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Independent podcasters create radio by, for and about Orlando
Saying that someone has “a face for the radio” used to be an insult. But over the past seven years, independent podcasters revived a medium that had lost its allure due to shock jocks and overwrought advertising. Orlando’s podcast scene is no exception, and there are plenty of independent local creatives fine-tuning the medium. Most…
Both names of same-sex parents will now be allowed on Florida birth certificates
Two years after gay marriages became legal in Florida, the state has agreed to settle a federal lawsuit over birth certificates issued to children born into same-sex marriages. Two married lesbian couples and the advocacy group Equality Florida Institute sued the state in 2015 after health officials refused to include both parents’ names on the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 03 CASE NO: DP15-171 IN THE INTEREST OF: V.B., DOB: 11/14/2013, A MINOR CHILD SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF MANIFEST BEST INTEREST AND ADVISORY HEARING FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS STATE OF FLORIDA TO: NATHAN BOWERS, Address Unknown A…
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE OF SALE The following vehicles will be sold at Public Auction for cash to satisfy lien pursuant to F.S. 713.78 on JANUARY 26TH, 2017 at 9:00 am at Dynamic Towing, 6408 Old Cheney Hwy., Orlando, FL. 407-273-5880 2004 NISS 1N4AL11DX4C113774 2003 HOND 1HGCM72673A031080 2000 PONT 1G2WJ52KXYF267243 1987 BMW WBAAB540XH9697705 2003 NISS 1N4AL11D43C331885.
IN THE COUNTY COURT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN THE COUNTY COURT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.2016-CC-7875 WEKIVA SPRINGS ESTATES HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC. a Florida not-for-profit corporation, Plaintiff, v. EDWIN MASTRAPA, AMY LARICE MASTRAPA, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, and UNKNOWN TENANT 1 and 2, Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE -NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to a Final Judgment…
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE OF SALE Vehicles will be sold as is, no warranty. Seller reserves the right to refuse any bid. Terms of bids are cash only. Buyer must have funds on hand at time of sale: 1998 Nissan VIN# JN1CA21A3WM800888 2001 Chrylser VIN# 2C3HD46R01H658651 2001 Saturn VIN# 1G8JU54F51Y533916 1999 Mercury VIN# 2MEFM75W4XX664350 2002 Ford VIN# 1FAFP55U82A156109…
NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, Alma Jenneh Hill, of 8914 Tiberian Dr, apt 301, Kissimmee, FL 34747, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, is hereby advertising the following fictitious name: BRIDAL POSSE, LLC It is the intent of the undersigned to register “BRIDAL POSSE, LLC” with the…
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE OF SALE Vehicles will be sold as is, no warranty. Seller reserves the right to refuse any bid. Terms of bids are cash only. Buyer must have funds on hand at time of sale. 1992 FORD VIN# 1FTRC10U3NPA89119 1990 DODGE VIN# 1B7GE16Y2LS632199 2000 CHRYSLER VIN# 2C4GJ44G7YR832947 2004 HONDA VIN# SHHEP33534U500928 1997 FORD VIN# 1FTFE24L4VHA59749…
NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, STRADA SERVICES INC., of 3400 ST. JOHNS PARKWAY, SANFORD, FL 32771, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, is hereby advertising the following fictitious name: STRADA LIGHTING It is the intent of the undersigned to register “STRADA LIGHTING” with the Florida Department…
NOTICE OF SALE PS ORANGECO, INC.
NOTICE OF SALE PS ORANGECO, INC. PERSONAL PROPERTY CONSISTING OF COUCHES, BEDS, TV’S, CLOTHES, BOXES OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS & OTHER PERSONAL ITEMS USED IN THE HOME, OFFICE OR GARAGE WILL BE SOLD FOR CASH OR OTHERWISE DISPOSED OF AT PUBLIC SALES ON JANUARY 26, 2017 AT LOCATIONS & TIMES INDICATED BELOW, TO SATISFY OWNERS LIEN FOR RENT…
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION, STATE OF FLORIDA, OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION, STATE OF FLORIDA, OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION IN RE: FLEX CASH ADVANCE “LLC”, Administrative Proceeding Number: 68382 NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION TO: FLEX CASH ADVANCE “LLC”, Attn: Kiril Stanev, 11455 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an Administrative Complaint has been filed against you and you…
NOTICE OF SALE PS ORANGECO, INC.
