

Florida Republicans seek to ‘fix’ confusion around anti-union law they championed last year
The new proposal would carve out more unions from last year’s controversial law, an idea proposed by Democrats that Republicans rejected
Get to know newer bands Frogs Show Mercy, Dunies, Offtrack and Midhouse at Stardust gig
Noteworthy sampling of young under-the-radar Florida bands
Orlando producer My Good Phelo releases bold new beats album ‘Elevate’
‘Elevate’ is a quantum leap for this longtime beatmaker
Florida child labor bill poised for a vote by full Florida House
The bill would legally allow employers to work minors 16 and older over 30 hours per week and gut other protections for older teens on the job
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Dance through Taylor Swift’s eras at the Abbey this weekend
You definitely don’t need to calm down
Like a Rolling Stone(s), Bob Dylan is also playing Orlando this year
Don’t ask him to sign anything
Danilo’s Pasta Bar mastermind DJ Tangalin to kick off ‘Chef Night’ series at Edible Education Experience
Tangalin remixes traditional Italian pasta with flavors from the Asian archipelago
Mediterranean restaurant Helena Modern Riviera to soft open at Icon Park for Valentine’s Day events
Goodbye Tapa Toro, hello tableside tiramisu
Orlando restaurant listed among Yelp’s 2024 ‘Top 100 Places to Eat’ in the U.S.
Florida had 13 restaurants make the cut
Timucua Arts’ Benoit Glazer premieres musical memorial ‘Suite for Camille’ this weekend
Expect a heavy but joyous sonic celebration
Norsekorea celebrates 13 years with Orlando-centric blowout and benefit concert
Get wild for the Wild
Florida’s civilian police oversight boards are in jeopardy and could be dissolved
Reports found that cities with citizen review boards experience about a 15% reduction in the total Black arrest rates
Florida Senate committee backs bill that would ban removal of Confederate monuments
Martin said monuments and memorials are available for people who don’t have time or money to take history in college.
Florida House Republicans want to force health insurers to cover anti-trans ‘conversion therapy’
The measure seeks to ‘make sure we are not mandating a coverage but rather bringing a parity to the coverage that exists,’ Bankson said
New Florida bill would make it harder for cities and counties to raise taxes
Under the bill, two-third votes would not be required when tax rates remain the same but property owners pay more because of increased values
Shows I Go To throws one last show (to go to) in Orlando featuring comedian Brittany Brave
Switching it up for one last hurrah
Florida school book bans could cost $100 under new bill
School districts would have to return money to people if their objections are upheld
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis drops out of the 2024 presidential race, endorses Trump
He made the announcement six days after finishing a distant second place behind Trump in the Iowa caucuses
Get a piece of comics history at the Original Arts Expo coming to Orlando this month
Get yourself a piece of comics history
NYC fast-casual chain Just Salad opens new Waterford Lakes outpost
‘Another’ chance to make good on those healthy-eating resolutions
This ain’t your grandpa’s sad clown with a song to sing. Puddles Pity Party returns to Orlando
There’s artistry and pathos under this makeup
Central Florida Fair returns to Orlando for 112th year in February
Break your New Year’s resolution and eat the deep-fried Snickers
Gov. DeSantis will challenge ruling on suspended Tampa prosecutor Andrew Warren
The three-judge panel of the Atlanta-based court this month vacated a decision by U.S. District Judge Robert Hinkle that allowed Warren’s suspension to stand
Florida Republicans file bill allowing lawsuits over ‘unborn child’ deaths
The legislation, filed by the House and Senate sponsors of the six-week abortion ban, has drawn intense pushback from abortion providers and their allies
Healthy fast-casual chain Clean Eatz opens second Orlando location
Twice as many chances to implement healthy-eating resolutions
Orlando’s Exploria soccer stadium renamed Inter and Co Stadium
A partnership kicks off to expand Orlando soccer brands globally
Florida Board of Education targets college DEI programs and sociology classes
Gov. DeSantis has made fighting against diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives a pillar of his education agenda
DJ Khaled, Queen Latifah and more headline Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras Celebration
Nothing beads this lineup
Potbelly Sandwich Works to open first Orlando location next week
Watch out Pub(lix)?
Florida Republican co-sponsor of child labor bill owns company with history of wage theft
Sen. Keith Perry is a co-sponsor on legislation that would loosen hazardous work requirements in construction for children as young as 16
Florida Republicans advance bill to ban Pride flags at schools and government buildings
Supporters said the bill is aimed at preventing ‘indoctrination’
Oh joy! The Strand will expand in Mills 50; double the Johnny’s Diner, double the fun; and more Orlando food news
Nine new restaurants to look forward to, all around the greater Orlando area
Your Orlando weekend agenda, Jan. 19-21: Science on Tap, Repticon, DIY broadsides and more
The best stuff to do around town with your precious free time
The Shrek Rave is back in Orlando for another round of cosplay and dancing this weekend
Sometimes it’s easy being green
Hard-rock supergroup Mr. Big brings farewell tour to Orlando this weekend
Is this ‘The Big Finish’ for these shredders?
Eric Bachmann of Archers of Loaf plays an actual living room in Orlando this weekend
More house shows happening this week
Get a free beer at SeaWorld through the end of January
Take away the sting of theme park ticket prices with a gratis beverage
Florida Republicans advance watered-down proposal to weaken child labor law following public pressure
The legislation passed its first committee hearing Wednesday, despite opposition from the Florida PTA and others
Florida lawmakers look to raise Citizens Insurance coverage cap to $1 million
The bill would be a significant change for lawmakers, who have argued for years that Citizens needs to shrink
Equality Florida decries ‘alarming’ slate of anti-LGBTQ+ bills filed for 2024 session
The organization is opposing 22 bills ‘that attack the freedoms, the rights and dignity of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Floridians’
Orlando’s Dance Don’t Dance release debut album of heady electronic body music
Two familiar faces in local music trying something new
This year’s Zora Neale Hurston Festival welcomes African artist Louise Deininger
Zora Fest fills Eatonville with a celebration of ‘who we were, who we are and who we are becoming’
Orlando concert calendar, Jan. 17-23: Southern Culture on the Skids, Purple Madness: Tribute to Prince, Shrek Rave and more
Plus Eric Bachmann plays a living room show
Orlando gets a chance to spend ‘An Evening With Bonnie “Prince” Billy’ at the Dr. Phillips Center
Will Oldham’s first Florida date in a decade






