w Disney announces Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates for 2023 By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Apr 2023 15:44:05 +0000 Disney World says Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will begin Aug. 11. Tickets go on sale in May. Full Article
w Disney World to open first affordable housing units in 2026 By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Apr 2023 18:15:48 +0000 The development west of Disney World will open with 100 more units than previously announced, for a total of about 1,400 income-capped apartments. Full Article
w New I-Drive attraction to immerse visitors in world of Lonely Dog By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:27:36 +0000 Lonely Dog attraction, based on paintings from New Zealnd, to open on Orlando's International Drive. Full Article
w Why is Ron DeSantis so determined to keep taking on Disney? By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sat, 22 Apr 2023 17:56:34 +0000 DeSantis’ war with Disney has some fellow Republicans questioning why he’s spending so much time battling Florida’s biggest name in tourism. Full Article
w Disneyland dragon bursts into flames during ‘Fantasmic’ show By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:26:58 +0000 Spectators at Disneyland’s popular “Fantasmic” show got a shock this weekend when the feature’s fire-breathing animatronic dragon suddenly burst into flames. Full Article
w Disney World’s ‘Fantasmic’ continues despite dragon fire at Disneyland show By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:29:08 +0000 "Fantasmic" show continues at Disney's Hollywood Studios despite Maleficent fire during Disneyland show. Full Article
w Fun Spot: Mine Blower coaster getting rail upgrade By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:56:02 +0000 Mine Blower roller coaster making rail upgrades with RMC at Fun Spot park in Kissimmee. Full Article
w SeaWorld: Viva la Musica concerts set By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Apr 2023 17:06:14 +0000 SeaWorld Orlando's Viva la Musica concert lineup include Melina Leon, Jon Secada, Grupo Mania, Rey Ruiz Full Article
w Lawmakers unveil plan to inspect Disney World monorails By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Apr 2023 22:45:48 +0000 Lawmakers will take up an amendment requiring the Florida Department of Transportation to inspect Disney World's monorails. Full Article
w Florida Senate panel OKs Disney World monorail inspections By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Apr 2023 17:38:30 +0000 Disney World’s monorail system is poised to get state oversight as Gov. Ron DeSantis battles the theme park giant. Full Article
w Hollywood Studios: Reimagined Pixar Place returns with Incredibles, Edna Mode in May By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Apr 2023 18:29:39 +0000 Disney reopening Pixar Place, an 'Incredibles' meet-and-greet at Hollywood Studios in May. Full Article
w Robocop BBot will ‘walk’ the beat at Orange County Convention Center By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:03:36 +0000 The robot’s debut next month does not signal the AI takeover just yet, convention center leaders say. Full Article
w Port Canaveral revamps budget projection with record passenger counts By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:43:59 +0000 The crowds have been coming to the cruise lines at a higher rate than planned at Port Canaveral, and officials have reprojected what was already set to be record numbers to a total that’s more than double what it saw before the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
w Theme Park Rangers Radar: Overlooked at Animal Kingdom plus wardrobe words from ambassadors By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:01:58 +0000 Theme Park Rangers Radar looks for overlooked animals at Disney World, learns about WDW ambassadors' clothing. Full Article
w Icon Park: Wheel’s onboard game introduces retro Florida feel By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:59:15 +0000 Wheel at Icon Park brings back onboard game, this time called Great Florida Road Trip with retro feel, faux cameras Full Article
w Our guide to theme park people-watching By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:30:00 +0000 There is prime people-watching to be had at Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld theme parks Full Article
w Disney World: Another way to see Ariel (and her legs) is coming up By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Apr 2023 21:44:02 +0000 Disney World to host new meet-and-greets with Ariel in conjunction with new live-action "Little Mermaid" movie Full Article
w PODCAST: Impact of Disneyland dragon fire, BBot security robot rolls into town and Icon Park debuts retro game (Ep. 187) By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Apr 2023 13:34:16 +0000 On this episode of Theme Park Rangers, Orlando Sentinel tourism reporters Dewayne Bevil and Katie Rice discuss the fire that damaged the Maleficent dragon at Disneyland and its impact on Disney World shows. Full Article
w Plant Doctor: What to know if you’re planting broccoli for the first time By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2024 10:00:25 +0000 Tom MacCubbin gives advice on gardening in Florida including care of broccoli, pindo palms, tibouchina, California poppies, azaleas, flax lilies, liriope and bromeliads Full Article Entertainment Home and Garden Latest Headlines Things To Do
w Florida Hispanics drawn to Trump despite race-baiting, deportation threats By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 12:00:57 +0000 Economic and social issues were more important for many voters. Interviews with Osceola County voters of Puerto Rican heritage show the trend. Full Article Election Latest Headlines News Politics
