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In the woods of east Orange, a nonprofit offers hope to the hidden homeless

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 11/30 12:00A Ryan Gillespie

Deep in the forest behind a convenience store in eastern Orange County, Stacy, a former restaurant manager, has a roof over her head. It’s made of corrugated metal, sitting propped on some panels and...

After nearly 50 years on death row, Tommy Zeigler seeks final chance at freedom

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 11/30 12:00A Martin E. Comas

The Winter Garden Police chief was at a party on Christmas Eve 1975 when he received a phone call from his friend Tommy Zeigler, the owner of a furniture store on Dillard Street. “I’ve been shot,...

From the editor: Help us continue our important journalism

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 11/29 11:58P Roger Simmons

Dear readers, On behalf of our newsroom staff, I want to express my gratitude to you for being an Orlando Sentinel reader and someone who supports a free press, which is vital for our democracy. While...

Orlando Museum of Art to open largest U.S. David LaChapelle exhibit

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 11/29 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

A retrospective of the work of acclaimed photographer-director David LaChapelle is coming to Orlando Museum of Art in the new year. And it will include a world-premiere creation the museum describes...

Orlando small businesses can count on local shoppers’ loyalty this season

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 11/28 10:30P Silas Morgan

As Americans feel their wallets tighten this Black Friday, Orlando s small businesses are counting on the loyalty of customers in their community to ensure steady business. Sarah Johnson-Markve is the...

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Twinkly Awards: 2025 call for submissions

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 11/30 12:00A Patrick Connolly

Do you have a neighbor who goes all out decorating for Christmas? Do you drive past a blindingly bright holiday display on your commute home? Are you an aspiring Clark Griswold, hauling out thousands...

Orlando theaters collect food for hungry students during holidays

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 11/28 10:00P Matthew J. Palm

Three Central Florida theaters are uniting once again this holiday season to aid local children who go hungry when not in school. After a brief hiatus, Orlando Family Stage ,...

Orlando Family Holiday Events: Top 10 Things to Do Nov 27-30

Orlando Family Fun Magazine 11/26 1:20A Karl Moranette

Planning a memorable Thanksgiving weekend? Instead of battling the theme park crowds, we ve compiled the ultimate guide to the Orlando Family... The post Orlando Family...

Amazon Black Friday Deals 2025

Orlando Family Fun Magazine 11/24 10:20P Karl Moranette

The Black Friday shopping frenzy is officially underway! Therefore, you have come to the right place for the absolute best... The post Amazon Black Friday Deals 2025 appeared...

Hadestown Brings Its Tony-Winning Magic to Orlando This Weekend: November 28-30, 2025

My Central Florida Family 11/24 4:13A Brandi Zrallack

Hadestown Brings Its Tony-Winning Magic to Orlando This Weekend: November 28-30, 2025 Hadestown Brings Its Tony-Winning Magic to Orlando This Weekend: November 28-30, 2025 Get...

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Tasty Chomps’ Founder Ricky Ly Honored as 2025 Orange County’s Citizen of the Year

Tasty Chomps 11/19 2:19A Ricky Ly

Just sharing some recent news I was recognized as Orange County‘s Distinguished Citizen of the Year for 2025 by Mayor Jerry Demings this past weekend here in Orlando! Truly grateful for the privilege...

Top 16 Places to Eat in Orlando, According to Yelp Elites

Tasty Chomps 11/19 1:39A Irene M

This roundup highlights Orlando spots that stood out in Yelp Elite reviews from August 2024 to August 2025. These restaurants offer a mix of local flavor, standout dishes, and memorable dining...

Upcoming Event: Glide Into Holiday Magic: Ice Skating & Fire Pits at Grande Lakes Orlando

Tasty Chomps 11/17 2:18A Irene M

Orlando is getting a true winter treat this year. Grande Lakes Orlando, which includes both The Ritz-Carlton Orlando and JW Marriott Orlando, is unveiling a brand new outdoor ice rink along with a...

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Pictures: Orlando Magic serves Thanksgiving at coalition for 33rd year

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 11/27 5:31A Joe Burbank

Members of the Orlando Magic organization gather to serve at the team’s 33rd Annual Thanksgiving Breakfast in partnership with the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida at the coalition’s...

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Magic flex depth in loss at Boston with Banchero’s return ‘pretty close’

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 11/24 4:04A Jason Beede

BOSTON — Magic forward Paolo Banchero could only watch from the bench inside TD Garden on Sunday night when his teammates rallied late against the Celtics to open a three-game...

Orlando’s Tyus Jones, Anthony Black lean on each other to help boost Magic

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 11/19 5:56A Jason Beede

In German stars Franz and Moe Wagner , the Magic have a pair of true brothers on their roster. But a new brotherhood is quickly forming in the Orlando locker room between two teammates who play the...

Bianchi: Magic are finding their rhythm while fans need to find their perspective

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 11/19 3:39A Mike Bianchi

Running off at the typewriter. … Can we now please stop with all of the ridiculous rhetoric? Five games That’s all it took — five games into an 82-game season — for a slice of...

Magic not discouraged after overtime loss at Houston: ‘The fight was there’

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 11/17 5:52A Jason Beede

Entering Sunday s game against the Magic , the Rockets averaged a league-high 125.5 points, 13.4 makes from 3-point range and 26.5 assists on a nightly basis. Orlando held...

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