Two of our state’s most recognizable chefs will come together for a night of gastro jib-jab and tête-à-têtes at the 10th annual Reading Between the Wines – the annual fundraiser for the Adult Literacy League taking place Wednesday, April 12, at the Orlando Science Center. Chef Art Smith, who was born in Florida but made a name…
The Orlando Museum of Art has announced the artists who will appear in the 2017 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art exhibition: Domingo Castillo, William Cordova, Coco Fusco, Mark Gerstein, Aramis Gutierrez, Dana Hargrove, Lisa Iglesias, Carl Juste, Ralph Provisero and Chase Westfall. One of these artists will be selected as recipient of the Florida Prize honor…
In news shocking to probably no one, a survey shows female faculty members at the University of Central Florida make less money than their male colleagues. The study found that the median salary in 2016 for male faculty members was about $90,096, about $20,000 more than the median salary for female faculty members, which was about $70,000.…
The Henao Contemporary Center – located just north of Lee Road on Edgewater Drive, miles away from what anyone considers a thriving cultural district – has proven to be the little venue that could. Riding high on the wave that last month’s Body//Talk-curated Contact Festival brought to the multi-use facility, tonight’s Crock Pot party gets…
We all have a bucket list of things we want to do before we croak, whether it includes sky-diving, winning an Oscar or learning to play the mandolin. No matter what our hearts want to accomplish before we kick the bucket, the Orlando Museum of Art is giving everyone the opportunity to show off their…
Comedian Seth Herzog – currently a sketch performer on NBC’s Tonight Show, but also known for appearances on Chappelle Show and 30 Rock – is in town with the Tonight Show crew to do some filming this week and is hosting a big comedy show at Will’s Pub tonight. For the purposes of the Heard, we’re…
The prosecutor assigned by Gov. Rick Scott to the case of Markeith Loyd announced Tuesday that he will seek the death penalty against the accused murder suspect. Ocala-based State Attorney Brad King was appointed to the case after Scott removed Orange-Osceola State Attorney Aramis Ayala, who decided she wouldn’t seek the death penalty against Loyd…
Florida’s high-stakes testing system is a large part of students’ daily school routine in the Sunshine State. But now, a group of Republican and Democratic senators has come up with new legislation that would overhaul the standardized tests that have become a rite of passage for Florida students. According to the Associated Press, a Senate…
Central Florida’s Republican representatives are asking Gov. Rick Scott to suspend Orange-Osceola State Attorney Aramis Ayala from office in response to her decision not to pursue the death penalty for cases under her tenure. Scott upped the ante on Monday when he decided to reassign 21 first-degree murder cases from Ayala’s office to Ocala-based State…
Yesterday President Donald Trump, a man who promised to work for “free,” graciously handed over a check to the National Park Service for just over $78,000, an amount that wouldn’t even cover a single weekend of overtime security associated with his trips to Mar-A-Lago. The $78,333.32 check, which oddly enough comes only a couple weeks after…
Second only to electro-druid Bruce Haack instructing Mr. Rogers and his audience of youngsters on the ins and outs of synthesizers back in 1968, leftfield guitarist Chris Belt took the silver medal in the avant/public-airwaves stakes by being tapped to provide musical ambience for a live taping of NPR’s Science Friday wonkfest at the Bob…
It’s no secret that Florida is known for its snowbirds and retirement communities, so finding out millennials here have it worse than other places across the country isn’t really too surprising. But according to a new WalletHub study, Florida is the 10th worst state in the country for the millennial population, which covers people in…
Last weekend, two South Florida men captured a 144-pound, 15-foot-long python, which is roughly the size of three Danny DeVitos. According to WSVN, the two snake hunters, Nicholas Banos and Leonardo “PythonKing” Sanchez, captured and killed python last Saturday, April 1, in the Everglades as part of the new program that hired hunters to control the…
Phat N Jazzy, the boundary-pushing hip-hop night that used to grace the Social every week, may no longer be a regular thing, but its annual birthday party has become something to look forward to. This year, local institution DJ BMF brings in Questlove – normally known for providing the beat on the drums for the…
It looks like Disney and Universal will be facing a little more competition in the water park market from an unlikely place: Lake Nona. Public filings show that Lake Nona developers are planning to build a floating water park on a man-made lake just south of the Orlando VA Medical Center, reports the Orlando Sentinel. Tavistock…
Some of you already know the story: A fresh season of pogroms has descended across the Pale of Settlement, and the Cossacks are on the rampage, rape and pillage and burnt synagogues engulfing one village after the next, until their forces arrive at this particular little shtetl whose Rebbe now comes out to confront the…
Since Shanghai Disneyland opened last year, certain attractions have seen consistently long lines, even on days when the rest of the park is a ghost town. These long lines have caused some local entrepreneurs to begin selling FastPasses. Unlike in Orlando, in Shanghai the FastPass system is still via a printed-out ticket that is only…