NOTICE OF SALE PS ORANGECO, INC. PERSONAL PROPERTY CONSISTING OF COUCHES, BEDS, TV’S, CLOTHES, BOXES OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS & OTHER PERSONAL ITEMS USED IN THE HOME, OFFICE OR GARAGE WILL BE SOLD FOR CASH OR OTHERWISE DISPOSED OF AT PUBLIC SALES ON JANUARY 27, 2017 AT LOCATIONS & TIMES INDICATED BELOW, TO SATISFY OWNERS LIEN FOR RENT…
NOTICE of Public Sale
NOTICE of Public Sale Storage Zone – Longwood -Personal Property consisting of couches, beds, TVs, Clothes, boxes of household goods, and other personal items used in the home, office, or garage will be sold for CASH or otherwise disposed of on January 25th, 2017 at 120 Highline Drive. Longwood, FL 32750 at 10:00AM. to satisfy…
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to F.S. 713.585 At 9:00AM on Jan 30, 2017 Billis Auto Center 1710 N. Forsyth Rd. ORL, FL32807, (407) 657-1808. Will sell the following vehicle(s) to Satisfy claim of lien. Seller reserves the right to bid and refuse any or all bids. Sold As-Is, No warranty. Seller guarantees no title. Terms cash. Satisfying the…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE PERSONAL PROPERTY OF THE FOLLOWING TENANTS WILL BE SOLD FOR CASH TO SATISFY RENTAL LIENS IN ACCORDANCE WITH FLORIDA STATUTES, SELF STORAGE FACILITY ACT, SECTIONS 83-806 AND 83-807: CONTENTS MAY INCLUDE KITCHEN, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, BEDDING, TOYS , GAMES, PACKED CARTON, FURNITURE, TOOLS, TRUCKS, CARS ETC. THERE’S NO TITLE FOR VEHICLES SOLD…
NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, Alma Jenneh Hill, of 8914 Tiberian Dr, apt 301, Kissimmee, FL 34747, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, is hereby advertising the following fictitious name: BRIDAL POSSE, LLC It is the intent of the undersigned to register “BRIDAL POSSE, LLC” with the…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that on Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the following locations: January 26th, 2017 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that on Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the following locations: January 25th, 2017 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that on Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction at the storage facilities listed below, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the following locations: January 25th, 2017 at the times and locations listed…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF ROBYN KAY COHN, Deceased. File No. 2-16- CP-003543- O NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Robyn Kay Cohn, deceased, whose date of death was October 30, 2016, is pending in the Circuit Court for Orange County, Florida, Probate…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that on Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction at the storage facilities listed below, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the following locations: January 26th, 2017 at the times and locations…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 9TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 9TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA CECIL ALLEN, as Trustee of the Cecil Allen Revocable Trust 1111 Audubon Way Maitland, Florida 32751, Plaintiff, v. SUNITA SOOKHLALL BHATIA; GAUTAM BHATIA; GAUTAM BHATIA, as Trustee of the Gautam Bhatia Trust Dated January 16, 2009; MARK OLIVER KOZLOWSKI a/k/a,…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that on Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction at the storage facilities listed below, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the following locations: January 27th, 2017 at the times and locations…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2012-CA- 017965-O VENTURES TRUST 2013-I- H-R BY MCM CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC, IT’S TRUSTEE, Plaintiff, v. JACK R. STEELE; et al., Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to the Agreed Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that on Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction at the storage facilities listed below, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the following locations: January 26th, 2017 at the times and locations…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 07 CASE NO.: DP14-334 IN THE INTEREST OF:N.A. DOB: 09/17/2016 MINOR CHILD. SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF ADVISORY HEARING FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS STATE OF FLORIDA TO: JEREMIAH BECKER, Address Unknown WHEREAS a Petition for Termination of Parental…
Notice of Public Sale:
Notice of Public Sale: Pursuant to F.S. 713.78 on January 27, 2017 at 9:00 am, Riker’s Roadside Services, LLC, 630 E Landstreet Rd, Orlando, FL 32824, will sell the following vehicles and/or vessels. Seller reserves the right to bid. Sold as is, no warranty. Seller guarantees no title, terms cash. Seller reserves the right to refuse…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 07 CASE NO.: DP15-476 IN THE INTEREST OF:J.V. DOB: 11/06/2014, MINOR CHILD. SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF ADVISORY HEARING FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS STATE OF FLORIDA TO: CARLOS SANTOS, Address Unknown WHEREAS a Petition for Termination of Parental…
Notice of Public Sale:
Notice of Public Sale: Pursuant to F.S. 713.78 on January 27, 2017 at 9:00 am, Riker’s Roadside Services, LLC, 630 E Landstreet Rd, Orlando, FL 32824, will sell the following vehicles and/or vessels. Seller reserves the right to bid. Sold as is, no warranty. Seller guarantees no title, terms cash. Seller reserves the right to refuse…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 07 CASE NO.: DP15-476 IN THE INTEREST OF:J.V. DOB: 11/06/2014, MINOR CHILD. SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF ADVISORY HEARING FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS STATE OF FLORIDA TO:SALOMAN PEREZ, Address Unknown WHEREAS a Petition for Termination of Parental Rights…
NOTICE OF SALEPS ORANGECO, INC.
