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Cat Ridgeway’s new album ‘Sprinter’ is nothing less than a creative rebirth
The Orlando artist describes it as ‘indie rock for overthinkers’
Florida Republicans advance bill that would weaken child labor regulations for teens as young as 13
The bill is sponsored by freshman Florida Rep. Monique Miller, a self-described activist affiliated with Moms for Liberty.
Beer ’Merica is back for a tenth year with a proper nighttime party
It’s now a nighttime affair!
Valencia College Theater takes on the suddenly timely again musical ‘Green Day’s American Idiot’ this week
Things are going to get loud
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Beer ’Merica 2025: The Rise of Cannabis-Infused Beverages in Orlando
Check out Chronic Corner, a special festival section dedicated to alcohol-free THC drinks
Republicans Randy Fine, Jimmy Patronis win Florida congressional special elections
The congressional races drew attention nationally, as Fine and Patronis were backed by President Donald Trump
Florida Gov. DeSantis pushes back on proposal to cut sales taxes
‘People, for one, are not clamoring for sales tax relief. They’re clamoring for property tax relief,’ DeSantis said
Florida Republicans want stricter regulations on THC beverages
Such beverages were not included in a wide-ranging 2024 measure that hemp retailers and growers strenuously opposed and which the governor vetoed
Snapchat, YouTube covered under Florida’s new ban on social media for young teens
Court records said Facebook and Instagram might also be covered because they ‘appear to satisfy each of the criteria’ under the new law
Florida’s unemployment rate is up for a second consecutive month
A state official said it’s ‘too early’ to link any increase to ongoing federal job cuts
Canada launches billboard campaign in Central Florida on U.S. tariffs
Billboards funded by the Canadian government have been spotted throughout Florida and other states
UCF president welcomes DeSantis’ promise to cut ‘wasteful spending’ through Florida DOGE
UCF is Florida’s largest public university by enrollment, with an operating budget of $2 billion.
Orange County Clerk of Courts expands affordable legal aid program to new Winter Park location
The program is meant to help people who may not be able to afford to hire an attorney to represent them in court.
Democrats continue fight for ‘inmate bill of rights’ in Florida prison system
Despite efforts in places like Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas, the prison reform movement largely bypassed Florida
Florida Democrats dominate fundraising in upcoming special congressional elections
Josh Weil, a teacher at Kissimmee Middle School and single dad of two sons, has raised nearly 10 times more money than Sen. Randy Fine
Rapper Murs brings ‘Final Run’ retirement tour to Orlando this weekend
Yes, wrestler and rapper Max Caster is playing too
Orlando concert calendar: Murs, YTB Fatt, Gin Blossoms, Sunday Punk Matinee + Goth Prom
Your guide to live music in Orlando for the weekend of March 28-30
Florida House OKs bill that loosens defamation protections, requires removal of certain online articles
The bill advanced with support from Democrats who said they’d been targets of false information spread online
Bill aimed at restricting Florida’s hemp industry heads to Senate floor
This years’s bill (SB 438) is similar to last year’s — with more restrictions
Bill making it harder for Florida citizens to put amendments on the ballot heads to House floor
An overwhelming number of public speakers denounced the bill, many claiming the GOP-controlled committee and Legislature simply don’t want to have the citizen-led amendment process continue
Girls’ Night Out: Spring Daze in downtown Sanford promises enchanting crafts, entertainment and cocktails
Leave with your own fairy house
Tyler, the Creator rocked a sold-out Kia Center with songs and theatrics to spare
‘Shoutout to all the parents that came tonight with their kids’
Florida House leader wants to permanently reduce state sales tax rate to 5.25 percent
If successful, the move would save taxpayers’ nearly $5 billion annually and put the Sunshine State on the map for being the only state in the nation to permanently reduce its sales tax