Florida’s largest electricity provider is bumping up its solar plans. A little more than a month after saying it intended to double its solar-energy production in the coming year, Florida Power & Light announced Monday it plans to put up an additional 1,500 megawatts of solar over the next seven years. By adding nearly 300…
With the bill sponsor saying it “faithfully” carries out a constitutional amendment that voters passed in November, a Senate committee Monday approved a bill that would revamp Florida’s medical-marijuana laws. “It fully realizes the intent of the voters in passing that amendment,” bill sponsor Rob Bradley, R-Fleming Island, said. “It does so without playing games…
We can all agree that Orlando’s old city flag was bad, but now we have to make a tough decision. After receiving more than 950 flag submissions, the city of Orlando has now narrowed it down to just 11, and from now until April 17 at midnight, anyone can vote. You can cast your vote…
Gov. Rick Scott reassigned 21 first-degree murder cases away from Orange-Osceola State Attorney Aramis Ayala for her refusal to seek the death penalty during her administration. Scott announced Monday that he is reassigning those cases to Ocala-based State Attorney Brad King, from the Fifth Judicial Circuit. In a news release, Scott says King has accepted…
Donnie Wahlberg, one of three burger-loving Wahlberg brothers, will be making a celebrity appearance at his Waterford Lakes Wahlburger location this week. Donnie will be visiting the Wahlburgers at Waterford Lakes Town Center on Thursday, April 6. The restaurant will be closed for a private event that day. However, Donnie will hang with fans at…
A one-of-a-kind facility focusing on the culinary arts and education will open on King Street in College Park. The Emeril Lagasse Kitchen House & Culinary Garden, a joint venture between Florida Hospital for Children, Orlando Junior Academy and the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, will support OJA’s Edible Education Experience – a program providing education, gardening and…
On Saturday, April 1, a search-and-rescue effort ended sadly after divers recovered the body of a man who vanished while tubing on Lake Ivanhoe. According to the Orlando Fire Department, the man, who has since been identified as 36-year-old Jason Seifer, jumped off the inner tube while the boat sat anchored 150 feet from the dock and…
Each year at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, one of the most popular moments is when the Headless Horseman makes his speedy run through the park. If a quick glance of the Headless Horseman passing by just isn’t enough, then Disney has a new event solely focused on the character and the 1949 animated film that…
SeaWorld is in the midst of a multi-year refocusing that will remove many of the more theatrical elements from the parks and replace them with a focus on conservation and education. While the San Diego SeaWorld park has already implemented many of these changes, here in Orlando the rollout has been delayed. On April 1, SeaWorld Orlando…
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 Fiery Sushi. Fiery Sushi is playing their EP release party at Will’s Pub on April 7. They’re also playing Florida Music Festival on April 22. Just the facts: Who’s in…
THIS LITTLE UNDERGROUND Dinosaur Jr. and Easy Action, The Beacham, March 30 Though not exactly a prolific era, alternative-rock godfathers Dinosaur Jr. have managed, logistically and qualitatively, to keep the wheels of their reunion on for the past dozen years. Given their conflicted history of deep artistic impact and famous schism, that’s a fortunate accomplishment.…
A new app developed by the Florida Department of Transportation will alert Orlando citizens that a bus does in fact exist. “People have been furious about transportation in Central Florida for decades, and we wanted to finally address their concerns – on a theoretical level, of course,” said FDOT engineer Miles Proost. The app, called…
Fed up with people from Kissimmee entering their upscale surroundings, Windermere residents say they want their neighboring town to pay for a 30-foot-high gated community wall. Last night at the Windermere Recreation Center, Windermere officials presented blueprints for the massive wall, which will surround all of the already gated communities within the affluent district. “What…
In an obvious hint that he’s given up on the 2017 NBA regular season, Orlando Magic’s head coach Frank Vogul was spotted last week at a local community center gym reluctantly coaching a peewee basketball team of misfit kids. The team, which is not only learning the fundamentals of basketball but also about friendship and…
With a fresh, shiny carapace starting to peek through his dull, peeling exterior, Gov. Rick Scott announced late Friday that he will be taking the rest of the weekend away from the public eye to finish the molting process. According to a spokesperson for Scott, the Florida governor needs the time to attend to personal…
Orlando City Council announced this week that the famous Lake Eola fountain will now only play “Smooth,” the Grammy Award-winning song by Santana, which also features the voice of former Orlando resident Rob Thomas. “Guests visiting downtown will really appreciate it when they hear the words ‘Man, it’s a hot one, like 7 inches from…
While Disney’s Imagineers are busy putting the finishing touches on the audio animatronic version of the 44th president to grace the stage of the Hall of Presidents (Grover Cleveland served non-consecutive terms, but is only represented once), the scenic artists of the Magic Kingdom are rebranding the iconic Cinderella castle to make Donald Trump feel…
