VyStar Announces 3rd Good is everywhere Celebration
VyStar Credit Union is proud to announce the return of Good is everywhere recognizing the good being done across our communities and highlighting the many partner organizations that uplift the areas we serve from Sept. 12-28. VyStar will champion these organizations through exciting free experiences, thousands of donated volunteer hours and employee-led Pay-it-Forward contributions throughout Central and North Florida, South Georgia and Metro Atlanta. Good is everywhere opens the doors to popular cultural
Greater Orlando Sports Commission Announces Date And Watch Party Location For 2024 Sportys: Greater Orlando’s Night Of Champions
Nominations are now being accepted for awards show to honor sports business professionals from Greater Orlando’s sports ecosystem ORLANDO, Fla. (August 22, 2024) – The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has opened nominations and announced the date for the 2024 SPORTYS awards. With Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute returning as the presenting sponsor, the 2024 SPORTYS: Greater Orlando’s Night of Champions will be streamed on WKMG News 6’s website ClickOrlando.com and streaming
VyStar Credit Union Continues Growth in Florida With Opening of First Branch in Lake Nona
Jacksonville, FL — VyStar Credit Union is proud to announce its Lake Nona location is now open at 12251 Narcoossee Road in Orlando, Florida. This is VyStar’s fourth full-service branch in Orange County and 21st in the Central Florida region. The Orlando – Lake Nona Area branch features VyStar’s innovative digital-forward design, which enhances how employees connect with members. This includes interactive touchscreen kiosks that provide helpful financial tools and allow members to quickly explore the latest
Christian Tech Center Ministries Awarded $10,000 Grant from The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation
ORLANDO, Florida (July 15, 2024) - Christian Tech Center Ministries, a non-profit organization which serves people in need with free tech services and computer equipment, has been awarded a $10,000 unrestricted funding grant from the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation in recognition of how their programs are actively making a difference in the lives of our local youth. "We are thrilled to award a $10,000 micro-grant to Christian Tech Center Ministries," said Laura Cutchens, executive director of the Orlando
Welcome Our New Chamber Leadership
Wasn't last night spectacular? Congratulations to all of our medalists and winners. Perhaps the biggest winner of all was the Seminole County Chamber as we welcomed in a great team of leaders to guide our chamber over the next few years. Of course, every new year means we say goodbye to key leaders who have served you and our chamber but are ending their board service this year. Please thank:Stacy Luna – Atlantic Bay Mortgage GroupBryan Beyer – Seminole County Sheriff’s OfficeTony Smith –
Seminole County Announces 2024 Sports Hall of Fame Inductees
The Seminole County Sports Hall of Fame Committee is pleased to announce the induction class of 2024. These eight individuals represent a wide range of sports including basketball, soccer, volleyball, swimming, and youth sports refereeing. The inductees will be honored on Thursday, May 16 at Hagerty High School in Oviedo during the annual Seminole County High School Night of Champions ceremony. Attendance at the ceremony will be limited to inductees, their family members, and invited guests. Learn more
Orlando ranked No. 1 as the Best Sports Business City for Attracting and Hosting Events
ORLANDO, Fla. (March 18, 2024) – Sports Business Journal (SBJ) presents its much-anticipated 2024 Best Sports Business Cities (BSBC) rankings, a comprehensive analysis focusing on U.S. cities that have demonstrated recent success in attracting and hosting a diverse array of sporting events. The unveiling of this year's results is a testament to the booming sports travel and tourism sector, with significant investments, increased sporting event bids and a surge in municipal funding earmarked for event
Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton, Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer Ice Show Returns to Kia Center
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Solar Bears announced today Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton and his charity figure skating program, "Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer" will be performing following Sunday afternoon's Hockey Fights Cancer game between the Solar Bears and the Atlanta Gladiators on February 25. Puck drop is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. with the ice show to begin shortly after the conclusion of the hockey game. Appearing in the program along with CARES Founder and Cancer survivor Scott Hamilton, will
VyStar Credit Union Opens Fourth Branch in Seminole County Expanding Growth and Economic Impact in
Jacksonville, Florida — VyStar Credit Union is proud to announce its Altamonte Springs location is now open at 151 N. SR 434 in Altamonte Springs, Florida. This is VyStar’s 75th full-service branch and joins branches in Sanford, Oviedo, and Lake Mary in Seminole County. “We’re excited to open our Altamonte Springs branch and expand our credit union’s presence in Central Florida,” said VyStar EVP/Chief Operations Officer Chad Meadows. “VyStar’s fourth branch in Seminole County will provide residents and
Orlando Solar Bears Announce Pickleball Night on FRIDAY, March 1 vs. Jacksonville
ORLANDO, Fla. - Come celebrate as the Orlando Solar Bears & the Orlando Squeeze team up for Pickleball Night on Friday, March 1st! Watch the Orlando Solar Bears take on the division rival, Jacksonville Icemen at 8pm! Exclusive meet and greet tickets will include access to a pregame event with the Major League Pickleball Champion, Orlando Squeeze players! More information will be sent out regarding paddle pickup and meet & greet logistics to those who purchase.Get Tickets Here!
