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Sanford teen in serious condition after school bus hit by landscaping truck on SR 46

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Sanford teen in serious condition after school bus hit by landscaping truck on SR 46

A Sanford teenager is in serious condition after the school bus she was riding home from school was involved in an accident on Tuesday afternoon.

According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident took place at 2:55 p.m. at the intersection of County Road 426 and State Road 46.

A landscaping bucket truck being driven by a 44-year-old Enterprise man was approaching CR 426 as he traveled eastbound on SR 46 in the right turn lane. The school bus, which had three students onboard, was approaching SR 46 as it traveled northbound on CR 426 in the left turn lane.

The driver of the bucket truck says that he was stopped at the red traffic light and proceeded to turn right to travel southbound on CR 426, while the driver of the school bus turned left to travel westbound on SR 46 on a green left turn signal.

The driver of the bucket truck failed to negotiate the turn correctly and exited the right turn lane, partially entering the left turn lane and striking the right side of the bus.

The collision forced the bus to collide with a 2007 Chevy Silverado Pick-up truck being driven by a 51-year-old Geneva man.

The bus driver and all three students, two 16-year-old girls and one 16-year-old boy, were transported to a local hospital. The driver, boy, and one of the girls received minor injuries from the crash.

The crash remains under investigation, according to FHP.

Orlando Pottery Festival this weekend

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Orlando Pottery Festival this weekend

The Orlando Pottery Festival returns this weekend.

The event takes place on Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #25, which is located at 5505 Hansel Avenue in Orlando.

The celebration will feature a variety of ceramic art and handmade items from nearly three dozen local artists.

The festival is free to attend and includes free parking. Food vendor Thai Island will also be on site to serve Thai dishes.

For more information on the bi-annual event, visit the Orlando Pottery Festival website.

City demolishing former 7-Eleven to expand Lake Eola Park

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City demolishing former 7-Eleven to expand Lake Eola Park

The city of Orlando is demolishing a former 7-Eleven location in downtown Orlando to make room for the expansion of Lake Eola Park.

City officials kicked off the beginning of demolition on Monday, May 2, at the building site, which is located at 1 North Rosalind Avenue.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan joined the Orlando Land Trust to celebrate the demolition, which will allow for the expansion Lake Eola Park’s green space.

In its place, a new, interim plaza and green space will be installed with a multitude of enhancements, including improved streetscape treatments, new landscaping, and upgraded lighting.

The project is expected to be completed later this fall, according to city officials.

The acquisition of the property was made possible through a partnership with the Orlando Land Trust, who raised $3.25 million, including $1.625 million in funding from the city’s downtown CRA, to purchase the small parcel, prevent future development and donate it to the city.

Yard sale fundraiser at Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

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Yard sale fundraiser at Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

The Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando will host a yard sale to raise funds for the organization.

The sale takes place on Friday, May 6, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, which is located at 2727 Conroy Road in Orlando.

Products at the sale include pet beds, toys, bowls, clothes, leashes, collars, and other pet products, as well as a variety of other items.

All products are first come, first served, and will be available until the organization sells out.

For more information, visit the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando website.

Winter Park bank robbery suspect arrested with assistance from FBI

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Winter Park bank robbery suspect arrested with assistance from FBI

A man wanted in connection with two separate robberies at Winter Park banks was apprehended with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

According to a press release from the Winter Park Police Department, 28-year-old Latavis Deyonta MacKroy was arrested on Tuesday, April 26 after he was positively identified on the day prior.

MacKroy was allegedly videotaped entering a Fairwinds Credit Union on April 16, and a TD Bank located at 810 N Orlando Avenue on April 23. In both incidents, MacKroy walked in wearing a mask and approached the teller at the front counter.

MacKroy was remanded to federal custody for violation of probation and is awaiting multiple federal charges regarding the bank robberies, according to authorities.

Pavers spill onto, block I-4 eastbound on Monday morning

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Pavers spill onto, block I-4 eastbound on Monday morning

A truck spilled pavers over I-4 eastbound on Monday morning, forcing a portion of the highway to close.

The incident took place before 7 a.m. on Monday, May 2. According to the Orlando Police Department, the truck was carrying the pavers just east of the turnpike when they spilled onto the highway.

The eastbound lanes of the highway just east of the Florida Turnpike were closed while crews from the Florida Highway Patrol and Florida Department of Transportation responded to the scene.

The Express lanes remained open throughout the cleanup.

Woman arrested after 6-hour standoff, shootout with officers at McDonald’s

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Woman arrested after 6-hour standoff, shootout with officers at McDonald’s

A 30-year-old woman who attempted to rob an Orlando area McDonald’s was arrested after a shootout with police that ended after a six-hour standoff.

Orange County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call about an armed robbery in progress at the McDonald’s at 4640 South Orange Blossom Trail on Saturday, April 30, at around 10:35 p.m.

The suspect, 30-year-old Shandricka Warren, allegedly fired a handgun inside the McDonald’s and made threatening statements.

According to the report, all employees and customers were able to get out of the restaurant unharmed.

Upon their arrival, Warren opened fire from inside the restaurant at the deputies. Those deputies returned fire and, after a brief shootout, spent six hours attempting to negotiate a peaceful surrender.

Warren was taken into custody after those negotiations and exited the restaurant just before 5 a.m. She is being charged with burglary in a structure and assault with a firearm, with further charges forthcoming in the assault.

The deputies involved in the shooting are on paid temporary administrative leave. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney’s Office, and Orange County Sheriff’s Office will all conduct separate reviews of the deputies and their actions in the case, according to the report.

Orlando police warning against senior scams

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Orlando police warning against senior scams

Orlando Police are reminding the community to stay vigilant in the face of a growing number of reported scams against local seniors.

According to OPD Community Service Officer Nicole Farmer, the senior population of Orlando has been receiving more phone calls from scammers as of late.

Farmer says those scammers are posing as utilities, the IRS, or fake medical agencies that ask for payment in gift cards.

“They make it sound very, very scary,” said Farmer. “Any reputable company is not going to request that you pay your bill in gift cards, so that is definitely a red flag.”

The department asks all residents who receive calls from scammers to hang up and call the OPD dedicated fraud line at 407-246-4012.

“We can get more information and make sure that this doesn’t happen to anyone else in Orlando,” said Farmer.

Cinco De Mayo Car Show at Ace Cafe on Sunday

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Cinco De Mayo Car Show at Ace Cafe on Sunday

Ace Cafe will host the eleventh annual Cinco De Mayo Car Show this Sunday.

The show will take place on Sunday, May 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the cafe, which is located in downtown Orlando at 100 W Livingston Street.

The event will include a 50/50 raffle, food, vendors, and is open to all cars and trucks of every make, model, and year.

Registration will take place from the show open until 1 p.m. and is $20 for all vehicles. All entries will be judged and awards will be presented at 1:30 p.m.

Exotic bird fair at Osceola County Fairgrounds

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Exotic bird fair at Osceola County Fairgrounds

The Southeastern Exotic Bird Fair will fly into the Osceola County Fairgrounds this weekend.

The event takes place on Sunday, May 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the fairgrounds, which are located at 1911 Kissimmee Valley Lane.

The fair will feature toys, feed, cages, and a variety of exotic birds, from finches to macaws.

The cost of admission is $5 for anyone over 12, and free for all those under 12.

For more information on the fair, visit the Southeast Exotic Bird Fair website.

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