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Four months after Pulse, Orlando finds joy amid the sorrow
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Free concerts in Orlando this week (10/12-10/18)
Wednesday, Oct. 12 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. The Imperial’s Acoustic Soundcheck With Sarah Purser 8 pm at The Imperial at Washburn Imports, 1800 N. Orange Ave. Thursday, Oct.…
Judge refuses to block changes to Florida’s water quality standards
An administrative law judge has refused to block the Florida Department of Environmental Protection from moving forward with new water-quality standards as legal battles continue over the controversial plan. Judge Bram D.E Canter issued an order Monday rejecting a request by the Seminole Tribe of Florida for a stay that would have at least temporarily…
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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: October 26th, 2016 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein…
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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: October 26th, 2016 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein…
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: October 26th, 2016 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein…
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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: October 27th, 2016 at the times and locations listed below. The personal goods stored therein…
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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 OCTOBER 27, 2016 AT LOCATIONS & TIMES INDICATED BELOW, TO SATISFY OWNERS LIEN FOR RENT…
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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…
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 PROBATE DIVISION In Re: The Estate Of: RASHEED AMIN WIGGINS, Deceased. CASE NO. 2016-CP- 001978-0 DIVISION: 01 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Rasheed Amin Wiggins, deceased, File Number 2016-CP-001978, whose date of death was April 16, 2016,…
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Trump tells Florida crowd to vote for him on Nov. 28
At a rally tonight in Panama City, presidential candidate Donald Trump told the crowd to be sure they’re registered to vote (which is very good advice), and then … “There’s never been anything like this, so go and register, make sure you get out and vote Nov. 28,” the Republican nominee said. New York Times…
Rick Scott hints at changes to voter registration law
Gov. Rick Scott could ask the Legislature to change Florida’s voter-registration law next year, his office indicated Tuesday, the day before a court hearing on whether to further extend this month’s deadline because of Hurricane Matthew. Scott’s statement came after a sharply worded ruling from U.S. District Judge Mark Walker moved the deadline for signing…
Marco Rubio still supports Donald Trump after gross comments about women
Surprising no one, U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio announced his continued support for Donald Trump even after the release of a 2005 audio recording where the Republican presidential nominee was caught saying he grabs women “by the pussy” seemingly without consent. Apparently for Rubio, nothing — not even Trump bragging about sexual assault or Trump’s company violating…
Wine Bar George to open at Disney Springs next year
Master sommelier George Miliotes will pop the cork on his latest venture, Wine Bar George, at Disney Springs in the fall of 2017. Disney announced that the bar will have 210 seats and will also include a food menu that is designed to pair well with the extensive wine menu. The wine menu will…
Upright Citizens Brigade set to grace Dr. Phillips stage this winter
The acclaimed improv troupe responsible for nurturing the likes of SNL’s Kate McKinnon and comedian-turned-rapper Childish Gambino will bring its collaborative chops to the Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater at the Dr. Phil on Feb. 15. The sketch group was born out of Chicago’s ImprovOlympics (renamed iO after threat of lawsuit from the International Olympic…
Orlando is No. 1 on Wallethub list of ‘2016’s best and worst foodie cities’
Personal finance website, credit monitoring service and compiler of head-scratcher “best and worst” lists Wallethub today announced that Orlando came in No. 1 in their list of 2016’s Best & Worst Foodie Cities. OK, hold on — before you freak out about that, let’s look at their methodology. First off, that title is waaaaay misleading. I mean, thanks,…
