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The Wrap

By: Central Florida Public Media
  • Summary

  • "The Wrap" is a podcast from Central Florida Public Media curating the top Central Florida news stories and in-depth reporting each week. Every Friday, Assistant News Director Brendan Byrne brings listeners news headlines, deep reporting dives, and insightful conversations from the news team. Subscribe to "The Wrap" for the top stories you need to hear about your Central Florida community and beyond.
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Episodes
  • The Wrap: The impact of development in Orlando's entertainment district
    May 3 2024
    The Orlando City Council last week approved a $40 million tax break for a sports and entertainment district which will include a 273 unit apartment building with 10 units set aside for affordable housing. For some, that low commitment to affordable units is troubling.
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    10 mins
  • The Wrap: Recycling experts warn of 'wishcycling' as rate of contamination rises
    Apr 26 2024
    Recycling rates in Florida have been declining for the past eight years, according to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The Energy, Climate Change and Economic Security Act of 2008 established a statewide, weight-based recycling goal of 75% by 2020. Florida did not meet the 2016 interim goal of 60% and the recycling rate has continued to decline since then.
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    9 mins
  • The Wrap: A homelessness survivor’s mission to aid hotel families
    Apr 19 2024
    The Osceola County School District has so far this year identified nearly 900 kids living in hotels long term. As the housing crisis continues, one organization, Embrace of Celebration is stepping up to help people in need.
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    10 mins

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