w Xander the Great! Schauffele wins the British Open for his 2nd major this year By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sun, 21 Jul 2024 19:28:45 +0000 By DOUG FERGUSON TROON, Scotland (AP) — Xander Schauffele won the British Open on Sunday for his second major of the year, delivering a masterpiece at Royal Troon with a 6-under 65 to overcome a two-shot deficit and give the Americans a sweep of the four majors for the first time since 1982. Schauffele, who […] Full Article Golf Sports
w Jon Rahm wins 1st LIV Golf title; Jhonattan Vegas takes 3M Open to end drought By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 22:45:34 +0000 The 29-year-old Spanish star is one seven LIV players in the Olympics next week at Le Golf National outside Paris. Full Article Golf Sports
w Scottie Scheffler gets the Olympic gold medal in a thriller with a 9-under 62 in the final round By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Aug 2024 16:29:07 +0000 Scottie Scheffler delivered the best performance of his greatest year by rallying from four shots behind on Sunday with a 9-under 62 to win the Olympic gold medal in men’s golf in a thriller at Le Golf National. Full Article Golf Latest Headlines Olympics Sports
w Matsuyama avoids collapse and rallies to win FedEx Cup playoffs opener By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 22:35:15 +0000 With his command of the tournament slipping away, Matsuyama rolled in a 25-foot birdie putt on the 17th hole to regain the lead and then hit two shots as precise as any he hit all day for one last birdie to win a wild PGA Tour postseason opener at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Full Article Golf Sports
w Koepka wins LIV Golf Greenbrier in playoff over Rahm By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 22:50:06 +0000 The FSU alum, who also won LIV Golf Singapore this year, picked up his fifth career victory since the Saudi-funded league began in June 2022. Full Article Golf Sports
w Matsuyama survives collapse to win FedEx Cup playoff opener; Koepka tops Rahm in LIV Golf By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:03:22 +0000 The start of the PGA Tour’s postseason had tense moments at the top of the leaderboard and on the bubble to determine the top 50 players in the FedEx Cup who advanced. Full Article Golf Sports
w Scottie Scheffler caps off record season with PGA Tour title and $25 million bonus By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sun, 01 Sep 2024 22:47:14 +0000 Scottie Scheffler capped off the biggest year in golf in nearly two decades by winning the biggest prize in golf. Full Article Golf Latest Headlines Sports
w Scottie Scheffler caps off record season with PGA Tour title and $25 million bonus By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Sep 2024 04:26:21 +0000 Scottie Scheffler capped off the biggest year in golf in nearly two decades by winning the biggest prize in golf. Full Article Golf Latest Headlines Sports
w Scottie Scheffler has a strong mind that will be put to the test as expectations rise | Analysis By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 17:38:57 +0000 His mental strength will need to be stronger than ever going forward. Scheffler has the Presidents Cup in two weeks, a title to defend in the Bahamas at the Hero World Challenge after Thanksgiving and then it’s on to 2025. Full Article Golf Sports
w Wall Street makes wagers on the likely winners and losers in a second Trump term By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 17:00:12 +0000 While strong rhetoric on the campaign trail can cause these big swings, not all of the promises turn into actual policy. Full Article Business National News National Politics News Politics network
w Trump has promised to ‘save TikTok.’ What happens next is less clear By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 18:17:01 +0000 Trump tried to ban the social media platform the last time he was in the White House. Full Article Business National Politics News Politics Donald Trump network
w How to go cashless while also avoiding credit card debt By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 20:46:10 +0000 Tracking your spending, using prepaid cards and setting low credit limits can prevent you from spending money you don't have when using digital payment methods. Full Article Business network Personal Finance
w Seminole approves $14M contract with ‘outdated’ Lynx bus service but commits to cut costs By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 20:54:35 +0000 Commissioners blast it for inefficiencies and plan to work on finding ways to save money Full Article Business Latest Headlines Local News News Politics Transportation
w Holiday flights are cheaper this year — here’s how to book smart By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:12:15 +0000 The holiday airfares out there have dipped across the board this year, compared with the same period in 2023. Full Article Business Things To Do Travel network Personal Finance
w UF’s Todd Golden will coach against Grambling State amid allegations of stalking, sexual harassment By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 23:27:18 +0000 Todd Golden released a statement a day earlier acknowledging an ongoing school inquiry and said he's considering “defamation claims" as he consults with attorney Ken Turkel of Tampa. Full Article College Sports Latest Headlines Sports Florida Gators
