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After queer-festival cancellation, Q Fest will take its place

‘Crealdé at 50,’ ‘To Catch a Dream’ at OMA, ‘Timeless Mosaics’ at Rollins among upcoming visual art...

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Osceola deputies arrest suspect in hotel shooting

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/5 3:36A Garfield Hylton

Osceola County deputies have a suspect after a shooting at a Kissimmee hotel. On Friday, deputies announced the arrest of 33-year-old Shahzaib Ahmed Khan, according to a...

UF’s interim president could make $2.5 million in first year

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/5 3:00A Divya Kumar

The base pay for the University of Florida’s interim president has gone up. A contract proposed to the state’s Board of Governors would pay Dr. Donald Landry, the University...

Candidates in three Seminole cities win seats without opposition

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/5 2:57A Martin E. Comas

Incumbents are sailing to reelection in Seminole County, where five current officeholders — as well as one political newcomer — in three municipalities were elected to their...

Mayor Demings defends Orange County’s spending

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/5 2:56A Stephen Hudak

Lambasted a week ago by state officials for egregious spending, Orange County leaders defended their proposed $8.3 billion county budget at the first of two required hearings...

Kissimmee seeks to educate on property taxes amid state push for cuts

Local News : Orlando Sentinel 9/5 2:00A Natalia Jaramillo

Fearing what changes may come with Gov. Ron DeSantis push to eliminate property taxes, Kissimmee is looking to launch a public awareness campaign to educate residents on their...

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Falls, Fairs, and Festivals Guide in Orlando: Family Fun This Fall

My Central Florida Family 8/29 11:15A Brandi Zrallack

Falls, Fairs, and Festivals Guide in Orlando: Family Fun This Fall Falls, Fairs, and Festivals Guide in Orlando: Family Fun This Fall Looking for a fun fall fair or [ ] The...

Space Florida and Seminole County Public Schools Launch Space Florida Academy Program

My Central Florida Family 8/29 7:19A Brandi Zrallack

Space Florida and Seminole County Public Schools Launch Space Florida Academy Program Space Florida and Seminole County Public Schools Launch Space Florida Academy Program...

Central Florida Zoo Debuts Thrilling New Virtual Reality Attraction for Families

My Central Florida Family 8/29 7:15A Brandi Zrallack

Central Florida Zoo Debuts Thrilling New Virtual Reality Attraction for Families Central Florida Zoo Debuts Thrilling New Virtual Reality Attraction for Families Prepare to be...

Howl-O-Scream Flash Sale: Get Free Front-of-Line Access with Your Ticket

My Central Florida Family 8/29 7:11A Brandi Zrallack

Howl-O-Scream Flash Sale: Get Free Front-of-Line Access with Your Ticket Howl-O-Scream Flash Sale: Get Free Front-of-Line Access with Your Ticket The scares are heating up...

Fun Spot America Launches Exclusive Florida Resident Sale with HUGE Savings

My Central Florida Family 8/29 7:01A Brandi Zrallack

Fun Spot America Launches Exclusive Florida Resident Sale with HUGE Savings Fun Spot America Launches Exclusive Florida Resident Sale with HUGE Savings Fun Spot America Theme...

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UPCOMING EVENT: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic returns November 14-15

Tasty Chomps 9/3 4:04A Ricky Ly

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic returns for its 16th year with bold new flavors and an all-new culinary lineup. Nearly every dish on the 2025 menu will make its event debut,...

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Former Magic star Dwight Howard had a career like few others; the Basketball Hall of Fame noticed

Orlando Magic News : Orlando Sentinel 9/3 2:45A Tim Reynolds

All Dwight Howard urges his doubters to do is this: look at the numbers. They tell the story, he insists. He averaged 15.7 points and 11.8 rebounds per game. Only 13 other...

Orlando Pride tries to get back in win column at home vs. Gotham FC

Orlando Sentinel : Orlando Pride Soccer 8/28 7:22A Kyle Foley

The Orlando Pride have not been themselves lately, going winless in their past five matches. Now Orlando (8-5-4, 28 points) hosts NJ/NY Gotham FC (5-6-6, 21 points) on Friday...

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Yes, You Can Afford a Home in Orlando—Here’s How

Orlando Ave 9/3 4:25A tisner

If you re currently renting in Orlando, you ve probably noticed that rent prices continue to climb. With the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment hovering around $1,700 per month , many renters...