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PHOTOS: Mayor Demings, Cmr. Uribe, Rep. Morales Celebrate Comprehensive Health Center of Orlando Grand Opening
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, District 3 Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe, Orange County Health Department Director Raul Pino, former Florida State Representative Daisy Morales, and Dr. Rudolph Moise held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new Comprehensive Health Center of Orlando with nearly 100 attendees from the Orlando and Miami areas.
The event was held from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Thursday, November 2, one day ahead of One Health Day, a global campaign.
(l-r): Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, Comprehensive Health Center President and CEO Dr. Rudolph Moise, District 3 Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe, and former Florida State Representative Daisy Morales. Photo by Florida National News.
As committed healthcare providers, CHC was excited to welcome the community to this special in-person event to celebrate the expansion of their services in the area.
(l-r): Orange County Health Department Director Dr. Raul Pino, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, Marjory Sheba, Greater Haitian American Chamber of Commerce President Marlyn Bonzil-Juste, Comprehensive Health Center President and CEO Dr. Rudolph Moise, District 3 Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe, former Florida State Representative Daisy Morales, Orange County Deputy Chief of Staff to Mayor Jerry Demings Carol Burkett. Photo by Florida National News.
Comprehensive Health Center staff pose for a photo with Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe. Photo by Florida National News.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings makes a quick remark as Comprehensive Health Center President & CEO Dr. Rudy Moise gets ready to cut the ribbon during CHC’s grand opening event in Orange County’s Oak Ridge community Thursday, November 2, 2023. Photo: Florida National News.
Comprehensive Medical Aesthetics, Dr. Rudy Moise’s beauty and cosmetic surgery company, also had a van onsite to share information with the community and answer questions. Photo: Florida National News.
Uber Health, one of the event’s sponsors, displays one of its vehicles offering services. Photo: Florida National News.
Event Highlights:
- Ribbon-cutting ceremony officiated by esteemed local officials
- Facility tours showcasing CHC’s state-of-the-art amenities
- Meet and greet with CHC’s dedicated team of healthcare professionals
- Engaging presentations on CHC’s comprehensive range of healthcare services
- Hors d’oeuvres and giveaways
- Opportunity to connect with the local community
Comprehensive Health Center is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional medical services to individuals and families. With a commitment to excellence and compassion, our team of healthcare professionals strives to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
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Commissioner Uribe Announces New Date for Hispanic Heritage Festival Due to Weather
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — Commissioner Uribe announced that the Hispanic Heritage Festival has been rescheduled due to weather conditions. The event will now take place Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon at Cypress Grove Park, 290 Holden Ave., Orlando.
The festival will celebrate the rich history, cultures, traditions and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities through live music, dance performances, food and community resources.
Scheduled highlights include:
- Live music by youth orchestra The Nucleus Orchestral.
- Dance performances featuring Maria Saavedra of FusionFest with Huellas de Colombia, Unidos for Ecuador and Mexico Dansa.
- Food from Zaza.
- Community resources from 311 and other participants.
Join Commissioner Uribe and the community for a morning celebrating Hispanic and Latino heritage.
NEW DATE: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
TIME: 9 a.m. to noon
LOCATION: Cypress Grove Park
ADDRESS: 290 Holden Ave., Orlando, FL 32839
New team will debut at the Yuengling Center in summer 2027 as fans help shape the franchise’s identity
TAMPA, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — UPSHOT League officially announced the arrival of professional women’s basketball in Tampa Bay, with the new franchise scheduled to begin play at the Yuengling Center in summer 2027.
UPSHOT Tampa branding unveiled as the league prepares for its inaugural 2027 season in Tampa Bay. Image courtesy of UPSHOT Tampa.
Owner Morgan Busby introduced the vision behind bringing elite women’s basketball to the region, while Garland Cooper was announced as team president. UPSHOT Deputy Commissioner Taj McWilliams-Franklin also joined the launch alongside local leaders as the organization emphasized community involvement, fan experience and competitive excellence as core parts of the franchise.
FAN INVOLVEMENT: The Tampa franchise does not yet have an official team name. Fans are being invited to submit ideas and take part in helping shape the team’s identity ahead of its inaugural season. Season-ticket deposits and founding membership opportunities are also available.
UPSHOT Tampa President Garland Cooper speaks with media following the announcement of Tampa Bay’s new professional women’s basketball franchise. Photo courtesy of UPSHOT Tampa.
Community outreach began immediately with a “Shoe a Day” initiative supporting young athletes in the Tampa Bay area. During media availability, Cooper also spoke about the importance of giving young girls an opportunity to see what is possible through professional women’s sports.
Hillsborough County Administrator Bonnie Wise and Advisory Board Chair Kathleen Shanahan were among the community leaders in attendance, highlighting the potential economic and social impact of adding another professional sports organization to the region.
INAUGURAL SEASON: UPSHOT Tampa is scheduled to tip off at the Yuengling Center in summer 2027, adding professional women’s basketball to an established Tampa Bay sports market that already includes the Buccaneers, Lightning and Rays.
The team name, branding and additional franchise details are expected to be announced as the organization continues building toward its first season.
– Nisey Spruill is a reporter and photojournalist for Florida National News (FNN), covering major news, sports and special events across Florida and nationwide. Contact sports@FloridaNationalNews.com