Under threat of facing his constituents, Florida senator Marco Rubio has decided to install a panic room in his Miami office. Sources say the heavily fortified room comes with no working phone lines, fax machine, or internet, but does have plenty of bottled water and a small opening to allow Rubio to accept large cash…
Wally’s Mills Avenue Liquors, one of Orlando’s cornerstone dive bars, has turned over a new leaf – instead of plying customers with booze, the plucky drinkery hopes to quench their thirst with delicious kombucha. “We’re betting that people will love the probiotic effects of fermented tea drinks as much as they love the super fun…
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, a man who recently went a whole month without shaving for Movember, was recently spotted on campus at the University of Central Florida completely shaven. The shockingly ripped and hairless Dyer was seen shotgunning beers alongside a group of guys he referred to as “a solid group of bros.” “I just…
Universal Orlando Resort announced today that the next expansion of its immensely popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter will include an opportunity for one young fan to step into the shoes of the Boy (or Girl) Who Lived – and become an orphan. The contest is open to children aged 6-12, and is expected to…
This past week, two major controversies embroiled Central Florida colleges, and tripped up local and national media outlets along the way. It’s called gaslighting, and Orlando media took the bait. At Rollins College, a student was temporarily suspended after accusing his Muslim professor of religious discrimination. Fox News and conservative websites quickly picked up the…
A dream Disney vacation isn’t complete without a trip through security, but now that bag check will happen before guests even reach Magic Kingdom. According to the Orlando Sentinel, Disney will be moving its security checks to the Transportation and Ticket Center starting Monday, April 3. The TTC is a major hub at Disney, where…
Even though he lived in cities across the country while being registered to vote in Miami, Steve Bannon won’t be facing any criminal charges related to his voter fraud investigation. According to the Tampa Bay Times, prosecutors announced Thursday, March 30, that they could not prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Bannon broke the law…
The House and Senate are on track to start budget negotiations with a gap of $2 billion in their proposals, providing fresh reasons for skepticism that lawmakers will complete a spending plan by the scheduled May 5 end of the legislative session. The Senate on Thursday published an initial draft of its budget that would…
Sports franchises wouldn’t be able to build or renovate stadiums on publicly owned land under a measure that won House approval Thursday. But while the House voted 82-33 to support the bill (HB 77), the Senate hasn’t been in the same ballpark on the issue. “It’s fine here, but the Senate … a lot of…
The ceaselessly expanding list of celebs appearing at Star Wars Celebration in Orlando is growing more appetizing with every day that passes, but the recent addition of a tribute to Princess Leah hosted by Mark Hamill might be difficult to top. The man we all know and love as Luke Skywalker will host what is sure…
We had to doublecheck just to make sure it wasn’t an incredibly cruel April Fool’s gag, but it’s all true, Austin hardcore all-stars Glue will indeed be plying their thoroughly freaked-out and kinetic music at Will’s Glue play Will’s Pub at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 1, with Flamethrower, Post Teens and Tight Genes. Tickets are…
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced Thursday, March 31, that the West Indian manatee is no longer listed as “endangered” and is now classified instead as “threatened.” The manatee’s population was heavily thinned in 2013 when 800 were killed off during a red tide event that hit the Gulf Coast, as well as an…
Leave the kiddos at home and spend the evening at the Science Center without them for a change. On the evening of April 29, the Science of Wine event will bring 150 wines from the world’s major wine-producing regions — both New World and Old — to sample, as well as paired bites from local…
Unless you’re an interior designer, contractor, or have a SERIOUS shiplap addiction form watching too much HGTV, you probably aren’t planning to attend Coverings, “the global tile and stone experience” at the Orange County Convention Center Tuesday, April 4, through Friday, April 7. But if you’re into tiny houses, maybe reconsider: Three will be on…
An owner who became overwhelmed with a massive pack of wiener dogs has given them up to a shelter, and now they’re all looking for new homes. Alaqua Animal Refuge in Freeport, Florida, has teamed up with the volunteer group Save Underdogs to rescue 47 stubby-legged dachshund hounds from a shelter in Arkansas. The Arkansas shelter would…
Jimmy Fallon, late-night show host and Donald Trump’s favorite hair tousler, is heading to Universal Orlando next week to celebrate the opening of his new ride and to film a few episodes of The Tonight Show. Fallon’s new ride, “The Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon,” is already in soft open mode, but will celebrate…
