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Orlando Sports Foundation to Host Cure Bowl March 2Cure Pep Rally at Exploria Stadium
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4 years agoon
ORLANDO, FL – The Orlando Sports Foundation will host a “CURE BOWL MARCH 2CURE PEP RALLY” on Thursday, Oct 6th, 2022, 4-5 pm at Exploria Stadium.
The open house Pep Rally speakers will include — Cure Bowl and Community leaders such as Orlando City Mayor, Buddy Dyer, Orange County Mayor, Jerry Demings, Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith, and a special presentation by Orlando Fire Department Chief Charlie Salazar to Orlando Sports Foundation Cure Bowl leaders.
The pep rally’s objective is to remind the community and all non-profits of the Cure Bowl’s annual community give-back program that benefits all nonprofits on Cure Bowl Day.
The Duluth Trading Cure Bowl will be televised on ESPN and held on Cure Bowl Day — Dec. 16th at 3 pm EST at Exploria stadium.
“We are honored to have Mayor Buddy Dyer, Mayor Jerry Demings, Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith, and Orlando Fire Chief Charlie Salazar join us for our Cure Bowl March 2Cure Pep Rally and support the Orlando Sports Foundation / Duluth Trading Cure Bowl that cancer research as well as all Central Florida non-profits. The Cure Bowl continues to work to bring teams together!” said Cure Bowl Executive Director and Orlando Sports Foundation CEO Alan Gooch.
“On behalf of the Orlando Sports Foundation and the March 2Cure Committee, we look forward to seeing everyone join in the March 2Cure from historic Church Street Station to Exploria Stadium on December 16th Cure Bowl Day!” said Deborah Hausman March 2Cure Committee Chair.
The Orlando Sports Foundation invites all local nonprofits to learn how they can benefit as a part of the Cure Bowl Community Giveback Program, and receive funding for their own organizations.
The Pep Rally open house will give fans and nonprofits the chance to see their seats at Exploria stadium. Nonprofits in attendance will have the opportunity to walk in March2Cure Fanfest with their foundation banner.
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State Rep. Rita Harris Reelected Without Opposition in Florida House District 44
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3 weeks agoon
June 13, 2026
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — Florida State Representative Rita Harris has secured reelection to the Florida House after no opposition qualified to challenge her in District 44 during the state’s candidate qualifying period.
Harris, a Democrat representing House District 44, will return to Tallahassee for another term after neither a Republican, third-party nor write-in candidate entered the race.
Her uncontested reelection reflects continued support within the district and allows her campaign to shift its focus toward supporting Democratic candidates and legislative priorities ahead of the 2027 Legislative Session.
House District 44 includes portions of west Orange County and surrounding communities in Central Florida.
Florida’s General Election is scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.
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Congressman Maxwell Frost Secures Third-Term Run Following Candidate Qualifying Period
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3 weeks agoon
June 12, 2026
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost secured an easy path to a third term representing Florida’s 10th Congressional District after no Democratic, Republican or write-in challengers qualified before the close of Florida’s candidate qualifying period Friday.
“I’m proud that the people of Central Florida continue to put their trust in me, and I don’t take that for granted,” Frost said. “Over the last term, we’ve delivered real results, and now it’s time to build on that.”
Campaign Focuses on Down-Ballot Races
Despite facing no major-party opposition, Frost said his campaign is expanding its political operation to help Democrats compete across Central Florida.
“We’re focused on electing Democrats up and down the ballot.”
The campaign has recruited 87 fellows this summer as part of its year-round organizing program for young people ages 16 to 24. Campaign officials said participants will engage in door-to-door canvassing, phone banking and voter outreach efforts while supporting Democratic candidates throughout the region.
According to the campaign, more than 162 fellows have participated in the program, helping contact more than 157,000 voters during the current election cycle.
Historic Member of Congress
Frost made history in 2022 as the first member of Generation Z elected to Congress. He represents Florida’s 10th Congressional District, which includes much of Orlando and surrounding portions of Orange County.
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State Rep. Bruce Antone Wins Reelection Unopposed
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3 weeks agoon
June 12, 2026By
Willie David
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — Florida State Representative Bruce Antone has won reelection to the Florida House after qualifying for the 2026 election cycle without opposition.
Antone, who represents portions of Orange County, remains the longest-serving Democratic state lawmaker in Orange County and one of the most senior members of Florida’s Democratic legislative delegation.
Following his reelection, Antone thanked supporters in a statement posted on Facebook.
“Today, I was reelected to the Florida House of Representatives. I didn’t have any opposition. Thank you to everyone who has supported me during my time and tenure in the Florida House of Representatives,” Antone wrote.
Under Florida election law, candidates who qualify for office without opposition are automatically elected and do not appear on the ballot.
Antone will begin another term in the Florida House as lawmakers prepare for the 2027 Legislative Session in Tallahassee.
