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Hot for Halloween: Disney, other parks kick off spooky season

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 8/13 1:00A Dewayne Bevil

Sure, the calendar indicates there are 11 weeks until Halloween. But Florida’s theme parks say it’s about to get spooky in these parts. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party , the after-hours,...

Afternoon rains and showers expected, but Wednesday is mostly dry

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 8/13 12:51A Garfield Hylton

Temperatures are increasing, and rain chances are decreasing near the coast. It s close to normal coverage of showers and storms around Central Florida, according to NWS...

Last chance: Goodbye to Universal’s Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 8/13 12:06A Dewayne Bevil

It s almost time for the last dance for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit . The final chance to board Universal Studios theme park’s 16-year-old roller coaster will be Sunday. Work on a successor attraction...

5 Central Florida restaurants shut down last week

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 8/13 12:00A Garfield Hylton

Five Central Florida restaurants shut down the week of Aug. 3-9, according to data from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Orange Okayama Sushi...

Tropical Storm Erin surges through Atlantic with Caribbean islands now at risk, NHC says

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 8/12 2:00A Richard Tribou

Tropical Storm Erin on Tuesday continued to push west through the Atlantic as the National Hurricane Center forecasted it to become a major hurricane with Puerto Rico and other Caribbean islands in...

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‘Anthology,’ new partnership, Singhaus scholarship, more | Arts notes

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 8/12 11:00P Matthew J. Palm

Here are items for your cultural calendar, starting with a new partnership between two established institutions. Crealdé School of Art and Casa Feliz have teamed up on an art exhibition at the...

Restaurants trot out special dishes to celebrate 20 years of Magical Dining

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 8/12 11:00P Amy Drew Thompson

Visit Orlando s Magical Dining is celebrating 20 years in 2025, but the Good Salt Restaurant Group — with four restaurants participating this year — is marking a couple of special anniversaries, too,...

Gatorland’s Award-Winning Screamin’ Gator Zipline End of Summer Sale in 2025

My Central Florida Family 8/12 7:20A Brandi Zrallack

Gatorland s Award-Winning Screamin Gator Zipline End of Summer Sale in 2025 Gatorland s Award-Winning Screamin Gator Zipline End of Summer Sale in 2025 Gatorland®, the...

Busch Gardens 2026 Event Line Up and 2026 Fun Card Offer

My Central Florida Family 8/12 7:13A Brandi Zrallack

Busch Gardens 2026 Event Line Up and 2026 Fun Card Offer Busch Gardens 2026 Event Line Up and 2026 Fun Card Offer Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Florida’s thrill ride [ ] The post...

Disney On Ice Presents Jump In! – Where Magical Memories Come Alive

My Central Florida Family 8/12 7:01A Brandi Zrallack

Disney On Ice Presents Jump In! – Where Magical Memories Come Alive Disney On Ice Presents Jump In! – Where Magical Memories Come Alive There’s something truly unforgettable...

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Pride makes trade with Denver Summit, a NWSL expansion team

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 8/13 7:03A Associated Press

By ANNE M. PETERSON The Denver Summit have acquired forward Ally Watt in a trade with the Orlando Pride, making her the expansion club’s first player. The Summit will start...

Bianchi: Move over Tiger, Shaq, Arnie and Annika, Marta is the GOAT of Orlando sports

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 8/7 5:01A Mike Bianchi

Running off at the typewriter. … I got to thinking about this the other day and I wanted to present the question to you: Who do you think is the greatest professional athlete...

Orlando City need win — and a little luck — to advance to Leagues Cup quarterfinals

Orlando City Soccer : Orlando Sentinel 8/5 11:00P Kyle Foley

Orlando City is set to wrap up Phase One of the Leagues Cup campaign, and the Lions must win and have other results go their way if they want to advance to the quarterfinals....

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Easy Ways to Add Character & Charm to Your Orlando Home—Inside and Out

Orlando Ave 8/12 7:48A tisner

In today’s fast-paced real estate market, especially here in Orlando , where new developments continue to shape our skyline and suburban neighborhoods, homebuyers aren’t just looking for square...

Give Your Walls a Voice: Creative Accent Wall Ideas to Transform Your Space

Orlando Ave 8/5 1:00A tisner

Who says every wall in your home has to be plain white with a few family photos or framed art? If you’re ready to add personality, style, and a focal point to your space, it might be time to think...

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