Today Universal Orlando released ticket price details for their yet-to-open third theme park, Volcano Bay. Three ticket options will be available for guests to purchase for the new water theme park, including a Florida Resident three-park multi-day ticket, which starts at $199 per adult, a Universal Orlando Resort three-park pass for Florida residents starting at…
Following last summer’s completely unnecessary shooting in North Miami involving a behavioral therapist and his autistic patient, Florida House members passed a bill Thursday that would require police officers to receive ongoing autism training. The bill, HB 39, passed unanimously this afternoon, reports the Associated Press. The bill would provide autism awareness training for police officers…
Despite no real coherent stance on healthcare from Republicans or the fact that 24 million would’ve lost their coverage, Florida Gov. Rick Scott said Thursday that he still thinks the failed GOP bill was “way better than Obamacare.” According to the Tampa Bay Times, Scott touted the dead bill today after an event in Tampa. “The…
Speaking to reporters during Wednesday’s briefing, White House press secretary Sean Spicer said president Donald Trump is not concerned about rising costs or criticism surrounding his frequent trips to his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida. Fox 5 DC’s Ronica Cleary asked Spicer if Trump has “any concerns about the pushback” from Florida residents and…
West African folk musician and griot Arouna Diarra is a master of the kamel n’goni – similar to a harp – and will be playing a rare Florida show opening for Rising Appalachia. Arouna Diarra opens up for Rising Appalachia tonight at the Social at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20-$23 and can be purchased here for…
Yesterday, deputies with the Pasco Sheriff’s Office were called to a furniture store to help remove a trespassing alligator, something which is completely normal here in Florida. The 4- to 5-foot-long gator was first spotted under a car in the parking lot of an American Freight Furniture and Mattress in Holiday, Florida. Rather than attempting to…
Whether you’re into oysters raw, steamed or fried, this Friday, March 31, is your day to devour as many as possible. We’re lucky to live near a major oyster-producing area, the Gulf of Mexico, especially the shores of the Panhandle, and some of the dining spots around town take their shellfish seriously. Whatever your preferred…
From the concrete to the eccentric, Floridians began bringing their ideas to the state’s Constitution Revision Commission during a public hearing Wednesday, even as a voting-rights organization questioned the panel’s process. The public hearing in Orlando marked the first for the commission, which has undertaken the once-every-20-years task of proposing constitutional amendments directly to the…
Orange-Osceola State Attorney Aramis Ayala is calling a $1.3 million proposed budget cut to her office a “political posturing” move by Florida lawmakers. Republicans in the Florida House have proposed slashing the Ninth Circuit’s State Attorney’s Office budget by eliminating millions and 21 positions after Ayala’s decision not to seek the death penalty during her…
The Florida House on Wednesday narrowly approved a proposed constitutional amendment that would limit Supreme Court justices and appeals-court judges to two consecutive terms in office, sending a major priority of Speaker Richard Corcoran to an uncertain fate in the Senate. House members voted to approve the measure (HJR 1) on a 73-46 vote nearly…
Florida senator Marco Rubio recently decided that the privacy of his constituents is worth about $75,000 in political donations. Yesterday, Marco Rubio, along with the rest of the Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representative, repealed Obama-era privacy rules that would have required internet service providers (like Comcast and Time Warner Cable) to get your consent before…
On the range this morning at Osprey Point. Not sure what T time he had. #kiawah A post shared by mayorjuan (@mayorjuan) on Mar 27, 2017 at 3:21pm PDT A gargantuan alligator interrupted a golf tournament in South Carolina this week and while the footage of this beast is impressive, it’s important to remember that…
Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 27 is right around the corner, and this year the terror-themed attraction will once again bring FX’s American Horror Story to life. Universal Studios released a few details about the American Horror Story house, which will feature three of the show’s seasons – “Asylum,” “Coven” and “Roanoke.” In “Asylum,” guests will…
A controversial proposal for the state to oversee aspects of high-speed rail – intended to slow a planned private passenger-rail service linking Orlando and Miami – might have been derailed in the House. The Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Tuesday declined to hear the proposal (HB 269), which in part sought to give the Florida…
Multiple Me, Beemo, David & Olivia, and Paul Smith (amongst others) all lend their musical talents to the Beat Poverty benefit concert for the nonprofit Whole Planet Foundation’s microlending initiatives. The Beat Poverty concert is happening tonight at 6 p.m. at the Tin Roof. Entry is free, but make sure to donate. Related Stories
Wednesday, March 29 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. Beat Poverty: Multiple Me, Chris Eddie, Paul Smith, Inferno, Beemo, David & Olivia, Layla Brisbois Band 6 pm at The…
A lack of beaches won’t stop Hulk Hogan from pursuing his dream of expanding his chain of beach shops right smack in the middle of I-Drive, brother. The pro wrestler announced on his Facebook page that Hogan’s Beach Shop will be officially opening on I-Drive Thursday, March 30, just in time for WrestleMania 33 this…
