando, spent four years in the state House before stepping aside last year after he and Rep. Steve Precourt,...
    10. Apr 15, 2013 |Column| Orlando Sentinel

  10. Drive in the country is opportunity to forage

    On a recent Sunday, my daughter Amber and her family spent the day with us. By midafternoon, Trillian, our 16-month-old grandchild, was ready for a nap. But even though she was obviously tired, she was unwilling to stop playing long enough to lie down.
    On a recent Sunday, my daughter Amber and her family spent the day with us. By midafternoon, Trillian, our 16-month-old grandchild, was ready for a nap. But even though she was obviously tired, she was unwilling to stop playing long enough to lie down....

    Tags: Cherries

    11. Apr 13, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  11. Orlando Runners Club races: May 4, June 8

    Orlando Sentinel
    Saturday, May 4: 16th annual West Orange Habitat for Humanity 5K will be held in Oakland, just west of Winter Garden, at Oakland Presbyterian Church, 218 E. Oakland Ave. Register by mail or online at www.westorangehabitat.org or Active.com. Saturday, June...

    Tags: Habitat for Humanity International, Oakland (Orange, Florida), Road Running, Running

    12. Apr 12, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  12. Freebie Friday: Free events in Orlando this week

    EVENTS ART AND MUSIC IN THE PARK: with food trucks and music by Jeff Rupert: 6-9 p.m. today; Lake Concord Park, 95 Triplet Lake Drive, Casselberry; free; 407-262-7700. ART AMONG THE TREES: art, craft and music festival: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday;...

    Tags: International Speedway Corp., Leesburg, Melbourne, Colleges and Universities, Interstate 4

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