NOTICE OF SALE PS ORANGECO, INC. PERSONAL PROPERTY CONSISTING OF COUCHES, BEDS, TV’S, CLOTHES, BOXES OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS & OTHER PERSONAL ITEMS USED IN THE HOME, OFFICE OR GARAGE WILL BE SOLD FOR CASH OR OTHERWISE DISPOSED OF AT PUBLIC SALES ON JANUARY 20, 2017 AT LOCATIONS & TIMES INDICATED BELOW, TO SATISFY OWNERS LIEN FOR…
Engelbert Humperdinck postpones Bob Carr concerts
Velvety-smooth and incredibly named crooner Engelbert Humperdinck has postponed all his Florida concerts – including an engagement this Saturday at the Bob Carr Theater – due to illness. A statement on the event page for the Carr concert reads: We regret to inform you that the Engelbert Humperdinck concerts in Florida have been postponed due…
Judge finds Florida teacher should not be fired for negative remarks about transgender student
A state administrative law judge Monday said a Southwest Florida high-school teacher should be disciplined— but not fired— for making negative comments about transgender people. The Lee County School Board last year moved to terminate Angel Villanueva, a Junior ROTC instructor at East Lee County High School. But Administrative Law Judge Linzie Bogan, in a…
Punk icon Henry Rollins talks at Plaza Live this weekend
Though at first there was much wailing and gnashing of teeth over the postponement of Henry Rollins’ October spoken word engagement at Plaza Live due to Hurricane Matthew, the delayed show – happening this Sunday – may very well make for a more satisfying and electric event. Surely the dawning of a Trump administration will…
Visit Florida names new CEO after shake-up
The Visit Florida board on Tuesday agreed to pay $73,000 to the agency’s ousted CEO and appointed state Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary Ken Lawson to immediately step in as a replacement. The moves came after a controversy that included House leaders last month exposing an expired $1 million contract between the tourism-marketing…
Authorities are now offering a $100k reward for info leading to arrest of Markeith Loyd
Authorities are now offering a $100k for any information leading to the arrest of murder suspect Markeith Loyd, who is considered to be armed and extremely dangerous. According to the Orlando Police Department, there has never been a bounty this large. Since yesterday @CrimelineFL has received more than 300 tips on Markeith Loyd. There has…
Someone broke into Ten10 Brewing Company last night
A break-in occurred at Ten10 Brewing Company last night, but unfortunately for these criminals, these Mills 50 brewers have a particular set of skills. Ten10 posted about the break-in on their Facebook page this morning with the following caption: Dear Stranger, Thank you for helping yourself to our cash last night. It seems you’ve been…
New waterslide coming to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon
Right in time for the sizzling Florida summer, guests at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon will be able to cool down on an all-new family waterslide attraction. According to the Disney Parks Blog, the new ride, Miss Adventure Falls, will open in March and will become the longest ride in the history of Disney’s water parks. The…
Orlando is the third worst city in the country for pedestrians
Orlando is a terrible place to use your legs. According to a 2016 report produced by Smart Growth America, Orlando is one of the most dangerous cities in the country for pedestrians, with streets designed more for speed than safety. Smart Growth America uses a Pedestrian Danger Index, a number composed using pedestrian death statistics…
Thousands of Sabal Trail Pipeline protesters will gather at Suwannee River this weekend
This weekend, thousands of protesters, or “Water Protectors,” will be gathering at Suwannee River State Park to bring attention to the Sabal Trail Pipeline. Back in October, the Suwannee Democrat reported on several members of the American Indian Movement erecting a camp site in Live Oak, Florida, close to where the Sabal Trail Pipeline was…
GoFundMe set up for family of slain Orlando police sergeant Debra Clayton
A GoFundMe account has been set up to benefit the family of Orlando Police Master Sgt. Debra Clayton, a 17-year veteran of the department who was fatally shot by a murder suspect when she tried to detain him. The fund, created by Jay Carr, is on behalf of Seth Clayton, the fallen officer’s husband. The Orlando…
Carnival Cruise Line hires former Disney employee, unveils its own version of MyMagic+
Earlier this month at CES, Carnival Cruise Lines announced a new NFC/Bluetooth medallion that guests will wear on the ship to help make their cruise even more customized. The new medallion has a striking resemblance to the MagicBand 2 that Disney unveiled late last year. The resemblance shouldn’t come as a surprise as the executive…
Legoland Florida’s Ninjango World opens this Thursday
Legoland Florida has been busy since opening roughly five and half years ago with new rides and areas coming online every couple of years. On Thursday, Jan. 12, their newest land – the fourth major one since the park opened (others include Chima, Duplo, and Heartlake City) – will debut with one of the most…
Disney now has a one-day meal plan, in case buying two separate meals is too confusing
Disney World’s meal plans have been a popular choice for years for guests staying on property, but the meal plans were only available for multiple days and had other restrictions. Now Disney is testing a new One Day Meal Plan any guest can purchase. The pilot program includes two meals, one before 4 p.m. and…
Gnarly Barley’s fifth anniversary party will have 53 beers on draft
Clear your schedule for Saturday – you have drinking to do. How else are you going to make it through Gnarly Barley’s fifth-anniversary list of 53 draught beers other than having literally nothing else to do that day? You’ll have plenty of time to work your way through them, too, since the party starts at…