March 31 will be the last day for chef Greg Richie’s Asian gastropub, Baoery. Citing space issues, Richie told Scott Joseph’s Restaurant Guide that the concept should really be housed in a restaurant about half the size. Baoery employed about 20 people. Some will move next door to Soco, Richie’s sister concept. Owner TPRG has…
THIS LITTLE UNDERGROUND Cherry Glazerr, Lala Lala and Ian Sweet, The Social, March 27 Top to bottom, this was a diverse bill that came with promise and left an impression of what “next” might look like. Headlining was ascendant L.A. act Cherry Glazerr, a band that’s moving fast. The garage-punk jams of their early Burger…
Things were spiraling out of control for father-and-son wrestling tandem Eddie and Mike Graham. Tuesday night was wrestling night in Tampa. Long before the Orlando Magic or Tampa Bay Buccaneers, professional wrestlers were some of Florida’s biggest heroes. And the Grahams were Florida wrestling royalty, the good guys (or “faces”) squaring off against a pair…
Orlando’s comedy scene has experienced tremendous growth within the last four years. Clubs like the Improv and SAK continue to shine, but the city’s independent comedians have created their own shows in bars, coffee houses and music venues to offer something off the beaten path. The introduction of the annual Orlando Indie Comedy Festival in…
College Park’s denizens embody a strong sense of community and are as fiercely passionate about local businesses as they are about the housing developments newly intruding on their quaint bungalow-lined streets. But even change in the form of a much-contended new apartment complex (with a frankly hideous parking garage) can’t deter from this downtown district’s…
NOTICE OF AUCTION Personal property of Eddie Englehart, Unit 25 will be sold for cash to satisfy owner’s lien in accordance with Florida Statutes Self Storage Facility Act on April 8, 2017 at 9:00 AM. Property consists of car and truck parts. Sale to be held at premises of South Orlando Mini-Warehouse, 414 Fairlane Avenue,…
The neighborhood just west of downtown has had more than its share of trouble over the years, but a slow flowering of business and art may turn it around yet. Local African-American history and culture is preserved at the Wells’ Built Museum, while the West Art District is a joyous explosion of brand-new culture and…
Whether you’re the outdoorsy type, looking for the best boating, biking and hiking – or more of an armchair goalie type in search of the best local sports teams to cheer on – Central Florida has you covered. Parks Lake Eola Park 512 E. Washington St., cityoforlando.net/parks/lake-eola-park The center of downtown Orlando life, Lake Eola…
NOTICE OF AUCTION Personal property of Yolanda Santiago, Parking spaces 13&14 will be sold for cash to satisfy owner’s lien in accordance with Florida Statutes Self Storage Facility Act on April 8, 2017 at 9:00 AM. Property consists of box truck & 2 pickup trucks. Sale to be held at premises of South Orlando Mini-Warehouse,…
Downtown Throwdown Live wrestling matches, featuring Ethan Carter III, Matt Sydal, Brian Cage, Shannon Moore, Moose and more. Thursday, 5:30 pm; Gilt Nightclub, 740 Bennett Road; $20-$40; 407-504-7699; giltnightclub.com. It’s Vader Time An intimate evening with the professional wrestler known as Vader. Thursday, 8 pm; Backbooth, 37 W. Pine St.; $50-$120; 407-999-2570; backbooth.com. Jake “The Snake” Roberts The wrestling legend…
The oldest incorporated town in Central Florida, Winter Park melds seamlessly with Orlando on one side, Maitland on the other, forming an amalgam of hipster hamlets and affluent areas. Winter Park’s getting her groove back, beyond all the bucks on display along Park Avenue and in Hannibal Square – and Maitland is getting in on…
We’ve all heard the conventional wisdom about our city’s world-famous attractions: Nobody goes there because it’s too crowded. Certainly, there are longtime Orlando residents who only venture into the tourism district in search of a paycheck, or when family visits from out of state. But ignoring all that Orlando’s theme parks and their surrounding strips…
NOTICE OF AUCTION Personal property of Yolanda Santiago, Unit 2 will be sold for cash to satisfy owner’s lien in accordance with Florida Statutes Self Storage Facility Act on April 8, 2017 at 9:00 AM. Property consists of household items and tools. Sale to be held at premises of South Orlando Mini-Warehouse, 414 Fairlane Avenue,…
Gay guy here. Met a guy online. He came over. We had incredible sex and then a great conversation lasting several hours. But – and you knew there was one coming – he told me that he lied about his HIV status. (I asked him before meeting him, like I do with anyone.) He is…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA IN RE:THE ADOPTION OF: N.A., DOB: 09/02/2009 Minor Adoptee. CASE NO.: 2016-DR-017657-O NOTICE OF ACTION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS TO: MATHEW BRANOM of Orlando, FL; Caucasian male, DOB: 03/17/1984, Brown hair, blue eyes, 5’8” approximately 135lbs., father of the minor…
Forget “Orlando North.” Seminole County officials adopted the term to attract tourists, but Sanford is lovely all on its own. This historic city has a charm that doesn’t wear off as time goes by and we’re grateful for it. Around the downtown area, find historic architecture, galleries, eclectic businesses and a long riverwalk. Greater Sanford…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY STATE OF FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 3/SHEA IN THE INTEREST OF: K.L DOB: 9/10/2013, K.L DOB: 2/29/2012; Minor Children. CASE NO.: DP13-410 SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF TPR ADVISORY HEARING, STATE OF FLORIDA TO: MICHELLE LIVOLSI, UNKNOWN ADDRESS. A Petition for Termination of…
