Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday starts Aug. 1 and continues through Aug. 31. During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax. ClickOrlando.com does a good job of detailing what will be exempt. See the list here https://www.clickorlando.com/news/florida/2025/06/27/full-list-florida-gets-permanent-tax-exemptions-for-these-major-items/
We are almost two months into hurricane season. If you haven’t already, it’s time to create a family emergency plan, stock up on non-perishable food items, and have your trees trimmed. For more information, visit FEMA’s hurricane readiness page: https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes
Today is National Mutt Day, a day to embrace, save and celebrate mixed breed dog. Do you have a beloved mutt, or are you interested in adopting? Consider visiting a shelter to adopt a mutt in need of a forever home. If you can’t adopt, volunteering is a great way to help mutts, too.
Tomorrow at 2 p.m., Bill Frederick Park will host a Conversation Corner on the topic of mosquitoes. Discover the mosquito’s surprising place in nature and what we can do to help reduce their impact while staying eco-conscious. For more information, visit https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Conversation-Corner-at-BFP-Mosquitoes
Tomorrow is International Cat Day, also known as World Cat Day. It is a special day to celebrate domestic cats of all kinds. If you’ve been considering adopting a cat and feel you are ready, go ahead and visit a local shelter or go online to see the many cats looking for homes. Check out...
Monday is the first day of school in Orange County! For more information, visit https://www.ocps.net/.
Today is the first day of school for Orange County Public Schools. Please be aware of our children walking and biking to school today, and of school zones and buses! (School safety image)
Tomorrow the City of Orlando will celebrate the grand opening of Vex Racing in Veranda Park from 5 to 11 p.m. Step inside to explore a captivating program featuring engaging presentations, interactive experiences, and opportunities to connect with automotive enthusiasts and the VEX Racing team. Outside, admire a stunning display of exotic cars. For more...
Today is National Honey Bee Day, a day to celebrate and show appreciation for hard working Honey Bees, which produce honey that we enjoy and are vital to the pollination for a wide array of our fruits and vegetables. The University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences suggests providing plants that appeal to...
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will give his annual State of the City Address tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. at The Plaza Live. For more information and to RSVP, go to https://www.orlando.gov/Events/State-of-the-City-Address-2025
Today is World Mosquito Day. The goal of this special day is to raise awareness of malaria, as well as other diseases carried by mosquitoes including the Zika virus, and to educate people about how to avoid contact with mosquitoes. Since mosquitoes are a fact of life here in Central Florida, the University of Florida’s...
Do you see a problem in the neighborhood that needs to be reported to the City of Orlando? Then go to the Report a Problem page of the city’s website – this page allows you to quickly provide information about a variety of issues, from problem trees to a missed garbage cart pick up. https://www.orlando.gov/Report-a-Problem
Today is International Dog Day, a day to honor and rescue dogs from homelessness and abuse. It’s an opportunity for us to recognize and appreciate the value and importance of dogs in our lives. If you’re ready to adopt a new family member, contact Orange County Animal Services, Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, Pet Rescue...
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday ends Sunday. During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax. ClickOrlando.com details what is exempt. See the list here https://www.clickorlando.com/news/florida/2025/06/27/full-list-florida-gets-permanent-tax-exemptions-for-these-major-items/
Would you like to become more engaged with the MetroWest community? The MetroWest Master Association welcomes and encourages resident participation and there are many ways to become involved. Find out more at: https://www.metrowestcommunity.com/people/get-involved/
Happy Labor Day, MetroWest! If you’re celebrating today, check out these no-bake and no-cook recipes to keep your kitchen nice and cool: https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/no-bake-no-cook-labor-day-recipes/
September is Sepsis Awareness Month. Sepsis is a life-threatening emergency that happens when your body’s response to an infection damages vital organs and, often, causes death. Like strokes or heart attacks, sepsis is a medical emergency that requires rapid diagnosis and treatment. Sepsis can lead to severe sepsis and septic shock. Sepsis takes a life...
Wondering what to plant this month to refresh your yard for fall? The University of Florida IFAS Extension suggests trying these annual/bedding plants: ageratum, coleus, celosia, zinnia, and wax begonia for color into fall. For more information visit: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topic_annual_landscape_plants
The UCF Knights face Kansas at 7:30 tonight at the Bounce House. Can’t make it to the game? Watch it on ESPN 2. For more information, visit https://ucfknights.com/sports/football/schedule
The City of Orlando will present Taste of Africa tomorrow from noon to 8 p.m. at Eagle Nest Park, 165 Metrowest Blvd. Taste of Africa is a family event that will celebrate African music, culture and food. For more information, visit https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Taste-of-Africa.
The UCF Knights take on North Carolina A&T tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the Acrisure Bounce House. To buy tickets or for more information visit https://ucfknights.com/sports/football/schedule.
Tomorrow is Grandparents Day – if you’re lucky enough to have loving grandparents in your life, take time today to let them know how much they mean to you. (grandparents image)
