Justin Warmoth

Orlando

News Anchor at WKMG-TV (Orlando, FL)

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Orlando's theme park war heats up as Epic Universe nears grand opening

2 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla. - The battle for theme park dominance in Central Florida is entering a new era - and Universal is going all in. With the opening of Epic Universe just weeks away, Universal Orlando is adding more than just another theme park. It's launching an entire destination resort that includes new immersive lands, hotels, and experiences designed to rival Walt Disney World 's long-standing grip on the market.
Trooper Steve, Justin Warmoth talk about Miracle League

1 month ago | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla. - Central Florida Miracle League was down to its last out. For years, the field at the heart of the beloved special needs baseball league has been falling apart. Cracked turf, uneven surfaces, and standing water turned what should've been a safe haven into a hazard for the athletes who call it home. The situation left league president Mike Houlihan with a daunting dilemma: either raise enough money to replace the field or the league would be forced to shut down after 20 years.
'Game-changing' affordable housing community under construction near Epic Universe

1 month ago | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla. - As Universal Orlando approaches the grand opening of Epic Universe, a first-of-its-kind affordable housing community is taking shape nearby. Ryan von Weller, COO of Wendover Housing Partners, gave News 6 an update on Catchlight Crossings, which promises to give hospitality and service workers an affordable place to live close to where they work. "This particular development is going to really be a game changer for how we view affordable housing," von Weller said.
'It's just a safety issue:' Special needs baseball league at risk of folding due to unplayable field

2 months ago | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla. - A longtime baseball league for special needs athletes in Central Florida is at risk of shutting down if they don't raise enough money to replace their aging field. Tucked away at Trotter's Park in Orlando is where you'll find Central Florida Miracle League, a baseball league for individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
Massive mixed-use development set for Ormond Beach. Here's where

2 months ago | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORMOND BEACH, Fla. - A massive 2,500-home development that's been plagued by delays for two decades could finally start to take shape in Ormond Beach. Ormond Crossings will feature housing, retail and industrial on 3,000 acres of land near I-95 and US-1 just south of Destination Daytona.
Are you betting on the Super Bowl? Have fun, but know the consequences

Feb 7, 2025 | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla. - As the legal sports betting market continues to expand, more Americans than ever are expected to place a bet on the biggest wagering event of the year. Legal American sportsbooks are estimated to take in a record $1.39 billion in legal bets for Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, according to the American Gaming Association (AGA). With 38 states, including Florida, now offering legalized sports betting, it's never been more popular in society.
Despite slumping sales, prices in Orlando housing market reach all-time highs

Jan 27, 2025 | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla. - Home prices are up, fewer people are buying, and the market is balanced, according to a 2024 breakdown of Central Florida's housing market by the Orlando Regional Realtor Association. The median home price in 2024 was $385,000, an all-time high and a 3.9% increase year-over-year. Total sales, though, fell 7.1% compared to 2023, based on data the association pulls from Orange, Osceola, Lake and Seminole counties.
AdventHealth's strategic response to Central Florida's growing needs

Jan 13, 2025 | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla - As Central Florida's population continues to rise, AdventHealth said it is building for the future to meet the growing healthcare demands of the region. "Planning for the future of the healthcare of Orlando is the most important thing that me and my team do," said Brian Adams, CEO of AdventHealth's Central Florida division.
'Need knows no season:' Salvation Army's year-round impact

Dec 5, 2024 | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla. - During the holiday season, the sound of bells ringing and donations pouring into the Salvation Army's Angel Tree program is a familiar sight. But the organization's impact extends far beyond when the decorations come done. Salvation Army Major Ken Chapman told News 6 that 60% of their income for the entire year is raised during November and December. For every dollar raised, 83 cents goes directly toward critical services.
Tips for safe toy shopping

Nov 27, 2024 | clickorlando.com | Justin Warmoth

ORLANDO, Fla. - Forty-seven percent of parents say they purchased a toy from an online source that they later found or suspected was fake, according to a survey by The Toy Association. "All toys sold in the U.S. must comply with over 100 rigorous safety standards and tests that are required by federal law.