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Orlando Shakes to premiere ‘Eyes Were Watching God’ play

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/14 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

Orlando will host the world premiere of a new stage adaptation of a masterwork by one of Central Florida s most significant literary luminaries. Orlando Shakes has been chosen to develop a play based...

SpaceX launch sets record turnaround from Cape Canaveral pad

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/14 6:17A Richard Tribou

SpaceX is starting to get the ball rolling on its Florida launch card with its fourth mission of the year coming less than two days since the last launch setting a record for...

SeaWorld concert lineup: Flo Rida, Gene Simmons, Smash Mouth, Tiffany, more

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/14 5:52A Dewayne Bevil

SeaWorld Orlando has unveiled the bulk of its lineup for the concert series tied to its 2026 Seven Seas Food Festival .  First up: Flo Rida on Jan. 31. The list identifies 25 concert dates, some with...

No gun found after Longwood police shoot man reported to be armed, suicidal

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/14 5:22A Cristóbal Reyes

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating after a Longwood police officer shot a man Tuesday night after responding to a report about a suspect with a gun at...

Maxwell: Florida’s CFO post needs watchdogs, not lapdogs and buffoonery

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/14 4:51A Scott Maxwell

Last week, a Republican lawmaker announced that he was sinking $5 million of his own money into his campaign for state CFO, saying he wants to use the post to take a serious...

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Universal Mardi Gras 2026 Returns with Concerts, Cuisine & Carnaval Fun

My Central Florida Family 1/14 2:22A Brandi Zrallack

Universal Mardi Gras 2026 Returns with Concerts, Cuisine Carnaval Fun Universal Mardi Gras 2026 Returns with Concerts, Cuisine Carnaval Fun Universal Orlando Resort is...

At the Dr. Phillips Center, a really big day for music

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 1/11 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

Looking at a single day of the calendar demonstrates the impact that the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has had on our arts scene. The date in question is Jan. 16, a red-letter day for...

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 [...

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RFK Jr and USDA Unveil New 2026 “Inverted” Food Pyramid, Nutritional Guidelines Emphasize “Real...

Tasty Chomps 1/11 3:23A Ricky Ly

In January 2026 , the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA) under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture...

8 Ways to Celebrate – 2026 Lunar New Year Celebrations in Orlando – The Year of The Horse

Tasty Chomps 1/11 2:49A Ricky Ly

Lunar New Year in 2026 falls on Tuesday, February 17 , marking the start of the Year of the Horse in the Asian zodiac calendar. It s celebrated by Chinese, Vietnamese, and other Asian cultures. The...

Orlando Pickle Fest Coming To Festival Park This April

Tasty Chomps 1/11 2:23A Ricky Ly

Battle Bros Events is bringing the ultimate pickle celebration to Orlando with the Orlando Pickle Fest on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Festival Park (2911 E Robinson St, Orlando, FL 32803) . Running...

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...

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Franz Wagner set to make return for Magic in Berlin; Suggs remains out

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 1/14 1:56A Jason Beede

Magic fans only had one question heading into Thursday s game between Orlando and Memphis in Berlin at Uber Arena. Will Franz Wagner play? The Magic shared their answer...

Carducci named new general manager of Orlando Pride

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 1/13 3:15A Kyle Foley

Caitlin Carducci was named the Orlando Pride s new VP of soccer operations & general manager on Tuesday. The announcement concludes a two-month search following the unexpected...

Magic bounce back behind Banchero buzzer-beater but still search for consecutive wins

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 1/8 8:01A Jason Beede

The Nets outscored the Magic 29-14 in the fourth quarter, forced five more minutes of action at Barclays Center and took a 103-101 lead with 5.3 seconds left in overtime...

Orlando to make bid to host 2030 NBA All-Star Weekend

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 1/8 6:47A Jason Beede

The NBA All-Star Game could be returning to Orlando in the future. Jason Siegel, the president and CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission , announced Thursday afternoon...

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2026 Homeownership Resolutions for Orlando Buyers

Orlando Ave 1/14 6:26A tisner

As 2026 begins, many of us are setting fresh goals and resolutions for the year ahead. While it’s easy to feel motivated in January, staying consistent is often the real challenge. If buying a home in...

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