ORLANDO, Fla. — First Lady Jill Biden is preparing to visit Central Florida.

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The White House just announced she will fly into Orlando next Thursday, Aug 18, where she will speak at the Warrior Games family and athlete welcome event at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.

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She is also set to speak at a summit to encourage businesses to hire veterans and military spouses on Friday, Aug. 19.

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The first lady’s visit is to support the White House’s Joining Forces initiative.

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Channel 9 will have a crew at the events and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.

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