Orlando authorities still searching for suspected cop killer
Markeith Loyd, the suspect accused of shooting and killing Orlando Police Sgt. Debra Clayton, is still on the run. After a massive manhunt Monday, January 9, authorities are offering $60,000 for any information leading to the arrest of the convicted felon, who is considered armed and very dangerous. Loyd was originally wanted for the murder…
Orlando Eye lit blue tonight in honor of this morning’s fallen deputies
The Orlando Eye is blue tonight in honor of Orlando Police Department’s Sgt. Debra Clayton and Deputy First Class Norman Lewis of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, both of which passed away in the incidents surrounding wanted suspect Markeith Loyd. Our hearts are with @orlandocosheriff @OrlandoPolice. Tonight we will be lit blue to show our appreciation…
After Pitbull controversy, Visit Florida prepares to answer to Scott, lawmakers
Visit Florida postponed a marketing committee meeting Monday as the public-private tourism agency —- whose state money is in the crosshairs of House leaders —- prepares to meet Gov. Rick Scott’s call for new leadership. Board Chairman William Talbert said he delayed the marketing talks until after the Visit Florida board has a chance to…
Sheriff deputy killed in pursuit of Markeith Loyd was former UCF football player Norman Lewis
The Orange County Sheriffs Office has named the deputy who died this morning in a motorcycle crash while searching for murder suspect Markeith Loyd, as former UCF player Norman “Big Norm” Lewis. Lewis was assisting in the search for Loyd, who is wanted for the murder of Sgt. Debra Clayton, and the killing of his…
Here are the victims of the Fort Lauderdale airport shooting
Five people were killed and six were seriously injured after a gunman randomly opened fire at a baggage terminal in the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport last week. Law enforcement officials have not publicly identified the victims, but families and friends have talked about four of their loved ones to several media outlets. Here are their names…
Disney’s new Emma Watson ‘Beauty and The Beast’ doll is a terrible nightmare
Disney released a new doll portraying Emma Watson’s “Belle” in the upcoming live-action Beauty and The Beast, and it looks like something from your worst nightmares. Some say it looks like Justin Bieber, others say Obama. However, everyone can agree there’s just something not right about it. Anyway, the point is this abomination was somehow…
Green Day announce summer tour, including two Florida shows
Pop-punk godfathers Green Day have today announced the next leg of dates for their “Revolution Radio” tour, starting this August. The band is undertaking some serious road work in the U.S. to promote their newest album, released late last year, Revolution Radio. Sadly, no Orlando shows were included in today’s announcement, but there are two…
Tony Bennett announces Orlando concert for this spring
Legendary crooner Tony Bennett is marking his 90th birthday with – what else? – a tour! The performer, who is blazing new paths in musical longevity, has just announced a clutch of concert dates this spring that include an Orlando show. The singer, a contemporary of Frank Sinatra, will be touring behind a new album…
Florida restaurant wants employees to pay out of pocket for doing a bad job
A mandatory contract at a Florida pho eatery is forcing employees to pay fees for things like not saying “hi” or “bye” to costumers. During a recent employee meeting, Saigon Bistro, located in Lakeland, Florida, reportedly asked its employees to sign a contract saying they would pay real money for not doing their jobs up…
U2 announce two Florida stops on upcoming ‘Joshua Tree’ tour
In celebration of their 1987 album The Joshua Tree, rock super-group U2 has announced a new world tour beginning in May 2017. The band will land in Florida Saturday, June 11, in Miami and on Wednesday, June 14 in Tampa. Sorry, Orlando. The Joshua Tree Tour will take the band first through the Canada and the…
Orlando Police offer $60k for info leading to arrest of suspected cop killer
The Orlando Police Department is currently offering up to $60,000 for information leading to the arrest of Markeith Loyd, a suspect they believe shot and killed an officer early this morning. According to the Orlando Police Department, Sgt. Debra Clayton was shot at a Walmart in Pine Hills near Princeton and John Young Parkway while…
Chief John Mina: Debra Clayton was ‘a hero’
Speaking with press this morning, Orlando Police Chief John Mina referred to Debra Clayton, the 17-year police veteran who was shot in the line of duty this morning, as a hero. “She will be deeply missed,” said Mina about the slain wife and mother of two. “She was extremely committed to our youth, and really our…
A farewell to cornerstone punk and metal promoter Non-Prophet Organization
THIS LITTLE UNDERGROUND Sadly, the year opens with the loss of probably the city’s most legit booking name in the heavy underground. True-as-fuck punk and metal impresario Non-Prophet Organization has officially retired with a recent farewell concert (Jan. 7, Will’s Pub). It is possible to make some money as a concert promoter. But for most…
Service industry workers finally get to ring in the New Year at the Courtesy tonight
Every New Year’s Eve we go out, we get hammered, we laugh, we cry, we throw up on the person we wanted to kiss at midnight. (What, that’s never happened to you? Well la-dee-dah, Fancy Pants!) And every year, a silent witness shakes their head at our shenanigans: the bartender. So crucial to our New…
Nashville’s Great Minds kick off the Space Station’s New Year with aggro hardcore
