Good morning, Central Florida. Here's what you need to know today.

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The relentless wind will remain for our Thursday with gusts more than 25 mph possible. Once again, the onshore breeze may push some clouds and a shower or two inland throughout the day. Most will stay dry under partly sunny skies as temperatures climb into the 80s.

Highs: Mid-80s
Lows: Mid-60s
Partly sunny and warm

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Around Central Florida

1. European Union says borders will soon reopen for international travel
After nearly a year of being closed to U.S. travelers, the European Union is set to welcome international travel once again. While the EU hasn’t set a firm date to resume international travel, people at Orlando International Airport say they are ready to travel internationally.

2. Aid to India: Orlando organization aims to ease 'very dire' COVID-19 crisis
The COVID-19 crisis in India, which has seen more than 25 million cases and nearly 280,000 deaths since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. The news of increased cases and deaths inspired the Indian American Business Association and Chamber to raise funds for emergency relief to India’s hospitals and people.

3. Osceola officers, families pay tribute to those they have lost
Three agencies in Osceola County came together Wednesday to host the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony.

4. Brightline is 'halfway home' to Orlando — is Tampa next?
The company that promises high-speed rail service from South Florida to Orlando by late next year declared itself halfway home Wednesday.

5. 'A little bit like whiplash': Is anxiety over changing guidelines normal?
As restrictions are being lifted, many are sprinting back to normal life. However others, are just not there yet. Psychologists shared that it's normal to be on either side of the spectrum.


Around the Nation

1. House votes to create Jan. 6 Capitol riot commission despite opposition from GOP leadership

2. Amazon, Kroger join list of companies dropping mask mandates following CDC announcement

3. Biden speaks to Coast Guard graduates, points toward the future: 'We need you badly'

4. New York AG’s office says it is now criminally investigating Trump Organization

Quote of the Day

Wilfre Mercedes is 15 years old. He loves soccer, so he got out of his hospital bed to play a quick game in the hallway — days after receiving a heart transplant.