Pulse survivors and families sue gunman’s widow and employer: Victims’ families and survivors of the shooting at the gay nightclub Pulse are suing the gunman’s jailed widow and employer, saying they did nothing to stop the massacre where 49 people were killed even though they knew Omar Mateen intended to commit violent acts. The complaint…
If you’re new to Orlando or are one of the rare people who were actually born in the City Beautiful, then you’ve probably figured out Orlando’s a hard place to define. We’ve been a frontier, a cattle stronghold, a hub of the state’s citrus industry and the tourist capital of the world. Located in the…
NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, Modern Goods, LLC, of 2423 S. Orange Ave., Ste 151, Orlando, Fl 32806, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, is hereby advertising the following fictitious name: Got Me Tipsy It is the intent of the undersigned to register “Got Me Tipsy” with…
NOTICE OF AUCTION Personal property of Yolanda Santiago, Units 14,23,41,and 42 will be sold for cash to satisfy owner’s lien in accordance with Florida Statutes Self Storage Facility Act on April 8, 2017 at 8:00 AM. Property consists of household items and tools. Sale to be held at premises of South Pinecastle Mini-Warehouse, 6440 Pinecastle Boulevard,…
Are you looking for a new pal? Meet Gummy! Gummy (A371979) is a sweet senior kitty who would love to join your family. He is 10 years old and was surrendered because his owner could no longer keep him. He is ready to go home with you today! Gummy is laid back and enjoys being…
It’s a college town – home to Stetson University – with a historic downtown bustling with people of all ages. You may feel as though you’ve stepped into Stars Hollow when you realize how tight-knit the community is, but don’t worry, they like strangers too. So feel free to wander among the restored old buildings…
NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, SESH LLC, of 813 Springwood Drive, Orlando, Fl 32839, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, is hereby advertising the following fictitious name: SUP SESH It is the intent of the undersigned to register “SUP SESH” with the Florida Department of State, Division…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION FOR MONIES DUE ON STORAGE LOCKERS LOCATED AT UHAUL COMPANY FACILITIES. STORAGE LOCATIONS AND TIMES ARE LISTED BELOW. ALL GOODS SOLD ARE HOUSEHOLD CONTENTS, MISCELLANEOUS OR RECOVERED GOODS. ALL AUCTIONS ARE HELD TO SATISFY OWNER’S LIEN FOR RENT AND FEES IN ACCORDANCE WITH FLORIDA STATUTES, SELF STORAGE ACT, SECTIONS 83.806 AND…
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: Frank Hernández Escalante Tattooed on his left bicep in black ink, Frank Hernández kept a saying close to his heart: “Love has no gender.” The 27-year-old who grew up…
Long considered a desirable place to live for its proximity to theme parks, major shopping malls and downtown, the sprawling “neighborhood” with its exclusive communities of Bay Hill, Windermere and Isleworth is home to many of the city’s upwardly mobile. Naturally, many of the businesses cater to Dr. Phillips’ well-heeled residents, including the ever-growing string…
Recently I previewed Universal’s new Jimmy Fallon “flying theater” ride, calling it “a small step sideways for simulators.” Perhaps I spoke too soon, because in the weeks since I’ve experienced two new simulator-based attractions that aren’t merely sliding perpendicular, but may have completely jumped the rails. I’ve always been interested in expanding entertainment technology outside…
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 April 11th, 2017 at 120 Highline Drive. Longwood, FL 32750 at 10:00AM. to satisfy…
Essay question: Why should I drink here? The dapper, clandestine middle child between Trattoria al Forna and the Flying Fish, AbracadaBar puts Disney BoardWalk-ers under its speakeasy spell. This Buena Vista hideaway treats guests to delectable cocktails, a smattering of magical memorabilia and private booths-slash-countertops fit for your inner flapper. Short answer/multiple choice: After work…
In presence and power, the ladies owned this week. Oathbreaker and King Woman, Backbooth, March 19 Female-fronted Belgian headliner Oathbreaker is one of the next-level modern metal bands that exist beyond the walled ghettos of sub-genre. From the open-ended pillars of black metal and post-metal, their sound is free to follow their deep mood anywhere.…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION: 03 CASE NO: DP15-296 IN THE INTEREST OF:S-M.Z DOB: 01/30/2015, A MINOR CHILD SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF MANIFEST BEST INTEREST AND ADVISORY HEARING FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS STATE OF FLORIDA TO: Ronkel Best, Address Unknown A Petition…
No other part of Orlando changed so much last year as SoDo. South of the 408 and along Orange Avenue and Michigan Street, this nascent area was struck hard after the mass shooting at the gay nightclub Pulse, in which 49 people were killed. Pulse was blocks away from the Orlando Regional Medical Center, the…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE APRIL 17, 2017 at 8:00AM at My Towing Company 1800 N Forsyth Rd., Orlando FL 32807. Will sell the following vehicles to the highest bidder 03 NISSAN VIN # 1N4BL11E93C315825Term of the sale are cash. My Towing Company reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. Vehicle sold…