Orlando’s Christian Cuevas wins Battle Round on ‘The Voice’
The former Rollins College music student who wowed all four judges in a matter of seconds in his blind audition won his Battle Round on Monday night. The cuddly 20-year-old opened the show by going head-to-head with fellow Team Alicia contestant Jason Warrior. After finishing a duet of Adele’s 2015 chart-topper “Hello,” all four judges…
Beach Slang fires guitarist amid sexual assault allegations
In a post on the band’s Facebook page today, Beach Slang announced that they were cutting ties with guitarist and founding member Ruben Gallego. Beach Slang is currently touring in support of their album A Loud Bash of Teenage Feelings, released in September. Though the incident surrounding Gallego is a surprise, the band has had…
Won’t it be nice: Brian Wilson announces Orlando show in 2017
Beach Boys creative guiding light and erstwhile tortured genius Brian Wilson has announced an Orlando show in 2017 as part of an extended leg of his critically lauded “Pet Sounds: The Final Performances” tour. Wilson, joined by longtime Beach Boys creative foil Al Jardine, will play the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Walt Disney…
Flesh-eating screwworms are back in Florida with infestation of Key deer
Just when you thought you’d figured out all the ways Florida could kill you, our creepy state decides to add another! The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed earlier this month the presence of New World screwworms in Key deer living at the National Key Deer Refuge in the Florida Keys, which doesn’t sound that terrifying…
This stage ‘Dracula’ eschews cheap shocks in favor of authentic Gothic dread
Movie maniacs like Leatherface and Michael Myers may get top billing at Orlando’s haunted houses, but they are mere infants in comparison to the original supernatural stalker, Bram Stoker’s Dracula. And I can’t imagine a more appropriate place to encounter the Prince of Darkness than Carmine Boutique, the North OBT wonderland of taxidermy terrors and…
Universal will accept HHN tickets for dates canceled by Matthew
Universal Orlando has announced that tickets purchased for the Oct. 6 and Oct. 7 dates of Halloween Horror Nights will be honored on any other night of the event. Halloween Horror Nights was canceled on Thursday, Oct. 6, and Friday, Oct. 7, due to Hurricane Matthew, which closed many theme parks and events in Orlando. …
Magic Kingdom says goodbye to the Main Street Electrical Parade
Sunday night marked the last performance of the Magic Kingdom’s Main Street Electrical Parade. Disney announced back in August that Oct. 9 would be the last day the parade would run at the Magic Kingdom. The parade is scheduled to have a limited-time run at Disneyland in California starting early next year. The Main Street Electrical Parade first debuted…
Is Maxine’s on Shine moving to the Graffiti Junktion space in Thornton Park?
There appears to be quite a bit of angst among Colonialtown residents who fear their beloved Maxine’s on Shine will move to Thornton Park to occupy the former Graffiti Junktion space on East Washington Street. Rest easy—they’re not. Kirt and Maxine Earhart, the rakish proprietors behind the Shine Avenue outfit, admit they were in conversations…
Federal judge overrules Rick Scott, extends Florida’s voter registration deadline
A federal judge ordered a one-day extension in Florida’s voter registration deadline and seemed ready to consider a longer delay against the backdrops of the recovery from Hurricane Matthew and one of the most heated presidential races in decades. U.S. District Judge Mark Walker said the state should continue accepting voter registration papers through 5…
Milk District becomes part of Orlando’s Main Streets program
Last month we told you local businesses in the Milk District were close to becoming part of Orlando’s Main Streets Program, and now it’s official. Orlando City Council approved funding for the addition of the Milk District into the program, which means it will now receive “financial assistance, technical support and training to foster growth and…
Chillest of the chill: Orlando hip-hop artist Niko Is is throwing a free show Thursday
Local rapper Niko Is is keeping himself busy before he heads back out on tour again with Talib Kweli. This Thursday night he’s both putting on a free show alongside WordKrush (his last local appearance for a good bit) and releasing a new single from his upcoming album. The “Chill Recognize Chill” show will feature Niko…
Flagler County offers free meals to residents affected by Hurricane Matthew
