Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Wednesday, March 24th includes new Disney license plates in Florida celebrating its 50th anniversary with proceeds going to the Make-A-Wish foundation, Orlando airport restaurants are replacing laid-off pandemic workers with new hires as local tourism industry rises, and hiring begins for Orlando’s White Castle location with a starting wage of $13 an hour.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Tuesday, March 23rd includes three Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies resigned over alleged evidence tampering, Florida coronavirus vaccine eligibility drops to age 50+ statewide with adults 40+ allowed to get vaccinated at Orange County Convention Center, and lawmaker drops proposal to limit Bright Futures financial aid after backlash from students.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Monday, March 22nd includes the latest coronavirus numbers and COVID-19 vaccine updates, spring break crowds arrive in Central Florida, and at least 24 Floridians have been arrested in connection to the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Friday, March 19th includes a horse-drawn carriage driver who received a ticket after a late-night crash left with the horse with fatal injuries, teachers hired at a primary school in Orange County included instructors without college degrees and Publix tells customers to not come at end of night looking to get COVID-19 vaccine.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Thursday, March 18th includes a vaccinated Florida mom gives birth to first-known baby born with COVID-19 antibodies, Governor Ron DeSantis calls for $3,000 bonuses for Florida teachers who complete civics education training and Florida legislative leaders unlikely to expand Medicaid despite more money from the federal government.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Wednesday, March 17th includes four Florida cities making the top 10 TripAdvisor list for spring break travel, a massive fire that destroyed the home of former U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson and another Capitol riot suspect arrested in Central Florida.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Tuesday, March 16th includes a Florida driver hits truck carrying 245 propane tanks on Interstate 275, Florida residents age 60 and older are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine and a South Florida man was identified and later arrested for spitting at a Disney World security guard.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Monday, March 15th includes the latest coronavirus numbers, next round of stimulus check payments to start arriving this week, and Seminole County unveils $91 million plan for new trails and pathways.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Friday, March 12th includes Will’s Pub lives on thanks to its new owner, Governor Ron DeSantis announces Walgreens COVID-19 vaccine expansion, and Brightline reveals cost details and route choices for Disney service in 5 years.

Your local news update from the Orlando Sentinel for Thursday, March 11th includes a fallen officer who may have put himself in harm’s way to save others, more voter restriction from the Republican Party, and Orlando City will host its season opener in April.