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The spellbinding Judy Collins discusses a legendary career ahead of her latest Orlando performance
Her eyes have seen the glory
‘Printing the Revolution’ showcases innovative printmaking by Chicano artists
Rollins Museum of Art shows works from the 1960s through to the present day
Och aye! Central Florida Scottish Highland Games returns for a 47th year
Stones, timbers and hammers will be thrown
ABBA jukebox musical ‘Mamma Mia’ begins Orlando run at the Dr. Phillips Center
Here they go again!
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Turnover brings ‘Peripheral Vision’ 10-year anniversary tour to Orlando in 2025
We’re feeling dizzy
Brightline’s onboard attendants vote to form first Brightline union in Florida
Despite union-busting tactics from management, Brightline’s service attendants decided to choo-choo-choose the union.
Nick’s Family Diner closes after 15 years in Orlando
The final day of service will be Sunday, Jan. 19
Overdose deaths in Central Florida declined in 2023 — will the trend continue?
Florida counties are finally starting to spend or otherwise allocate funds they received from national opioid lawsuits.
Paul Mecurio brings ‘Permission to Speak’ to Orlando’s Dr. Phillips Center
Here’s how the one-time lawyer found his way to stand-up comedy
Family-friendly Burrow Cafe and Play opens in Mills 50 this week
Orlando’s newest spot for coffee, community and kid-friendly play
New Winter Park restaurant the Chapman promises the best Florida has to offer
When they open on Park Ave, the Chapman and the Chase Lounge will feature menus by Seasons 52 creator
Florida manatees will remain a threatened species, federal wildlife officials say
Environmentalists have argued they should be reclassified as endangered
Florida legislative leaders reject DeSantis’ call for a special session this month
Despite the legislative leaders comments, DeSantis is determined that the Legislature convene for a special session
755,000 Florida kids didn’t have enough food during past two summers, according to report
The report published Monday urges state lawmakers to opt into SUN Bucks, a federal summer program that gives low-income families financial assistance for food
Florida Gov. DeSantis calls for special session on immigration, other issues
DeSantis’ call for a special session was slammed by Orlando Democratic House Rep. Anna Eskamani
Orlando bar owner and his partner indicted on multiple child pornography charges
Richard Kowalczyk was co-owner of Southern Nights, District Dive and Stiffy’s
DeSantis defends college board appointee who criticizes women prioritizing their careers
Scott Yenor details his views against same-sex relationships, including that LGBTQ+ practices bring ‘dreaded diseases’
Combo indoor pickleball and bar concept Crush Yard opens first Florida outpost in Orlando area
The first Florida location for this ‘eatertainment’ chain.
Nuri’s Tavern will bring thin, crackly-crusted tavern-style pizza to the downtown core next month
It’s popular throughout the Midwest, but in Orlando, ‘no one is doing this style of pizza.’
Best of Fringe FestN4: Colonial Circus | Suff(rage) | Then, Eve | VersUs
Reviews of our favorite shows so far
Acro Cats feline troupe returns to Orlando to do some feats and play some music
Will the Rock Cats or Jazz Cats make an appearance?
DeSantis says he won’t appoint himself to replace Rubio in the Senate
Although he doesn’t anticipate Rubio will officially leave his post in the Senate before Jan. 20, DeSantis said he is still on course to announce his pick next week
Orlando extends free downtown parking program
The goal is to increase downtown visitors at a time of rising tension and negative press.
Stuart and Bonnie’s, a new concept from Gideon’s Bakehouse; Baba Yaga Chicken Truck, by Red Panda Noodle; and more new Orlando restaurants
Restaurant openings and reopenings, plus tasty food events
Grammy-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer play Orlando’s Steinmetz Hall this month
‘The world’s reigning male chorus’
Live manatee webcams at Blue Springs State Park means the internet is finally good for something again
Live manatee action all day long
Florida Senator files bill for anti-discrimination protections for medical marijuana patients
The measure also would prohibit the presumption of neglect or child endangerment based on a parent’s status as a certified medical marijuana patient
Florida’s controversial pronoun law debate could extend to cities and counties
Lobbyist John Labriola said he hopes the issue will be considered during this year’s legislative session, which will start March 4
Popular Japanese bargain store chain Daiso to open first Florida location next month
The new Tampa outpost celebrates its grand opening Feb. 1
Green Velvet headlines La La Land Block Party in downtown Orlando
The party also features Crystal Waters, Justin Martin and Haylee Wood
COVID-19 probe requested by Florida Gov. DeSantis finds no evidence of criminal activity
DeSantis asked the Supreme Court to investigate wrongdoing related to the COVID-19 vaccines
Judge OKs rejection of plan for marijuana dispensaries at Florida gas stations
Green Thumb Industries, which operates RISE dispensaries in Florida, more than two years ago announced a lease agreement with Circle K stores
Porn advocates, plaintiffs want judge to stop enforcement of new Florida age verification law
Pornhub drew national attention last month when it said it would block people in Florida from having access to the site because of the law
Florida leads the nation in Obamacare enrollment again
More than 4.6 million Florida residents enrolled in an Obamacare plan for 2025
‘Dragula’ star The Dahli performs at Orlando’s Savoy this week
Also features Axel Andrews, Tenderoni, Tito Soto, Eros Taylor and Zade Black
Florida court rules police can’t search vehicles based on alert from drug-sniffing dogs
The court said a drug-sniffing dog’s alert did not justify a search because the dog could not differentiate between medical marijuana and illegal pot
Alien Witch pivots to psych on wild new album ‘Bloodstained Supernova’
‘A trip painted in acid colors’
NYC musicians Compass Trio play an entrancing intersection of Spanish and Indian sounds at Timucua
‘Mesmerizing music that’s at once ancient and progressive’
Pressure Kitten, Earth Fault, Crash the Funeral and Strangelace go dark at Orlando’s Stardust Video
‘An impressively wide sampler of Orlando’s neo-alternative underground’
Orlando bands get loud for a good cause for this week’s Punks for a Purpose benefit show
The night raises funds for Healing Our Homeland
A diabolical adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ ‘The Screwtape Letters’ at Dr. Phillips Center this weekend
Even hell has a bureaucracy
Orlando gets a comedic ‘postmortem’ from Sarah Silverman at Hard Rock Live
Gaffigan, Oswalt and now Silverman make for a great year in comedy already
Synth artist Silent Em brings a musical cold snap to Orlando Friday
Central Florida’s Ortrotasce makes a guest appearance
New on Netflix: Taylor Kitsch gets muddy and bloody in ‘American Primeval’
Plus everything else premiering on Prime Video, Peacock, Max, Disney+ and the rest
FestN4 brings a slate of adventurous theater to downtown’s Fringe ArtSpace this week
Last hurrah for the downtown Orlando venue






