When it comes to the Orlando Dreamers and the burgeoning public campaign to bring Major League Baseball to Central Florida, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings hasn’t exactly grabbed a bat and sprinted out of the dugout.
He hasn’t thrown out the ceremonial first pitch. He hasn’t been photographed in an Orlando Dreamers cap. He hasn’t rushed to a microphone to
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Universal Studios opened its new theme park Epic Universe and it hopes the five new worlds will help it take on rival Disney and bring in millions of visitors.
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Restaurants and resorts around the city and throughout Central Florida are celebrating Memorial Day weekend with fun events and specials, as well as discounts for and charitable efforts toward military personnel and nonprofits that support them. Read on for a delicious selection:
American Social Bar & Kitchen: This Memorial Day, come “Tip Your Troops.” In partnership with Horse Soldier Bourbon,
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A warm climate and lush environment were early draws for the Florida tourism industry. The arrival of railroads, leisure travel and air-conditioning jump-started the Sunshine State ahead of the 1971 arrival of Walt Disney World. A lot of travel stops have come and gone over the decades. Here is a brief look at Central Florida’s attractions, through the years.
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When the portals of Epic Universe theme park officially open Thursday morning, Universal Orlando will welcome a new era of attractions technology.
Central Florida’s first big theme park debut since 1999 was designed with modern features to align with the expectations of today’s consumers. There’s fresh tech on multiple fronts. Sometimes it’s obvious — such as lockers activated by facial
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“Plant Like a Floridian” workshop: Residents are invited to learn how to protect Florida’s natural beauty and waterways during a free workshop hosted by the ReGrow Volusia program. Attendees will learn about Florida-native landscape plants and trees, water-wise gardening practices, and Volusia County’s fertilizer ordinance. Participants will also take part in a short walk through the refuge’s native plant
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Rock ‘N Roll Concert and Car Show: Featuring live music, more than 150 classic cars, muscle cars, and hot rods, for car enthusiasts to enjoy, and a contest for best car. As part of this Memorial Weekend celebration, the city will again honor all veterans for their service with a color guard display and plaque. And more than
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Memorial Day Ceremony: The event will include a flag-raising ceremony, laying of wreaths, guest speakers, and a moment of silence to honor our fallen heroes. 4-5:30 p.m. May 26, 65th Infantry Park, 301 Buenaventura Blvd., Kissimmee, free, 07-548-1930.
155th Silver Spurs Rodeo: Events include bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, barrel racing, team roping, calf roping and
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Qigong Movement and Breathing: Embark on a transformative journey with Jasmine Win, a modern qigong instructor, and discover the ancient practice of qigong. Learn at your own pace and ability in this joyful and relaxing class. Registration required. 2 p.m. May 23, Southwest branch of the Orange County Library System, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando, free, 407-835-7323, ocls.org.
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We are quickly approaching our inaugural fundraising event on May 27th to benefit the Reedy Creek Fire Charity Hero Fund, and today, we are sharing a look at the five Continue Reading →
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