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14-year-old boy visiting on Spring Break falls to death on I-Drive attraction

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14-year-old boy visiting on Spring Break falls to death on I-Drive attraction

A 14-year-old boy who was visiting Orlando while from Missouri during his Spring Break fell to his death from a multi-story Orlando attraction on Thursday evening.

Orange County Sheriff’s Office says the tragic accident took place at the Orlando Free Fall ride in ICON Park, located at 8433 International Drive, last night and claimed the life of Tyre Sampson.

According to social media posts from family members, Sampson, who played football, was on his Spring Break.

“Our prayers and our thoughts are with the family. We can’t imagine what they’re going through,” said sheriff John Mina during a press conference this afternoon.

According to Mina, the attraction has been shut down and is under investigation by the Florida Department of Agriculture.

“Our role in this situation is to determine whether or not this is an accident or an intentional act,” said Mina.

Mina says that a viral video that allegedly shows communication among employees after the incident will be used during the investigation.

“Everything seemed to be okay and normal. We’ve talked to all of the witnesses available and the employees there,” said Mina. He indicated that no criminal charges had been filed and that the matter appeared to be a “tragic accident.”

“Tyre was here with a friend’s family from the state of Missouri. As a father with boys who go on rides and who frequent amusement parks a lot, it’s just a tragic situation,” said Mina.

Engine thrown into oncoming traffic after vehicle crashes on SR 429

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Engine thrown into oncoming traffic after vehicle crashes on SR 429

A vehicle’s engine was thrown into oncoming traffic after an accident on SR 429 Thursday afternoon.

The crash took place at 12:20 p.m yesterday around mile marker 19 on the highway in Orange County. According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, a sedan was traveling northbound on SR-429 before it lost control, traveled through the grass median, and struck a semi-truck traveling southbound.

The head-on collision dislodged the engine from the sedan and propelled it into an SUV that was traveling northbound. The semi-truck struck and damaged the guardrail.

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A car’s engine was dislodged after an accident on SR-429

The driver of the sedan was transported to the hospital with critical injuries. The driver of the semi-truck and SUV were not injured.

Kissimmee man claims $2 million scratch-off sold at Wawa near Orlando International Airport

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Kissimmee man claims $2 million scratch-off sold at Wawa near Orlando International Airport

A Kissimmee man claimed a $2 million prize from a scratch-off that he purchased at a local gas station.

According to the Florida Lottery, 62-year-old Jesùs Betancourt Pizarro claimed the prize from the 100X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee this recently. Betancourt Pizarro chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,645,000.

Betancourt Pizarro purchased his winning ticket from the Wawa located at 14876 Narcoossee Road in Orlando. The retailer will receive a $4,000 bonus commission for selling the winning Scratch-Off ticket.

The $10 game, 100X THE CASH, launched in January and features more than $337.9 million in cash prizes, including eight top prizes of $2,000,000. The game’s overall odds of winning are 1-in-3.44.

City of Orlando, mayor celebrating Bike to Work day

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City of Orlando, mayor celebrating Bike to Work day

The city of Orlando and Mayor Buddy Dyer are encouraging local residents to participate in this year’s Bike to Work Day.

City officials will host Bike to Work Day on Friday, March 25, in order to restart the City’s annual tradition. Beginning at 7 a.m., riders will gather at Lake Lorna Doone Park to embark on a ride to City Hall.

From 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., Mayor Dyer will lead the ride through downtown Orlando to City Hall Plaza. All morning, City Hall Plaza will host a celebration where downtown workers can learn more about the City’s bike projects and connect to local organizations and resources.

Free, all-day parking is available at Lake Lorna Doone Park for Bike to Work Day participants. Twenty Lime e-bikes will be available for those who want to participate in the group bike ride but do not own a bike.

For more information, visit the City of Orlando Bike To Work Day 2022 webpage.

Orange County still asking residents for feedback on transportation improvements

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Orange County still asking residents for feedback on transportation improvements

Orange County officials are still accepting feedback from local residents for transportation improvements they would like to see across the area.

According to Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Deming’s office, to date around 4,350 residents across the county have taken the Transportation Initiative Survey.

Although details from the survey have not yet been released, a preliminary screenshot released by officials shows that many of the respondents live in the western half of the county.

The county has extended the deadline to participate in the survey through April 25.

If you are a resident living in Orange County, share your feedback by visiting the Orange County Transportation Initiative Survey.