w How the Hurricanes can make the College Football Playoff after their first loss of the season By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 19:01:43 +0000 Despite losing their first game of the season, the Hurricanes still control their own destiny and can make the ACC title game and College Football Playoff. Full Article College Sports Latest Headlines Sports Miami Hurricanes
w UF QB DJ Lagway improving, expected to practice with Gators By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 19:50:58 +0000 Billy Napier hinted that Lagway, who suffered a Grade 2 strain in his left leg Nov. 2 against Georgia, will participate in more than individual drills — as the team's 19-year-old starter did last week ahead of Saturday's visit to Texas. Napier sat out Lagway after he tried to warm up with the team prior to a 49-17 loss. Full Article College Sports Latest Headlines Sports Florida Gators
w Gators coach Todd Golden warmly received prior to win against Grambling State By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 03:05:33 +0000 Following the win, Todd Golden did not comment on the allegations. UF's third-year coach referred only to a statement he made Saturday evening, where he acknowledged an ongoing Title IX investigation by UF and said he and attorney Ken Turkel are considering “defamation claims.” Full Article College Sports Latest Headlines Sports Florida Gators
w Gators’ chance for bowl bid arrives with LSU | Analysis By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:00:44 +0000 A Florida-LSU game with nothing significant at stake is a sign of the Gators' continued decline under coach Billy Napier and the Tigers' sudden stagnation under Brian Kelly. Full Article College Sports Latest Headlines Sports Florida Gators
w GATORS PODCAST: Chaos consumes Gator Nation with Golden allegations, Napier endorsement (Ep. 255) By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:00:14 +0000 During the latest Swamp Things, Mark and Edgar discuss the craziest few days during their more than two decades covering Florida athletics. Full Article College Sports Latest Headlines Sports Florida Gators
w Beede’s Breakdown: How Magic crushed Hornets to open NBA Cup play By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 02:26:40 +0000 Franz Wagner totaled a season-high 32 points in three quarters when the Magic opened NBA Cup Group A action vs. Charlotte at Kia Center. Full Article Latest Headlines NBA Orlando Magic Sports
w Lightning coach Jon Cooper’s ‘Coop’s Catch’ charity surpasses $1 million to help kids with cancer By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:46:55 +0000 Monday morning, Cooper held his seventh annual “Coop’s Catch for Kids” charity fishing tournament, which benefits pediatric cancer research. Cooper’s first tournament in 2016 raised $60,000. This year’s event has brought the grand total to more than $1 million. Full Article NHL Sports Tampa Bay Lightning
w Reconciliation underway between Jon Gruden, Bucs owners By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:08:57 +0000 In 2021, the Bucs announced they were removing the Super Bowl 37-winning coach from their Ring of Honor, a day after he resigned as Raiders coach following the release of offensive emails. Full Article NFL Sports Tampa Bay Buccaneers
w Column: Hollywood is so lost it can’t even satirize itself. It’s time to rewatch HBO’s ‘The Comeback’ instead By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 19:43:59 +0000 HBO’s superhero movie satire “The Franchise” has no new ideas and it’s not even funny. Ironically, the 20-year-old Hollywood satire called “The Comeback” feels more timely. Full Article Entertainment Things To Do TV and Streaming network
w Disney Cruise Line arrives to Port Canaveral with newest ship Disney Treasure By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:55:41 +0000 Disney Cruise Line's newest ship Disney Treasure arrived to Port Canaveral for its Port Canaveral debut on Tuesday. Full Article Business Disney World Entertainment Theme Parks Things To Do Tourism Travel Cruise
w Review: ‘Blitz’ stars Saiorse Ronan as a 1940 wartime Londoner searching for her son By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:00:29 +0000 Steve McQueen's latest movie splits its time between grand and grandiosity and packs a Dickensian amount of peril into an otherwise worthwhile story. Full Article Entertainment Movies Things To Do network
w Orlando Fringe will close downtown ArtSpace By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:00:04 +0000 Orlando Fringe has ended its deal with the city and will leave the Church Street ArtSpace by February, leaders say. Finances are to blame. Full Article Entertainment Latest Headlines Local News News Theater Things To Do
w Chef Henry Moso’s handroll bar, Mosonori, has soft opening in Winter Park By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:00:10 +0000 Mosonori, a new handroll bar by James Beard Award finalist Henry Moso, has soft-opened in Winter Park. Full Article Entertainment Latest Headlines Restaurants Food & Drink Things To Do
w Got a pre-holiday hankering? Orlando’s got serious Thanksgiving sandwich game By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:00:16 +0000 With Pom Pom’s Mama Ling Ling off our cravings menu for good, it’s time to review some of Orlando’s best options for a classic “leftover sando.” Full Article Entertainment Latest Headlines Restaurants Food & Drink Things To Do
w Plant Doctor: Some light pruning now could bring more blooms to impatiens By www.orlandosentinel.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 10:00:14 +0000 Tom MacCubbin gives advice on gardening in Florida including care of impatiens, poinsettias, squash, crape myrtles, ginger plants, hydrangeas and plumeria. Full Article Entertainment Home and Garden Latest Headlines Things To Do