Florida Gov. DeSantis has ideas to offset proposed property tax cuts
‘Tax the tourists. Tax some of the foreigners,’ DeSantis said this week
The Boulet Brothers and ‘Dragula’ stars plot sinister return to Orlando’s Plaza Live
Asia Consent, Grey Matter and Auntie Heroine feature
Adoptable dog Ross is a sweet super senior looking for a new home
His spirit, despite his age, remains strong
Florida senator walks back proposed restrictions to migrant children’s path to residency
Republican Sen. Erin Grall steered away from making it harder for immigrant children fleeing abuse in their home countries to seek residency in Florida
Florida Senate committee advances proposal prohibiting use of preferred pronouns in government jobs
The measure would also make it illegal for any local government to require any training, instruction, or other activity on sexual orientation
Republicans propose 2026 constitutional amendment that would create Florida version of ‘DOGE’
‘DOGE, as it currently stands, has been a trainwreck,’ said Orlando Democrat Anna Eskamani
Florida Senate committee advances proposal to ban flags that represent political viewpoints
LGBTQ advocates said the measure is aimed at local governments that display the Pride flag in June during Pride Month
Florida bill would ban AI from deciding insurance claim denials
The proposal says decisions should be made by a ‘qualified human professional’
Alt-rockers Garbage to kick off summer U.S. tour right here in Orlando
First headlining tour in a decade from this band
Pints N’ Paws livens up downtown Sanford with refreshing suds and intoxicatingly cute pups
Life won’t be ruff this weekend
Avant-punk trio MSSV bring lifetimes of confounding musical expectations to Will’s Pub
Sebadoh offshoot project No Chief opens
For thee but not for me: Florida Republican lawmaker wants tighter rules for union elections
If Rep. Persons-Mulicka had been subject to the same election requirements, she wouldn’t be in office today.
Orlando punk stalwarts Debt Neglector release aptly named new album ‘Kinda Rips’
Early release show for the album happens this weekend at Will’s Pub
R+B star Maxwell announces intention to ‘Serenade’ Orlando this summer
Lucky Daye opens the night
Tina Fey and Amy Poehler get ‘Restless’ at an Orlando arena this weekend
Not those comedy queens, ‘these’ comedy queens
The Tremolords rip it up at Ten10 Brewing with a very special guest
You’ll never guess. No, really
Fugitive Bubble, Coffee Stain, Gnats and Rosary primed to play outdoor show at Alchemy
Fistfight at the hair salon
Tatsuya Nakatani serves up a feast of adventurous percussion at Winter Park’s Dining Room
Jonas Van den Bossche and Zouri Eve open
Charleston-based firm behind Oak Steakhouse will take over the Park Avenue Tavern space in Winter Park
The Hannibal Square space was once home to Dexter’s.
Iliza Shlesinger is back in Orlando for some stand-up with new material and new perspectives
Big week for stand-up comedy in Orlando
Orlando Brick Convention is a Lego-lover’s dream in Kissimmee this weekend
Just, for the love of god, don’t step on any with bare feet
What to watch this week: Seth Rogen is head of ‘The Studio’ in buzzy Apple TV+ debut
Plus lots more new streaming movies and shows premiering this week
A secret Thai cocktail bar in downtown Orlando, another location for Craft + Common, and Downtown Pourhouse closes after 15 years
Restaurant openings and closings all around town
Drew Thomas thinks the stars are aligning for illusionists to get their long-overdue due in Orlando
Do you believe in magic?
Orlando Democrats push for Floridians to have the right to repair their wheelchairs
Currently, restrictive repair rules set by private equity-owned manufacturers prevent wheelchair owners from having access to information needed to expand their repair options.
Can restaurant service charges be blamed on wage hikes? This Florida restaurant industry lobbyist thinks so.
She admitted some restaurants have changed their pay structure to force customers to cover more of their labor costs.
Privatize the U.S. Postal Service? USPS workers in Central Florida say ‘hell no’
Postal workers plan rallies to protest threats from the Trump administration this week, and they’re asking for community support