VyStar Credit Union Opens Fourth Branch in Seminole County Expanding Growth and Economic Impact in Altamonte Springs
Jacksonville, Florida — VyStar Credit Union is proud to announce its Altamonte Springs location is now open at 151 N. SR 434 in Altamonte Springs, Florida. This is VyStar’s 75th full-service branch and joins branches in Sanford, Oviedo, and Lake Mary in Seminole County. “We’re excited to open our Altamonte Springs branch and expand our credit union’s presence in Central Florida,” said VyStar EVP/Chief Operations Officer Chad Meadows. “VyStar’s fourth branch in Seminole County will provide residents and
Orlando Solar Bears Announce Vendor List For Craft Beer Fest Presented By Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company on March 1
ORLANDO, Fla. - The Orlando Solar Bears, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Tampa Bay Lightning, announced today (Jan. 17) the vendor list for Craft Beer Festival presented by Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company ahead of the Solar Bears home game Friday, March 1 against the Jacksonville Icemen at Kia Center in Orlando. The following vendors are expected to participate in the 2024 Craft Beer Festival from 5:30p-7:30p: Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company Broken Strings Brewery Park Pizza
Orlando's Premier Downtown Sports and Entertainment Destination to be Renamed Kia Center
ORLANDO — Orlando’s premier downtown sports and entertainment destination – and home of the ECHL's Orlando Solar Bears and National Basketball Association’s Orlando Magic – will be renamed the Kia Center. Starting December 20, 2023, the Amway Center will take on the new name. Kia America’s partnership will include new indoor and outdoor signage, the installations of EV charging stations, Kia vehicle displays and the Kia Terrace, a hospitality lounge for the enjoyment of automotive enthusiasts and
Solar Bears, Pink Whitney By New Amsterdam® Vodka Announce Pink Whitney Night Jan. 23, 2024
ORLANDO, Fla. - The Orlando Solar Bears, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Tampa Bay Lightning are proud to partner with Pink Whitney by New Amsterdam® Vodka to announce Pink Whitney Night, when the Solar Bears host the Atlanta Gladiators on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at AdventHealth Rink at Amway Center. Media personalities and former NHL stars Paul Bissonnette and Ryan Whitney will be in attendance and taking in the game at the Pink Whitney Party Zone located in Sections
Solar Bears announce Shades' White Out Night presented by Dewitt Law Jan. 27, 2024
First 9,000 fans in attendance receive Solar Bears White Out T-Shirt ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Solar Bears, proud affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Tampa Bay Lightning, announced today details ahead of Shades’ White Out Game presented by Dewitt Law on Saturday, January 27 when the Solar Bears host the Atlanta Gladiators at 7:00 p.m. at the AdventHealth Rink at Amway Center. For the first time in team history, the Solar Bears will be wearing a white out uniform which will include white
BOGO Ticket Offer from the Solar Bears & Launch Orlando
Score a BOGO Solar Bears ticket offer for Thursday, October 26 against the Florida Everblades or Friday, October 27 against the Jacksonville Icemen for Boo with the Bears featuring Trick or Treating on the concourse at Amway Center, and get One (1) free loaded pass at Launch Orlando. Launch Orlando is an entertainment park located at 610 N. Alafaya Trail in Orlando that has many experiences to choose from including full court trampoline basketball, bowling, laser tag, axe throwing, and arcade
Solar Bears Announce New Mobile App Presented By Planet Smoothie, New Website
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Solar Bears have announced that the team’s new mobile app for Apple and Android devices is now available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store and new website through Patchboard at www.orlandosolarbearshockey.com. The Solar Bears have partnered with FanThreeSixty to develop their new mobile app. FanThreeSIxty partners with high school, collegiate, and professional teams, as well as live entertainment venues to enrich fan data. The new mobile app can be
VyStar Credit Union Opens New Branch, Contact Center Hub in Winter Park
Jacksonville, Florida — VyStar Credit Union is proud to announce its Winter Park branch is now open at 605 North Orlando Avenue in Winter Park, Florida. The Winter Park branch is VyStar’s 71st full-service branch and joins Downtown Orlando and Winter Garden branches as its third location in Orange County. Winter Park is one of our dynamic HUB locations with both a branch and a Contact Center in the same building. This allows employees to pivot as needed to provide exceptional service for members how and
VyStar Announces Unprecedented Volunteer Blitz for ‘Good is everywhere’ Celebration
Jacksonville, Florida — VyStar Credit Union is proud to announce the return of Good is everywhere, a celebration of VyStar’s commitment to supporting its members and communities in Central and North Florida and Georgia. More than 1,200 VyStar employees, including those who provide member services at branches, work in the VyStar Campus and serve as support staff at contact centers across the credit union’s footprint, will Do Good by volunteering in the places VyStar calls home. The VyStar volunteer blitz,