Now this is a sign of good things to come for 2017. The much-loved DIY/performance venue Space Station – which hosted everything from a dramatic reading of Sartre’s No Exit to a vaporwave showcase to Latinx punks Ruleta Rusa last year – has been sadly silent as of late, but this stacked, heavy bill is…
Band of the Week: Expert Timing
Welcome to Orlando Weekly’s “Band of the Week.” Every week, we highlight one of our favorite local bands. This week, we’re pleased to bring you Expert Timing. Expert Timing is playing Will’s Pub on Saturday, Jan. 14 with Deadaires, the Pauses, and Debt Neglector. Just the facts:Who’s in the band?Jeff Snyder – Guitar/Vocals Katrina Snyder…
Flagler Film Festival celebrates 4th year
The fourth annual Flagler Film Festival will be held Jan. 13-15 in Palm Coast. The Hilton Garden Inn will again host the event, which will screen five feature films and 55 shorts. The festival is held in a hotel conference room and attracts roughly 400 attendees. Because of its small size, it is viewed predominantly…
Florida will now use a new experimental lethal injection drug
In the midst of a major upheaval involving Florida’s death-penalty laws, state corrections officials have adopted a new lethal-injection procedure that includes a drug never before used for executions and another used only by accident. The move is almost certain to spur more litigation over the state’s already-embattled death penalty, in limbo for nearly a…
The first pop-up of the year for the Viceroy Chipshop’s Curry Club is this Tuesday
“Curry” is an absurdly simplistic catch-all term for a family of stews, braises and dry sautés hailing from India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia, Burma, Indonesia and Thailand. But British curry, now that’s a very specific animal — one of the best examples we have of the way nations trade culinary traditions back and forth until…
NRA-endorsed senator still thinks guns should be allowed in Florida airports
Despite 5 dead and at least 8 wounded in a shooting at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport today, NRA-endorsed senator Greg Steube still wants guns to be allowed in Florida airports. Steube filed a bill back on Dec. 9 that would essentially allow Floridians to carry concealed handguns on college campuses, elementary and secondary schools, local government…
Florida probation officer accused of helping inmate sneak Publix sub into jail
A Florida probation officer was arrested after officials say she helped an inmate sneak a whole Italian Publix sub into jail under his uniform. The Tallahassee Democrat reports correctional officers became suspicious after Jerilyn Harris, 39, allegedly asked to speak with the inmate Tarvell Douglas about a subpoena after already asking to meet with him…
Sushi & Seoul food truck to participate in world street-food fest in UAE February
Chef Al Ruiz of the much-loved Sushi & Seoul On The Roll food truck has been keeping mum about a super-exciting opportunity to represent Orlando’s food scene worldwide. Now, it’s official. In February, he’ll travel to the United Arab Emirates to participate in Eat the World DXB (Dubai) and Love Food Festivals Abu Dhabi. Alongside…
Pulse survivor hopes to fill banner with messages of love for Istanbul
Pulse survivor Brandon Wolf hopes to send a token of love to the victims of the New Year’s terror attack by a gunman inside Reina, a popular nightclub in Istanbul. Wolf says hearing that 39 victims had been killed in the shooting and dozens were injured in Turkey brought him back to June 12, when…
Esteban Santiago identified as Fort Lauderdale shooter
Florida Senator Bill Nelson identified the shooter who killed five and injured at least 8 Friday at the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood Airport, as Esteban Santiago. In an interview with MSNBC, Nelson named Santiago as the suspect and also pointed out that he was carrying a military ID. Speaking to the press, Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel says…
Divers film rare encounter with whale shark near Jupiter, Florida
A group of divers came into close contact with a 30-foot whale shark just 13 miles off the coast of Jupiter, Florida. The juvenile whale shark was spotted at a depth of 40 feet last Wednesday, Jan. 4. Related Stories
Shania Pain and RV provide two fresh new voices in Orlando music (Will’s Pub)
THIS LITTLE UNDERGROUND At the top of the bill for a showcase by Orlando indie label Retro Neon Records (Jan. 5, Will’s Pub) was consistently fresh beat maestro Grant and future-now rapper Tedd.gif. But this was my first show of 2017, and the only way to start a new year is by seeing some young…
Gunman opens fire at Fort Lauderdale airport, five people dead
UPDATED: Broward County officials say that a gunman opened fire this afternoon at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, killing at least five and injuring eight others. According to CNBC, the incident happened near the Terminal 2 baggage claim area, and a gunman has been taken into custody. No names have been released. Former White House…
Florida intersections with red light cameras have more collisions, says new study
Suggesting that red light camera systems cause more accidents than they prevent, a new study from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles shows a large bump in collisions at Florida intersections with red light cameras. Using data from July 2012 to April 2016, the survey looked at 148 intersections with red light cameras and…
Latin pop sensation Tommy Torres is coming to Orlando this spring
Puerto Rican superstar Tommy Torres has just announced an Orlando date on his “Tu Y Yo”world tour. The producer-turned-singer, currently riding high on the success of his “Tu Yo Yo” single – a collaboration with Daddy Yankee – seamlessly made the transition from behind the scenes (production credits include Ricky Martin) to Latin Grammy-winning performer.…