On Sunday, Flagler County opened multiple meal centers to aid residents still suffering from Hurricane Matthew’s destruction. With many residents still without power, a hot meal is more than a hot commodity – it’s a necessity. Meals will be distributed at these locations: -Veterans Park, 105 S. 2nd Street, Flagler Beach, from the hours of noon…
Orlando woman’s photo found in missing persons shrine in New York
A man hiking in New York got a healthy dose of WTF when he stumbled on a missing persons shrine that included a flier of a woman who disappeared from Orlando. According to USA Today, James Tiberius Rankin of Long Island was walking through the woods in Berkeley Jackson County Park last week when he found himself…
Crowbar shows that time heals nothing at House of Blues tonight
Ultra-heavy brute force NOLA sludge veterans Crowbar continue their slow, inexorable march forward, like a mastodon made of tar. Impressively tormented, bereft of any retro-fetishist gimmicks, just a sloooooow grind. Crowbar support Meshuggah tonight at the House of Blues. Tickets are $26. Related Stories
Against Me! bring raw emotion, aggression to House of Blues
It’s amazing what being yourself can do. Against Me!’s lead singer and songwriter went from going by Thomas James Gabel to christening herself Laura Jane Grace, and at the same time, the band’s promo pics grew more intimate and friendly, almost as if their main subject felt comfortable getting closer, even smiling – a step…
Florida Democrats sue Rick Scott over voter registration deadline
The Florida Democratic Party is suing Florida Gov. Rick Scott in federal court after he freaked everybody out over Hurricane Matthew days before the voter registration deadline and now refuses to extend it. After Scott made a series of ominous warnings, such as “This storm will kill you,” the campaign for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary…
Orlando nonprofit Clean the World in need of volunteers for effort to help Haiti
Since Hurricane Matthew passed through Haiti last Tuesday, an estimated 1,000 Haitians have died, including 13 from cholera. This raises fears of a widespread outbreak, since cholera is easily transmitted in conditions where clean water is hard to come by. Clean the World is searching for local volunteers to help package soap and hygiene products to…
There Will Be Words bets on the simplicity of horror in their Flash Fiction Spooktacular Tuesday
Urban legend has it that Ernest Hemingway once bet a group of other writers that he could create a spooky short story in under 10 words, and won with “For sale, baby shoes, never worn.” The accuracy of this tale has been challenged over time, but the “less is more” credo still rings true, particularly…
Jaw-droppingly impressive hip-hop polymath Astronautilus plays Will’s Pub Monday
You have not lived until you’ve heard Astronautalis deliver one of his mid-show freestyles. Driven by audience-suggested topics, words and themes, it’s part improv performance, part linguistic exercise and part rap master class, and it’s always as jaw-droppingly impressive as it is entertaining. It also shouldn’t distract you from the fact that this former Floridian…
Shirtless Florida ginger defies Hurricane Matthew, whips his hair back and forth outside in storm
You may remember Lane Pittman from our story last year, “Jacksonville man shreds National Anthem so hard, cops are forced to arrest him.” The ginger headbanger drew such a crowd with his rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” last Fourth of July that police arrested him for breaching the peace. Well, Pittman did not desert Floridians starved for the…
Rick Scott reiterates decision not to extend voter registration deadline
U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson and Florida’s 10 Democratic U.S. House members sent Gov. Rick Scott a letter Friday urging him to reconsider his decision not to extend the state’s voter registration period beyond Tuesday’s deadline. While thanking Scott for his leadership in preparing the state to handle Hurricane Matthew, the lawmakers said Floridians have been…
Cash rolling into marijuana committees, both pro- and anti-Amendment 2
With time running out before the November election, campaign finance reports show that committees on both sides of a proposal to legalize medical marijuana in Florida received major cash infusions last week. Las Vegas casino magnate Sheldon Adelson pumped another $500,000 into the effort to kill the proposed constitutional Amendment 2, according to the latest…
Orange County woman dies during Hurricane Matthew
