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8 Orlando theme parks, 8 wishes for 2026

Trader Joe’s will open new store in east Orlando later this year

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Another warm and dry day in Central Florida after morning fog

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/9 12:43A Garfield Hylton

Friday will be mostly sunny with highs near the low 80s. Central Florida areas will be dealing with fog until around 9 a.m., according to NWS Melbourne. Warm conditions are...

8 Orlando theme parks, 8 wishes for 2026

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/8 11:06P Dewayne Bevil

Presenting a 2026 wish list for Orlando’s theme parks: There is one hope or dream per park, and the goal is to have them not be too expensive. Disney , Universal and SeaWorld already have their...

Lake Eola’s swan vet hopes worst of bird flu outbreak is over as death count hits 20

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/7 8:21A Ryan Gillespie

The veterinarian overseeing care of Lake Eola’s prized swans said the highly transmissible strain of avian flu rapidly infecting the flock was hopefully stabilizing, even as...

DeSantis orders special legislative session to change Florida congressional districts

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/7 7:20A Anthony Man

Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday he would order the Florida Legislature to convene for a special session to redraw the state’s congressional districts before the 2026...

‘Cold-stunned’ turtles get warm welcome, medical care at SeaWorld

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/7 1:48A Dewayne Bevil

SeaWorld Orlando is caring for “cold-stunned” sea turtles rescued from Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The goal is to return the animals to the Atlantic Ocean. The 14 Kemp’s ridley turtles are part of an...

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Beyond the Parks: Your Guide to Orlando Family Weekend Activities (Jan 9–11, 2026)

Orlando Family Fun Magazine 1/7 1:31A Karl Moranette

When people think of Orlando in January, they usually imagine shorter lines at the big theme parks. However, local families... The post Beyond the Parks: Your Guide to Orlando...

January brings art, showtunes, Jon Bennett and the art of the tease

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 1/4 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

January on the Central Florida arts scene is anchored by Orlando Fringe s Winter Mini-Fest at the start of the month (Jan. 7-11) and the Zora! festival celebrating the legacy of Eatonville author Zora...

AMC Theatres 50% Off Tuesdays & Wednesdays: What Central Florida Families Need to Know

My Central Florida Family 1/4 12:05A Brandi Zrallack

AMC Theatres 50% Off Tuesdays Wednesdays: What Central Florida Families Need to Know AMC Theatres 50% Off Tuesdays Wednesdays: What Central Florida Families Need to Know If [...

Just Salad offers ‘resolutionaries’ fab fast-casual options | Review

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 12/31 10:00P Amy Drew Thompson

Some months ago, I was sitting in my car at a red light. My mom, beside me in the passenger seat, was observing her surroundings. Just Salad , she said, noting a newish fast-casual in the shopping...

Looking ahead: 10 highlights in art, music and theater for 2026

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 12/29 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

It s that time of year when arts lovers start filling out — and filling up — the new calendar. There s so much theater, music, dance and art ahead, including the lineup of festivals that marks the...

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PANDA FEST, One of The Biggest Outdoor Asian Food Festivals in the U.S. is Coming to Orlando

Tasty Chomps 1/5 4:03A Ricky Ly

PANDA FEST Brings Food, Fun And Culture To Orlando February 27 – March 1 PANDA FEST’s First Event of 2026 and First-Ever Event in Orlando Brings Local and National Food, Fun and Culture to Central...

8 Hot Restaurants to Try Omakase Dining in Orlando

Tasty Chomps 12/29 2:56A Irene M

Omakase is a style of dining where guests place their trust in the chef, allowing them to curate a multi-course tasting menu served in a specific progression. Rather than...

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8 Orlando theme parks, 8 wishes for 2026

Trader Joe’s will open new store in east Orlando later this year

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Another warm and dry day in Central Florida after morning fog

8 Orlando theme parks, 8 wishes for 2026

Lake Eola’s swan vet hopes worst of bird flu outbreak is over as death count hits 20

DeSantis orders special legislative session to change Florida congressional districts

‘Cold-stunned’ turtles get warm welcome, medical care at SeaWorld

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Beyond the Parks: Your Guide to Orlando Family Weekend Activities (Jan 9–11, 2026)

January brings art, showtunes, Jon Bennett and the art of the tease

AMC Theatres 50% Off Tuesdays & Wednesdays: What Central Florida Families Need to Know

Just Salad offers ‘resolutionaries’ fab fast-casual options | Review

Looking ahead: 10 highlights in art, music and theater for 2026

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PANDA FEST, One of The Biggest Outdoor Asian Food Festivals in the U.S. is Coming to Orlando

8 Hot Restaurants to Try Omakase Dining in Orlando

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