Sandwich Bar celebrates its 6th anniversary tonight
Intimate Milk District venue Sandwich Bar is celebrating its sixth anniversary this weekend with a series of events that capture the different stylistic faces of the bar, running the gamut from live touring and local punk bands to local techno luminaries going into the wee hours of the morning. Dikembe, California Cousins, Expert Timing and…
Join K Restaurant for noodles and gravy this Sunday
If years away from your nonna has you hankering for Sunday “gravy,” known to non-paisanos as “red sauce,” K Restaurant is dishing up a family-style Italian meal you won’t want to miss. Pull up a chair this Sunday evening from 5:30-8 p.m. and — take our advice — don’t wear white. Chef Kevin Fonzo has…
SeaWorld orca Tilikum is dead
Infamous SeaWorld orca Tilikum, who was involved in the deaths of three people and heavily featured in the 2013 documentary Blackfish, passed away this morning. SeaWorld made the announcement in a statement on the company’s website, saying the cause of death has not yet been determined because a necropsy still needs to be completed. However,…
The Scene returns to Venue 578 to showcase the best in Orlando hip-hop
What would be a productive way to start your 2017, as a fan of art and music? We’d suggest you start local; more specifically, take in a hefty dose of Orlando-based creativity across music, dance and visual art all in one spot, in the company of a bunch of likeminded heads. Phraydoe Peans and Mango…
TMD and Crosstown Sounds curate fresh new tracks at Spacebar’s Nightcall
Nightcall, a new collaboration between Crosstown Sounds and TMD, promises a night of fresher than fresh sounds. Midnight Inspector, Danny G., Alex C. and Blair Sound Design kick off the New Year with plenty of new music to refresh your ear palate and get you looking forward again instead of back at the Year Which…
Uncomfortable Brunch kicks off 2017 with Darren Aronofsky’s notorious ‘Requiem for a Dream’
Unlike a lot of the Uncomfortable Brunch film picks, this month’s movie isn’t wall-to-wall sex. (Although it has its moments, it’s no Salo. Or Visitor Q. Or Night Porter, or Wetlands, or … well, you get it.) The discomfort produced by Darren Aronofsky’s Requiem for a Dream is of a more sly variety – this…
Learn to add inky doodles and fancy writing to custom-made stationery at OMA’s Go With the Flow class
Those Christmas cards you bought at Target this year to send to your friends and relatives were nice and all, but wouldn’t it be cool to impress with a handmade card that won’t get chucked into a bin? Learn to add inky doodles and fancy writing to custom-designed cards, stationery and wall art this weekend…
Pulse survivors join lawmakers, gun reform advocates to support ban on assault weapon sales
Several Pulse survivors joined Orlando lawmakers and gun reform advocates Thursday to make the case for a bill that would ban the sale of assault weapons and large-capacity magazines in Florida. State Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith and Sen. Linda Stewart, both Orlando Democrats, filed bills that make it a third-degree felony to sell or possess an assault…
Daytona’s Country 500 Festival announces 2017 schedule
Country 500, the regional country music event that has successfully redeemed the concept of festivals at racetracks – take that, Altamont – has today announced the day-by-day breakdown of performances for the 2017 edition of the fest. And there is some heavyweight talent on offer. Friday, May 26 Miranda Lambert, Brooks & Dunn, Jake Owen, A…
Bloomberg: Florida AG Pam Bondi expected to have job in Trump’s White House
Despite still being the subject of a complaint over a $25,000 campaign contribution she received from Donald Trump, Pam Bondi is expected to have a job in the president-elect’s White House, according to Bloomberg. The media organization reports it’s not clear yet what Florida’s attorney general will be doing in the new administration, and Bondi is…
Disney may have accidentally released the opening dates for Pandora –The World of Avatar
Back in 2013, Disney announced that Animal Kingdom would someday be getting an exciting new addition, Pandora: The World of Avatar. Disney has yet to announce an official opening date, only saying the new themed land would debut sometime in the summer of 2017. But now, because of some very questionable blackout dates for Florida…
Three local chefs host a Filipino feast at the Guesthouse next Sunday
Al Ruiz of Sh-Booms and Sushi & Seoul on the Roll renown (is there anything this guy can’t do? Leave some for the rest of us) let us know this morning that he, Joel Paoner of Over Rice food truck, and Francis “Masterchef” Biondi will host a Filipino feast at the Guesthouse Sunday, Jan. 15.…
Trump supporters are mad Publix is covering up fake news tabloids
A recent decision by Publix grocery stores to cover up the National Enquire, a tabloid that has featured incredibly stupid and fake “scoops” like “Supreme Court Justice Scalia–Murdered By a Hooker,” has Trump supporters calling for a boycott. The specific cover in question is the recent exposé, “Trump Takes Charge.” However, in a statement posted…
Miami trio Dénudés ready to menace Spacebar tonight
Miami trio Dénudés are currently gaining notice for their pitch-black sound, which merges the Jesus and Mary Chain’s fuzzed-out sour candy hooks with a sturdy backbone of Spacemen 3 or Black Angels psych-menace. If that sounds at all up your alley, bust out that leather jacket and crimp that hair, because they’re playing Orlando tonight.…
No one wants to work in Florida prisons
Despite job fairs and “Now hiring” signs hanging on prison doors, the state of Florida can’t seem to convince anyone to work in its correctional facilities. Right now, the state is short staffed by almost 10%, meaning there are nearly 2,500 vacant positions for correctional officers in Florida, reports WCTV. Part of the problem is…