A 70-year-old Orange County woman died after her medical device failed during a power outage at her home due to Hurricane Matthew. Orange County officials say the victim, whose name has not been released, died early Friday morning. Orange County Fire Rescue responded to the victim’s home, not a special needs shelter. Officials say the…
Audubon Park rules scene for one night in close encounters with Eric Bachmann and the Posies
THIS LITTLE UNDERGROUND One night last week (Oct. 5), Audubon Park was the most happening neighborhood in the city, the epicenter of indie Orlando. In what was the most historical, unique and crammed evening in memory, two major acts that would typically play in the top independent clubs here instead made under-the-radar appearances in informal…
Florida voters flip switch on utility-backed solar amendment
Backers tout Amendment 1 on the November ballot as a consumer protection measure, but critics and editorial boards malign the effort as an attempt to hinder the development of alternative fuels. The proposal —- backed by Consumers for Smart Solar, with massive financial support from the state’s energy giants —- would enshrine in the Florida…
Hurricane Matthew leaves 4 dead, 1.2 million without power in Florida
Hurricane Matthew killed at least four residents and left some 1.2 million homes and businesses without power, as the storm began moving away from the state’s northeastern coast on Friday evening. In a visit to the Volusia County emergency operations center, Gov. Rick Scott said he was still worried about the impact of flooding and…
Disney World is reopening on Saturday morning
After closing for the fourth time in its history due to Hurricane Matthew, Disney World will be back up and running this weekend. The theme park announced on its Twitter that all Walt Disney theme parks, including Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, will reopen Saturday, Oct. 8, at 8 a.m. The…
Terror Pigeon, Junior Boys, Slippery When Wet shows canceled tonight; Luvlost concert at Backbooth still set to go
Our “Pick of the Week” live show for tonight — Terror Pigeon, Real Dom, Harsh Radish at Uncle Lou’s — has been canceled due to concerns over Hurricane Matthew’s impact on the area. The Junior Boys show at the Social has also been canceled, as has the Slippery When Wet Bon Jovi tribute at House…
Local cassette label Godless America releases mixtape for Cassette Store Day
Local cassette label Godless America, which has released tapes by the likes of Room Full Of Strangers, Radicalized Youth and Evil Virgins, is taking part in the fun of the plucky younger sibling to Record Store Day, International Cassette Store Day, with an exclusive cassette release for this year’s event. So tomorrow, Oct. 8, Godless…
Tropical Storm Nicole forms in Atlantic, Floridians everywhere sigh deeply
Congratulations, Florida! You’ve pretty much made it through Hurricane Matthew, which according to Gov. Rick Scott was “going to kill people.” But just when we thought we had perfectly rationed our wine, Tropical Storm Nicole looms in the Atlantic about 300 miles from Bermuda, reports the National Hurricane Center. We’ve provided a visual diagram of…
Rick Scott: Don’t get complacent; worst of Matthew ‘still to come’
With recovery efforts underway south of Brevard County after Florida’s Southeastern coast was pummeled by Hurricane Matthew, Gov. Rick Scott warned Friday morning that the state is only halfway through the powerful storm. “It could be the worst part of this is still to come,” Scott said after a morning briefing at the state Emergency…
Rick Scott denies request to extend voter registration due to Hurricane Matthew
Gov. Rick Scott rejected a call from Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s campaign to extend the state’s voter registration deadline as Florida officials turn their attention to the pending impact of the slow-moving “monster” Hurricane Matthew. Speaking to reporters Thursday night at the state’s Emergency Operations Center, Scott said he’s not going to extend the…
Big Gay Brunch postponed; will be moved to November along with rescheduled Pride festivities
Orlando Weekly’s Big Gay Brunch, a party scheduled for before the Come Out With Pride parade, has been postponed into November. It will be rescheduled to align with the Pride festivities once a new date is announced. All ticketholders have been notified by email, and tickets already issued will be valid for the November event.…
Update: Curfew lifted in both Orange and Seminole counties
UPDATE, Friday, Oct. 7: The curfew is lifted in Orange County at 2 p.m. Friday, and ended for Seminole County at 2 p.m. as well. The curfew set Thursday in Orange and Seminole counties is still in place. Orange County mayor Teresa Jacobs said Thursday at a press conference, “We felt the best move was to impose a…