Orlando man wins $1 million in scratch-off purchased at Edgewood 7-Eleven

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Orlando man wins $1 million in scratch-off purchased at Edgewood 7-Eleven

An Orlando man claimed a $1 million prize after purchasing a winning scratch-off from a 7-Eleven in Edgewood.

The Florida Lottery reported that 38-year-old Sonny Capobianco claimed $1 million prize from the GOLD RUSH LIMITED Scratch-Off game and chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $795,000.

According to lottery officials, Capobianco purchased his winning ticket from the 7-Eleven located at 5650 Hansel Avenue in Edgewood. That business will receive a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the winning Scratch-Off ticket.

GOLD RUSH LIMITED is a $20 Scratch-Off game that features 32 top prizes of $5 million and 100 prizes of $1 million, and an additional 33,000 prizes ranging $1,000 to $100,000.

Blue-green algae bloom caution issued for Lake Sue

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Blue-green algae bloom caution issued for Lake Sue

Officials with the Florida Department of Health in Orange County have issued a health caution for the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Sue.

The alert comes in light of a water sample taken from a visit on Monday, March 21 to the lake, which is located near Leu Gardens in north Orlando.

Residents are advised not to drink, swim, wade, or use personal watercraft in the lake, as well as to avoid getting water in the eyes, nose, or mouth.

Blue-green algae blooms can impact human health and ecosystems, including fish and other aquatic animals. Read additional information on potential health effects of algal blooms. Report symptoms from exposure to a harmful algal bloom or any aquatic toxin to the Florida Poison Information Center by calling 1-800-222-1222 to speak to a poison specialist immediately.

Brick and Fire forced to temporarily close pizzeria after failed health inspection

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Brick and Fire forced to temporarily close pizzeria after failed health inspection

Brick and Fire was forced to temporarily close its pizzeria last week after a health inspector cited nearly 20 health code violations.

According to a report from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, the restaurant, which is located at 1621 S Orange Avenue, was temporarily closed on Tuesday, March 15, after a health inspector found 19 health code violations.

Among the citations were three considered high priority, including the presence of rodent activity as evidenced by nearly 70 rodent droppings found around the kitchen and appliances.

The following day, March 16, the business was reinspected and allowed to reopen, despite at least seven violations still remaining. 

Large video game company expanding operations in Orlando

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Large video game company expanding operations in Orlando

One of the largest video game developers in the United States moved one step closer to expanding its operations in Orlando and creating 50 new, high wage jobs.

Iron Galaxy, which provides support services for developers across dozens of games and systems, has plans to expand their office space in the area. Billed as the second largest privately held video game developer in North America, the company is looking to make more than a $3.75 million capital investment in the area, move into a 35,000 square-foot building, and create 50 new, high wage jobs over five years.

During the March 14 meeting of the Orlando City Council, commissioners approved an $100,000 incentive for the company through the city’s Strategic Targeted Recruitment Incentive For Valued Employment (STRIVE) program. That incentive is conditionally issued over an eight-year period ending in 2030 permitted the company reaches its stated goals.

Founded in Chicago in 2008, Iron Galaxy established its location in Orlando in 2012. Over the past 14 years, Iron Galaxy has provided support and development services for some of the most popular games in the world, including Bioshock, Destiny, Borderlands, Fortnite, Fallout 76, and Overwatch, among many others. 

Officials provides criteria to define new mobile ghost kitchens sprouting up across Orlando

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Officials provides criteria to define new mobile ghost kitchens sprouting up across Orlando

City officials recently approved a new set of guidelines that they hope will help govern new ghost kitchen business models that are sprouting up across Orlando.

During the March 14 meeting of the Orlando City Council, officials voted to approve the creation of the new, Ghost Kitchen Pilot Program. The new guidelines allow city officials to establish a review process to approve new ghost kitchens in various forms.

The city sought to define ghost kitchens based on their unique uses that combine aspects of light manufacturing, processing, and eating and drinking.

In addition to clarifying the approval process, the new guidelines also incorporate alcohol sales as part of a ghost kitchen operation.

Like caterers, most ghost kitchens prepare food on site, but use third-party delivery services to disseminate the food to the consumer. Unlike other food vendors, including food trucks and caterers, ghost kitchens do not offer on-site consumption or purchases and are not intended to serve the public directly.

The new rules provide that ghost kitchens may accept occasional pickups from members of the public, so long as it comprises less than 25% of the company’s sales. 

For a complete list of the new rules and regulations, read the city of Orlando planning division’s pilot program rules. 

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