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Summer unemployment: Teens seeking jobs could find a friend in tourism

Ashley Thayer, a 19-year-old UCF student, said she got a summer job at Disney's Saratoga Springs resort. (Courtesy of Ashley Thayer)

Summer unemployment: Teens seeking jobs could find a friend in tourism

Another tough year is in the offing for students trying to snag summer jobs, though Orlando's improving tourism industry could make things a bit easier for those seeking employment in Central Florida.

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$1.6 million rebirth of Orlando's iconic Lake Eola fountain taking shape

Iconic Orlando fountain's rebirth takes shape

When workers placed the first new seafoam-green plastic panel on the Lake Eola fountain last week, it didn't look any different from the old ones.

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Buckle up: Florida Highway Patrol kicks off "Click It or Ticket" program on Monday

FHP to kick off "Click It or Ticket" program Monday

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