New play ‘Blackberry Winter’ at Orlando Shakes stresses the importance of storytelling
More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s – no, hey, come back, we swear this isn’t a downer – but probably very few of them would believe that something joyful could be made from their disease. Steve Yockey’s new play, Blackberry Winter, proves them wrong. A “blackberry winter” is the obverse of Indian…
Florida Supreme Court rescinds ruling blocking death sentences
In a highly unusual move that heightened confusion in an already-murky legal arena, the Florida Supreme Court quickly rescinded an order Wednesday that would have barred prosecutors from seeking the death penalty in capital cases. The release of the order —- a mistake, according to a court spokesman —- and its almost immediate retraction further…
Sandwich Bar celebrates its sixth anniversary with a double-decker party
Once upon a time, Sandwich Bar actually served sandwiches in the middle of the day. Now, however, it’s known for being one of the linchpins of the Milk District’s underground dance scene, routinely besting the downtown megaclubs as far as quality goes. For its sixth anniversary, they’re sandwiching in (get it?) two events to pay…
Orlando City Soccer Club unveils rainbow seats honoring Pulse victims
Orlando City Soccer Club unveiled 49 rainbow-colored seats installed in its new stadium on Wednesday as a tribute to the 49 victims killed in the mass shooting at the gay nightclub Pulse. The seats are in section 12 of the Lions’ stadium, set to open in March, to remember the day of the massacre, June…
Enzian Theater hires David Schillhammer as executive director
The Enzian Theater in Maitland has hired David Schillhammer, former executive director of the Orlando Philharmonic, as its new executive director. This new position is designed to focus on “cultivating a vision for Enzian’s future,” according to Valerie Cisneros, marketing manager. “David will be leading the entire staff with a focus on strategic planning and…
Disney recalls thousands of poorly made infant hoodies because of choking hazard
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts announced today an immediate recall for their Minnie and Mickey Mouse infant hoodies because, well, the front snaps keep popping off. Baby’s love snaps. According to the United States Product Safety Commission, the recall includes roughly 15,000 choke-friendly hoodies sold between April and October 2016, at Walt Disney World,…
2017 brings the return of the Ravenous Pig’s monthly neighborhood roast
We are pretty happy that all of the hubbub over moving – Cask & Larder to the airport, and Ravenous Pig into the old C&L building – has died down. Now that everyone’s all settled in, we’re also happy to report that the Ravenous Pig’s delicious monthly outdoor party, the Neighborhood Roast, has returned. This…
SeaWorld announces major leadership shakeup
This morning, SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment announced a major shakeup in leadership roles for its Orlando and Tampa parks. Donnie Mills, park president at SeaWorld, Aquatica and Discovery Cove, has announced his retirement and will be replaced by Jim Dean, the current President of Bush Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. “Jim is an outstanding…
The Sh-Booms and Will’s Pub team up for a tiki party
The Sh-Booms and Will’s Pub are teaming up to throw a sequel to last summer’s tiki party with a (yes) winter tiki-themed concert. Besides the Sh-Booms, the Woolly Bushmen, Pono AM, the Palmettes and Vinyl Richie are also donating their time and creative energy to the endearingly weird and kinda funny strain of kitsch that…
Baby elephant ‘Stella’ born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
This morning, Disney announced the arrival of a new baby elephant calf named “Stella” at Animal Kingdom. According to Disney, Stella was born to 28-year-old “Donna,” and now raises the overall herd number to 10 at Kilimanjaro Safaris. This is the third calf for Donna, who also gave birth to “Nadirah” in 2005 and “Luna”…
Orlando man films ‘glowing UFO craft,’ most likely billowing garbage bag
An Orlando resident recently posted footage of what he says was a “glowing UFO craft,” but more than likely it was a billowing garbage bag. The witness, who only identifies himself as a helicopter pilot, submitted the footage to MUFON (Mutual UFO Network) stating, “It was lower than the clouds. I don’t know the size…
26 free concerts happening in Orlando this week
Wednesday, Jan. 4 Eugene Snowden’s Ten Pints Of Truth 10 pm at Lil Indies, 1036 N. Mills Ave. Reggae Night with Hor!zen and DJ Red I 10 pm at the Caboose, 1827 N. Orange Ave. SCRWD, AlltheX, David Young, HeartZero, TripSick, WavyBoys, Atlas, Young Jaee, SolomonDaGod 8 pm at Uncle Lou’s Entertainment Hall, 1016 N.…
Case dropped against internet troll who threatened LGBTQ community following Pulse
The federal case for Craig Jungwirth, a former Orlando resident and turdish internet troll, has been dropped. You may remember Jungwirth as the troll who, following the Pulse massacre, allegedly posted to his Facebook page, “None of you deserve to live. If you losers thought the Pulse nightclub shooting was bad, wait till you see…
Orlando McDonalds are now carrying the Chicken McGriddle
Further pushing the limits of what people will consider as breakfast food, McDonalds has unveiled the new Chicken McGriddle in select Florida locations. The new sandwich, which combines a slab of fried chicken on a syrup-flavored bun, was first tested out in Columbus, Ohio, last April, reports Food Beast. And, well, if people from Ohio…
Confusion surrounds medical marijuana amendment as it goes into effect