Taking it to the streets
Thirty minutes from downtown Orlando, Apopka gets a bad rep as a place where nothing happens. But perhaps that’s where the trick is. Time has seemingly stood still at several nature hangouts surrounding this small city, making it one of the best spots in the county to reconnect with our wild side. Apopka is home…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that Mindful 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: April 18th, 2017 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein by the following:…
Look around and you’ll realize that the Milk District has changed more rapidly in the past two years than the preceding 10, and it’s not entirely clear what the future holds for this area. In the meantime, though, there is still so much to take in and discover in this deceptively unassuming area abutting the…
The Lake Eola fountain serves as a centerpiece for the Central Business District, where there’s much more than meets the eye. Beyond businesses and bars – oh, all the bars; so many bars – you’ll find arts, architecture, history, outdoor space, major-league sports and more. Instead of hunting Pokemon with your face in your phone,…
The Ivanhood is growing more each year, though so far (so good), the area has maintained its quirky and human-scale charm. All the new bars and restaurants are fitting in well with the overall eclectic vibe of this artsy, walkable neighborhood – as is the presence of Orlando’s first medical marijuana dispensary. North Orange Avenue…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell, to satisfy lien of the owner, at public sale by competitive bidding on April 18, 2017 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored there in by the following: 1:30p.m. at the Extra Space Storage facility located…
Orlando is more than just Harry Potter and Mickey Mouse – the region is home to a host of other attractions that have an appeal all their own. From ziplining to gator-wrassling, hang-gliding to horseback-riding, life-size dinosaurs to Bible scenes come to life, these are just a few of our favorite diversions. Airboat Rides at…
In a conversation with Orlando Weekly earlier this year, veteran local musician Eugene Snowden said that Orlando was increasingly gaining a reputation as a music town, a place where musicians can take chances and the audiences will come. The evolution he is suggesting is emblematic of a larger shift within the Orlando club and live…
Notice is hereby given to the owners, lienholders, and other interested parties that the following described abandoned vehicle will be sold at auction for cash to the highest bidder at 9:30 AM on April 5th, 2017 at 7205 Campbellton Rd. Atlanta, GA 30331: 2007 Dodge Charger 4 Door Sedan VIN 2B3KA43R77H766810. Seller reserves the right…
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: 1996 Dodge VIN# 2B6HB21Y0TK108414 2001 Honda VIN# 2HGES16531H592257 1999 Honda VIN# 1HGEJ667XXL032734 1992 Honda VIN# JHMEH9590NS012041 2004 Buick VIN# 1G4HR54K54U106343…
SERIES: Uncomfortable Brunch uncomfortablebrunch.com The long-running film series at Will’s Pub is in a state of flux right now, as founder Joshua Martin is leaving for colder climes. New head honcho Katy Whitacre promises to continue the legacy of combining delicious Sunday breakfast buffets with gut-punching cinema like Requiem for a Dream or Straw Dogs.…
You might have a vague impression of Lakeland, just over an hour southwest of Orlando, as some backward, back-woods, Steel Magnolias-esque citrus town – and you wouldn’t be completely wrong. But beyond the rows of pomelos, honeybells, kumquats and tangelos, you’ll find mind-blowing architecture old and new, third-wave coffee and a budding new stop on…
This easygoing neighborhood southeast of downtown has been quietly residential for years, with nearby ’hood Belle Isle as a slightly scruffier and more industrial neighbor. But its long-appreciated small local businesses are gaining wider acclaim (ZaZa, Mediterranean Blue, Johnny’s); its craft-beer scene rivals the one that’s popped up on Virginia Drive; and the newer, higher-profile…
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. 2011 NISSAN VIN# 3N1AB6AP2BL692591 2002 TOYOTA VIN# 4T1BE32K02U033565 2001 FORD VIN# 1FAFP55271G230257 To be sold at auction at 8:00AM on…
APRIL Spring Fiesta in the Park April 1-2, 2017, Lake Eola Park, North Eola Drive and East Washington Street, fiestainthepark.com Wander around Lake Eola and check out food, live music, and arts and crafts from tons of vendors. Florida Film Festival April 21-30, 2017, Enzian Theater, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland, floridafilmfestival.com Whether you’re a…
Notice is hereby given that 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 location indicated: 1751 Fortune Rd Kissimmee FL 34744, 407-414- 5303 on 04/18/17 @ 11:00 am. Janice Rivera 3066 mattress, couch, boxes, Scott Trichak 1060…
This neighborhood is where you take visitors who think Orlando lacks allure. Thornton Park’s historic markers, sidewalk terraces and walkable boutiques are the ultimate in adorable. Claim your spot in the sun and spend the day strolling Thornton’s brick-lined byways – we dare you not to be charmed. Just promise not to climb into the…
NOTICE OF SALE The following vehicles will be sold at Public Auction for cash to satisfy lien pursuant to F.S. 713.78 on APRIL 18TH, 2017 at 9:00 am at Dynamic Towing, 6408 Old Cheney Hwy., Orlando, FL. 2006 NISS 1N4AL11D46C105317 2006 HYUN 5NPEU46F66H0263052005 FORD 1FAFP34N55W252902 2005 TOYO JTEDP21A850059226.
