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Mayor Buddy Dyer Will Seek 6th Term; Faces Sam Ings, Tony Vargas, and Steve Dixon

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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer speaks during Mayor Demings' and Orlando Mayor Dyer's proclaimed "Disney Day" at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida Friday, December 3, 2021. Photo: Harry Castiblanco/Florida National News.
File - Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer speaks during Mayor Demings' and Orlando Mayor Dyer's proclaimed "Disney Day" at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida Friday, December 3, 2021. Photo: Harry Castiblanco/Florida National News.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will face challengers Sam Ings, Tony Vargas and Steve Dixon as he mounts a run for a historic sixth term. Dyer, Ings, Vargas and Dixon qualified for the 2023 Mayoral race ahead of the September 14th qualification deadline.

Former Orlando City Commissioner Ings is seeking a rematch to oust Dyer.

 

Statement by Mayor Buddy Dyer

Mayor Dyer said, “I am proud to be in the race to serve our diverse community once again as Orlando’s Mayor. Together, we will continue to improve the overall quality of life and secure a brighter future for everyone who calls Orlando home. This includes responsible investments that diversify and strengthen our economy and grow the quality careers of tomorrow. We will continue to expand our parks, make transportation accessible and keep our City safe.”

Under Buddy Dyer’s leadership as Mayor, Orlando has evolved into a world-class city with premier sports, arts and cultural venues, and leads as the Southeast’s most sustainable city. Mayor Dyer remains committed to creating a robust economy through initiatives like the Main Street Program, which has led to the creation of more than 1,000 new businesses, and the development of the Creative Village in Downtown Orlando and Medical City in Lake Nona. Mayor Dyer has worked alongside Orlando residents to define Orlando as the country’s new home for inclusiveness and opportunity, with a strong focus on innovation, safety, transportation, sustainability and government efficiency. Orlando is also among an elite group of A-list cities across the globe that are recognized for its actions to fight climate change.

 

Election Information

Early voting for the Mayoral race will take place from October 28 – November 5, 2023, with election day on November 7, 2023. For more information, visit www.ocfelections.com.

Voters who desire to vote by mail must re-request their ballot by October 26, 2023 via the Supervisor of Elections Office at www.ocfelections.com or in-person at 119 W. Kaley Street, Orlando, FL 32806.

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ThreatLocker Expands Orlando Magic Partnership With Garage Naming Near Kia Center

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ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — A downtown Orlando parking garage adjacent to Kia Center has been renamed ThreatLocker Garage, marking an expanded partnership between the Orlando Magic and Central Florida-based cybersecurity company ThreatLocker.

Formerly known as the GEICO Garage, the ThreatLocker Garage is located directly across from Kia Center and features two entrances off South Street and Division Avenue.

ThreatLocker Expands Partnership With Orlando Magic
ThreatLocker, an Orlando-based leader in cybersecurity, continues to grow its partnership with the Orlando Magic through the garage naming and its role as a Champions of the Community (COTC) partner. The company also provides its market-leading Zero Trust Platform to help protect the Magic’s digital infrastructure.

“The Orlando Magic are thrilled to continue elevating its existing partnership with ThreatLocker,” said Charlie Freeman, president of business operations for the Magic. “As a leader in the cybersecurity space, we are excited to help grow their brand through the naming of the ThreatLocker Garage. As COTC partners since 2023, our organizations share a strong commitment to the Central Florida community.”

Commitment to Central Florida Community
ThreatLocker is one of nine Champions of the Community partners, a group of organizations recognized for their shared dedication to supporting the Central Florida region.

“As ThreatLocker has grown from a local startup into a leading global cybersecurity company, our roots in Central Florida remain at the core of our identity,” said ThreatLocker CEO and co-founder Danny Jenkins. “The Orlando Magic’s long-standing support for local businesses has played an important role in our journey, and we are proud to take the next step in our partnership with the ThreatLocker Garage.”

Cybersecurity Leader With Global Reach
ThreatLocker offers a cost-effective approach to cybersecurity by using advanced controls to prevent threats such as ransomware. With 24/7 support from a team of skilled cybersecurity professionals, the company serves businesses worldwide while continuing to invest in the Central Florida community.

The renaming of the garage further solidifies ThreatLocker’s presence in downtown Orlando and underscores its growing relationship with the Orlando Magic.

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BYU Defensive Leaders Jay Hill, Isaiah Glasker Preview Georgia Tech Clash at Pop-Tarts Bowl

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WATCH VIDEO | ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill and linebacker Isaiah Glasker met with the media ahead of the Cougars’ matchup against Georgia Tech in the Pop-Tarts Bowl at Camping World Stadium.

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Eddie Cole, Former Eatonville Mayor, Coach and Chaplain, Dies at 67

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EATONVILLE, Fla. (FNN) — Eddie Cole, a former Eatonville mayor, longtime coach, chaplain and community leader, has died at the age of 67, town officials confirmed.

Cole, widely respected for his dedication to public service and his influence in basketball, passed away just months after being inducted into the Rollins College Sports Hall of Fame.

In a statement, the Town of Eatonville remembered Cole as “a servant leader whose heart beat for the people of Eatonville.” Officials praised his compassion, leadership and unwavering commitment to the community’s progress.

“Mayor Cole’s compassion and commitment to progress will forever be etched in the heart of Eatonville,” the statement read. “We honor his life, leadership, and the indelible impact he made on generations past, present and future.”

Cole’s legacy spans decades of civic leadership, mentorship and faith-based service, leaving a lasting imprint on the town and those he guided on and off the court.

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