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Orlando Sentinel 150: Valencia State College happened in a hurry in 1967

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/10 11:56P Roger Simmons

As part of the Orlando Sentinel s 150th birthday, each month we ll focus on a key topic that helped shape the Central Florida of today and how we covered that topic. January s topic is higher...

Florida deregulated nursing schools. Scam colleges and failing students followed

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 1/10 12:00A Annie Martin

Alarmed by a growing shortage of nurses, Florida lawmakers in 2009 eased regulations on the schools tasked with training them, inviting new institutions to enter the market. The results were swift:...

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...

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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...

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...

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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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...