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Bill to repeal DeSantis' takeover of Disney district supported by lawmakers, until walkout derails vote

Stewart's bill would re-establish Reedy Creek Improvement District and its self-governing powers

By Chloe Greenberg

A bill to restore Disney's Reedy Creek Improvement District was to be considered Wednesday at Orange County's legislative delegation meeting, but a GOP walkout derailed the vote. The bill, filed by Sen. Linda Stewart, D-Orlando, would repeal Gov. Ron DeSantis' takeover of the once self-governing district, which he dismantled earlier this year amid a legal feud with the entertainment giant...

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HGTV is giving away this Florida home on Anastasia Island, and it comes with a Mercedes

For its annual "Dream Home" giveaway, HGTV is headed back to Florida, and this time the home-centric television network is throwing in…

By Colin Wolf

HGTV is giving away this Florida home on Anastasia Island, and it comes with a Mercedes
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A rare geodesic dome home is now for sale in Florida for $676K

A rare dome home is now for sale along Florida's east coast. The home, located at 2025 Cox Road in Cocoa, was built…

By Chloe Greenberg

A rare geodesic dome home is now for sale in Florida for $676K
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Former Norwegian Cruise Line CEO Frank Del Rio is selling his Florida mansion for $15.9 million

Last June Frank Del Rio retired after an eight-year run as the CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, and now he's looking…

By Colin Wolf

Former Norwegian Cruise Line CEO Frank Del Rio is selling his Florida mansion for $15.9 million
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The 'Major Sherman Conant House,' a historic inn circa 1884, is for sale in Florida

A historic 19th century house currently serving as a bed and breakfast is on the market in Florida. The Grand Gables Inn,…

By Chloe Greenberg

'Major Sherman Conant House,' a historic inn circa 1884, is for sale in Florida
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