Even as the state prepares to carry out a constitutional amendment authorizing medical marijuana, a lack of guidance from health officials could create a “very murky and dangerous legal area” for patients and doctors. Authors of the amendment, industry insiders and legislative leaders have called on the Department of Health to clarify what doctors and…
Responding to Pulse massacre, Rick Scott wants to spend $6 million on counterterrorism agents
In response to the mass shooting at the gay nightclub Pulse that left 49 dead last year, Florida Gov. Rick Scott wants to spend $5.8 million to hire 46 more state counterterrorism agents. The Associated Press reports Scott will ask the Florida Legislature for more money in the annual budget to hire agents that will…
Miami’s J. Wakefield Brewery breaks into the Orlando market with a tap takeover at Tap & Grind
New Year, new beer! Miami’s J. Wakefield Brewing celebrates its launch into the Orlando market with a tap takeover at downtown’s cozy Tap & Grind, which just happens to be the closest bar to OW’s parking lot, so hell yeah. J. Wakefield is offering up 20 different taps. The brews run the gamut of styles,…
Goose Island takes over World of Beer Downtown for an exploration of wild ales
Goose Island and its Bourbon County imprint get the spotlight at this special tapping. World of Beer offers up some limited beers from the Illinois brewery, including Juliet, a wild ale brewed with fruit and aged in wine barrels; Lolita, a Belgian-style ale aged in French cabernet sauvignon barrels on top of raspberries; and Hertog…
Orlando Fringe returns to Loch Haven Park for a Winter Mini Fest this weekend
One of the nice things about Orlando Fringe is how it coincides with springtime. Loch Haven Park bursts into colorful, theatrical bloom just as the snow starts melting, birds start chirping and we get to ditch our woolen scarves and mittens for bikinis and sandals. Or at least all of that stuff would be true…
Florida lawmaker wants to get rid of stadium funding program
An unused pool of money for stadium upgrades, deemed “corporate welfare” by critics, faces possible elimination in the Florida Senate. Sen. Tom Lee, R-Brandon, filed a measure (SB 236) on Tuesday that would repeal the 2014 Sports Development Program, which was signed into law by Gov. Rick Scott and made available $13 million a year…
Ghostly folk group Susto are here to break hearts
Leave your body behind
ICYMI: Orlando City’s Phil Rawlins steps down, Paul Paulson is back, Bondi gets a new prosecutor and other things you may have missed this week
Orlando City’s Phil Rawlins steps down, Paul Paulson is back, Bondi gets a new prosecutor and other things you may have missed this week. Orlando mayoral candidate runs for state agriculture commissioner: We thought we’d heard the last of Paul Paulson after he spent all that money to try to become Orlando’s mayor and still…
Remembering the Orlando 49: Xavier Emmanuel Serrano Rosado
Every week between now and the one-year anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub shootings, Orlando Weekly will profile a person killed on June 12, 2016. This week: Xavier Emmanuel Serrano Rosado. Xavier Serrano Rosado had many passions in life, but his focus always stayed on one: his 5-year-old son, Kelvyn. The 35-year-old originally from Ponce, Puerto…
Luke’s Kitchen + Bar opens soon, Claddagh Cottage needs your help, plus more in local foodie news
OPENINGS Luke’s Kitchen + Bar by chef Brandon McGlamery (Luma on Park, Prato) opens in Maitland Monday, Jan. 9 … Phan’s Asian Cuisine, a new eatery by local B-boy Tung Fu (of MF Kidz), is in the soft-open mode on South OBT near West Taft-Vineland Road … Fratello’s Pizza celebrates its grand opening Saturday, Jan. 7, in Coytown…
Caraway-flavored aquavit plays well in yet another Negroni remix
Yes, yes; this column has remixed the Negroni before (and the Boulevardier, and the Old Pal). But the Negroni is so perfect in itself, and yet so perfectly and endlessly remixable, that it was inevitable I’d come back to it. In fact, I make no promises that I won’t do it again. That said, this…
Opening in Orlando: Hidden Figures, Underworld: Blood Wars and more
OPENING THIS WEEK: Hidden Figures Taraji P. Henson is front and center in this historical drama about the unsung African-American women of NASA who performed the calculations that launched John Glenn into space. I can’t decide if the movie’s release is a case of the best timing in the world, or of the worst: Glenn,…
Savage Love (1/4/17)
My brother is a virgin and turning 30 in a few weeks. He said he wants to hire an escort just for drinks and conversation for his birthday, but he doesn’t really know how to tell what’s a reliable service or what criteria he should be looking for to tell whether an agency is legit,…
Gimme Shelter (1/4/17)
Are you looking for a new friend? Meet Blacky! Blacky (A365932) is a mild-mannered, quiet and calm sweetheart looking for a forever home. This sweet 2-year-old was surrendered because his previous owner could no longer care for him. If your New Year’s resolution is to add more joy to your life, adopt Blacky today! In…
Public Notice
In order to satisfy a contractual landlord’s lien, under the provisions of the Florida SelfService Storage Space Act, public notice is hereby given that the following described property will be sold at public sale to the highest bidder for cash only. The sale will be held at the times and locations listed below: A-AAAKey Mini…
Selections: Our picks for this week’s best events (Jan.4-10)
Thursday-Sunday, 5-8 Orlando Fringe Winter Mini Fest THEATER One of the nice things about Orlando Fringe is how it coincides with springtime. Loch Haven Park bursts into colorful, theatrical bloom just as the snow starts melting, birds start chirping and we get to ditch our woolen scarves and mittens for bikinis and sandals. Or at…
Tampa’s Meatwound deal in violent precision
Meat is murder