Beat Poverty Multiple Me, Beemo, David & Olivia, and Paul Smith (amongst others) all lend their musical talents to this benefit show for the nonprofit Whole Planet Foundation’s microlending initiatives. 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, at Tin Roof, free Arouna Diarra West African folk musician and griot is a virtuoso of the kamel n’goni –…
This leafy, bike-friendly district of mid-century bungalows and streets named after birds continues its upward rise – if you don’t already own here, buying is tough; but visiting is easy, and just gets better month by month. 2017 will bring two major new restaurants to the neighborhood – Bem Bom on Corrine and Kadence –…
OPENINGS The 3,400-square-foot Orange County Brewers will open in the former Fiat space on the corner of Orange Avenue and Jefferson Street this May and will feature a pizza joint called Orlando Pizza and Wing Co. … Look for Lineage Coffee to open a second location next to Lazy Moon Pizza on Colonial Drive later this year … Reyes Mezcaleria by Jason and Sue Chin (Osprey Tavern,…
Notice of Auction 2003 Boat Trailer with VIN# 4J2CDTU2431075704 will be auctioned on 4/17/2017 at 9:00 am. Rodney Venoy Jolley, Robin Suzanne Sharp & Allen Remington Record. 8550 Old Winter Garden Rd., Orlando, FL. 32835 2003 Yamaha Jetski Boat with Vin# YAMCN181D303will be auctioned on 4/17/2017 at 9:00 am. Allen Remington Record. 8550 Old Winter Garden…
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:2006 TOYOTAJTLKT3243641076782000 VOLKSWAGEN3VWCA21C0YM4890662003 KIAKNDJD7336350524871995 CHEVROLET1GBJG31KXF1864881994 SATURN1G8ZF5598RZ2670922002 HONDA1HGCG56462A052246To be sold at auction at 10:00 a.m. on April 14, 2017, 9881 Recycle Center…
Orlando and its surrounding areas are full of amazing wildlife, venues, events, activities and shops, and all of it is worth exploring. From day trips worth a tank of gas to the best things to do all year long, what we have here is a rundown of everything the City Beautiful has to offer, and…
Mills 50 may get its name from the intersection of Mills Avenue and Colonial Drive (aka State Road 50), but it’s earned its reputation by appealing to a broad cross-section of musicians, artists, foodies and drinkers of disparate tastes and backgrounds. Whether it’s all the young punks who pack out tiny Uncle Lou’s, or the…
NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, Fabien A Nassar, of 10967 Moss Park Rd, Orlando FL 32832 County of Osceola, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, is hereby advertising the following fictitious name: Flying Mentors It is the intent of the undersigned to register “Flying Mentors” with the…
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Wednesday, March 29 Antony and Cleopatra THEATER The big thing to know about Orlando Shakes’ production of Antony and Cleopatra, which premieres this week, is that the Shakes snagged veteran actor Michael Dorn – best known as the Klingon Worf, son of Mogh, on one of the greatest series of all time, Star Trek: The…
OPENING THIS WEEK The Boss Baby What a great idea … for a four-second gag on 30 Rock. But instead of getting that Werewolf Bar Mitzvah feature we’ve been owed for donkey’s years, we have to settle for this story of a paranoid 7-year-old who envisions his new baby brother as a high-powered business type.…
The University of Central Florida is home to thousands of Knights, but you don’t have to be a student to enjoy everything this college kingdom has to offer. The nation’s second-largest university has a sprawling domain of student housing and shopping plazas, complete with coffee shops where you’re sure to find desperate souls hunched over…
A quick trip west on the 408 expressway is all it takes to be transported to a historic downtown swaying with live oaks and Spanish moss. This town of just 34,000 has some Orlandoans giving up city life for small-town swagger, and Winter Garden residents are all too happy to show them the ropes. This…
Between the Eagle Creek golf course, Medical City, the U.S. Tennis Association headquarters and Orlando City Soccer’s soon-to-appear new training facility, Lake Nona is shaping up to be quite the upscale, busy district. The Lake Nona Institute’s Life Project is a long-term study tracking the wellness effects of making exercise and healthy foods readily available…
