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Orlando City Soccer Club’s designation as an MLS team
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Rob Bartlett
1. Orlando City Soccer Club’s designation as an MLS team
2. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
3. SunRail
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- Best Way to Humanely Taste Bacon That Doesn’t Involve Internet Seaweed
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- Best Super Reason to Watch the Orlando Magic Next Season
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