26 cheap or totally free things to do around Orlando

Orlando for the financially frightened

by Orlando Weekly Staff August 7, 2026August 7, 2026

It feels as though everything’s getting more and more expensive these days, as we watch prices climb on groceries and gas and this and that and everything in-between. But there are still plenty of ways to make the most of summer without breaking the bank. Here are 26 ways to explore Central Florida waterways, try […]

Orlando Area News

For the first time in over a century, Central Florida’s historic Bannon Island is for sale

The 20-acre island’s first known resident was Echo Emathla Chipco, also known as the Seminole tribe’s Chief Chipco

by Colin Wolf August 7, 2026August 7, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County leaders explore options to prevent another Sloth World tragedy

Options for regulating wildlife imports are limited, due to the fact the regulatory authority largely rests with the state and federal government.

by McKenna Schueler August 7, 2026August 7, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orlando International Airport fuelers unionize seeking better pay, benefits

Menzies Aviation, a contractor for major airlines that provides fueling services, decided to voluntarily recognize the workers’ union in a show of good faith.

by McKenna Schueler August 7, 2026August 7, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County expands medical debt relief initiative

Since 2024, the county has eliminated over $637 million in medical debt for more than 427,000 Orange County residents.

by McKenna Schueler August 5, 2026August 5, 2026

Orlando’s Pest Season Is Here. Here’s How Solve Pest Pros Is Helping Homeowners Fight Back

Orlando Area News

Florida’s no-children-at-drag shows law upheld by federal appeals court

A federal appeals court has upheld a Florida law banning children from attending drag shows, a measure put in place with the support of Gov. Ron DeSantis.

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix August 5, 2026August 5, 2026

Elections

Meet Orange County’s mayoral candidates

There are four candidates running this year to replace outgoing Mayor Jerry Demings.

by McKenna Schueler August 4, 2026August 4, 2026

Orlando Area News

Former Orlando bar owner sentenced to federal prison after child sex crimes plea

The former owner of two Orlando nightclubs and his husband were sentenced to at least 10 years each in federal prison after pleading guilty to attempted coercion and enticement of a 15-year-old.