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Orlando Honors its Veterans at the 20th Annual Veterans Day Parade
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) – For 20 years Orlando has honored its veterans by with its annual Veterans Day Parade Saturday. This year’s parade theme was about honoring World War II veterans who fought to keep our country safe and free.
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer walks in the Veterans Day Parade. Photo: Leyton Blackwell/Florida National News.
The city honored World War II veterans with grand marshals who fought during many famous battles during World War II. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orlando City Commissioners, and the Mayor’s Veteran Advisory Council highlighted the World War II veterans during the opening ceremony, allowing some of them to talk to the audience about what they’ve sacrificed and the battles that they fought in.
After the ceremony honoring World War II veterans, the parade commenced with Mayor Dyer and World War II veteran grand marshals leading the parade. Other groups up front included many of the different departments from the local and county government. The Orlando Police Department, Orange County Sheriff Department, and Orlando Fire Department had their honor guard marching and vehicles out.
Orlando Police Department Honor Guard walks in the Veterans Day Parade. Photo: Leyton Blackwell/Florida National News.
Many veteran- and active duty military-focused organizations participated in the parade, including Lake Nona Veterans Club, Navy Exchange Orlando, Air Force Association, Women Veterans Helping Veteran Women, UCF Veterans History Project, and many more.
UCF Veterans History Project participating in the parade. Photo: Leyton Blackwell/Florida National News.
Also, walking in the parade were many ROTC and JROTC chapters from around Central Florida, including University of Central Florida and Florida State University. Several high schools had their JROTC chapters walking in the parade as well, including Oak Ridge High School Air Force JROTC, East River High School Army JROTC, Evans High School Navy JROTC and Colonial High School Air Force JROTC.
Falcon Battalion from East Rive High School walking in the parade. Photo: Leyton Blackwell/Florida National News.
The annual Orlando Veterans Day Parade shows that Orlando cares about its veterans and honors them. The Orlando Veterans Day Parade is a great way that the community shows its support for veterans and all they have given to our country.
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Leyton Blackwell is a contributing photojournalist for Florida National News. | info@floridanationalnews.com
Orlando, FL (FNN) – This is a reminder that multi Grammy-Award winner P!NK will be bringing her record-breaking Summer Carnival Tour to Orlando’s Camping World Stadium on November 18, 2024. Joining her for this highly anticipated concert is boundary-breaking artist Maren Morris, known for her dynamic vocals and electrifying performances. Morris will support the final date of P!NK’s tour, stepping in to replace GROUPLOVE.
P!NK’s captivating live performances have generated tremendous fan enthusiasm, solidifying her status as a touring powerhouse.
With nearly 3 million tickets sold and an astonishing $350 million in revenue during last year’s tour across Europe, the UK, North America, Australia, and New Zealand, her 2023 Summer Carnival Tour was recognized as one of the top-grossing tours of the year by Billboard.
Known for her high-energy shows and stunning visual production, P!NK continues to push boundaries and create unforgettable experiences for her fans.
Maren Morris, a Grammy-winning artist, has made waves in the music industry with hits like “My Church” and “The Bones,” blending country, pop, and R&B influences to create her unique sound. Her presence on this tour promises to elevate the concert experience, adding to the excitement surrounding P!NK’s performances.
Tickets for the concert are selling fast, starting at $29.95, but pricing is subject to change based on market demand. All tickets are reserved, and fans can purchase them through the Camping World Stadium box office or at Ticketmaster.com. Please note that all dates, acts, and ticket prices are subject to change without notice, and applicable taxes, service, handling, and facility fee charges may apply.
Camping World Stadium is located at 1 Citrus Bowl Place in Orlando. For more information about the concert and to stay updated on any changes, visit CampingWorldStadium.com. Don’t miss your chance to witness this extraordinary evening of music and celebration!
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Kareen Kennedy is the Assistant Editor for Florida National News
kareen.kennedy@floridanationalnews.com
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) – Multi-award-winning Christian artist TobyMac is set to ignite the stage once again with his highly-anticipated Hits Deep 2025 Tour. Presented by Awakening Foundation, the 32-date tour will commence on Thursday, January 23, 2025, in Pensacola, FL, and will make a special stop in Orlando at the Kia Center on Thursday, January 30, 2025, for one night only.
“The Hits Deep tour is back for another year, and this one will be crazy special,” TobyMac shared. “We have invited some of our favorite artists to bring their hits to the stage—can’t wait to share who they will be very soon. Every one of these artists has written songs echoing through the halls of my home. And yes, I may even have some new songs to share releasing over the next few months. Let’s gooooo!”
TobyMac’s influence on the music industry is profound, with multiple platinum and gold albums and several chart-topping singles. Known for his electrifying live performances, TobyMac’s Hits Deep Tour 2025 promises a night of high energy, powerful messages, and fan connection. Attendees can look forward to a celebration of TobyMac’s greatest hits along with fresh new music that highlights his exceptional songwriting.
With over 16 million albums sold and seven GRAMMY® Awards to his name, TobyMac remains a dominant force in contemporary Christian music. His latest album, Life After Death, which debuted at number one on Billboard’s Christian Albums chart in August 2022, garnered his 17th GRAMMY® nomination and has achieved over 475 million global streams. The album’s hit singles, including “The Goodness” (feat. Blessing Offor) and “Help Is On The Way (Maybe Midnight),” have topped multiple charts and earned significant accolades.
Tickets for the Hits Deep 2025 Tour are priced starting at $15.00, with pricing subject to change based on market demand. Tickets are available for purchase at the Kia Center box office or online at Ticketmaster.com. Please note that all dates, acts, and ticket prices are subject to change without notice, and additional taxes, service, handling, and facility fees apply. For more information, visit KiaCenter.com. The Kia Center is located at 400 West Church Street, with the box office on the north side of the venue near Church Street and Hughey Avenue.
Don’t miss your chance to experience TobyMac live on stage—get your tickets starting September 19 at 12 p.m. ET!
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Kareen Kennedy is the Assistant Editor for Florida National News
kareen.kennedy@floridanationalnews.com
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