Orlando buzz band Sales finally get serious, Harry Hillard Morall III levels up with Fiona (The Social)
THIS LITTLE UNDERGROUND Sales, if you recall, is a seriously rising Orlando buzz band that – underneath all the fog of internet hype – are debatable. The promise is that this indie-pop duo has some alluring songs. The rub is that they’ve always been more of a studio flower than a live tree. They’re an…
Theme parks announce closures due to Hurricane Matthew
As the Orlando area is now under hurricane warning, theme parks are responding with official statements on revised park hours and where guests can shelter if needed. Walt Disney World states on their official site that the parks will close Thursday at 5 p.m. and remain closed throughout Friday. This is just the fourth time Disney…
Orange County Mayor Jacobs says residents should be off roads by 6 p.m. in anticipation of hurricane
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs called on residents Thursday morning to get off the roads by 6 p.m. and stay at home until the worst of Hurricane Matthew has passed. The hurricane, which has strengthened to a Category 4 storm again, is set hit Florida’s East coast in the hours between Thursday and Friday. As…
Rosen Hotels offering lower rates to Hurricane Matthew evacuees
As Hurricane Matthew approaches the east coast, Rosen Hotels & Resorts in Orlando is offering discounts to Floridians looking for shelter from the storm. Special rates range from $55 to $105 nightly for hurricane evacuees and displaced Florida residents, according to Orlando Sentinel. However, Rosen Hotel spokeswoman Mary Deatrick told the Sentinel that most of the Rosen…
Scott says Hurricane Matthew is ‘going to kill people’
Well, that’s super reassuring.
Orlando International Airport ceasing operations at 8 p.m.
Thursday morning, the Orlando International Airport announced that it will be closed to commercial flights starting at 8 p.m. in preparation for Hurricane Matthew. According to the airport’s official twitter, they are currently making preparations for the storm, including tying down jet bridges, clearing debris, securing cranes in construction areas, and securing equipment and vehicles. …
Spooky Empire canceled due to Hurricane Matthew
After previously canceling Friday’s festivities due to the tropical cyclone of destruction headed our way, Spooky Empire released a statement this morning saying that they have had to cancel the entire weekend. From Spooky Empire’s Facebook page: This is probably the hardest announcement we’ve ever had to make in the history of Spooky Empire, but…
Come Out With Pride parade and festivities postponed due to Hurricane Matthew
Due to the potentially devastating effects of Hurricane Matthew, organizers of Come Out With Pride Orlando have decided to postpone Saturday’s parade and festivities until November. In a statement on their website, organizers of Come Out With Pride Orlando say: “The safety of participants and attendees is our highest priority. The Central Florida area is…
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer calls on residents to prepare for Hurricane Matthew
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer called on residents Wednesday to take Hurricane Matthew seriously and prepare for the upcoming storm. “We think the main part of the storm will be on us tomorrow night to the morning, but storms can be unpredictable,” Dyer said this morning during a briefing at the city’s Emergency Operations Center. “We’ve already seen…
Tolls lifted, state offices closed and some hospitals evacuated in advance of Hurricane Matthew
Gov. Rick Scott early Wednesday evening lifted tolls on some of the state’s major roads as Florida continued to prepare for the arrival of the slow-moving, powerful and deadly Hurricane Matthew. Tolls were suspended on the Florida Turnpike, Alligator Alley and roads that are part of the Central Florida Expressway Authority and the Miami-Dade Expressway…
Nobunny to romp through Will’s Pub this Thanksgiving weekend
Masked garage-rock psychotic Nobunny has announced an Orlando set for Thanksgiving weekend. Clad in a ragged leather jacket and an even more tattered and sweat-soaked bunny mask, Nobunny (he keeps his true identity kinda secret), leads his band through set of physical, direct Ramones-esque punk. It’s a spectacle you can’t miss. Nobunny plays Will’s Pub at…
Central Florida schools, colleges announce closures for Hurricane Matthew
In the words of Florida’s favorite senior citizen, Sophia Petrillo, “a hurricane’s a-comin,'” and Central Florida’s public schools and colleges aren’t taking any chances with Hurricane Matthew. The University of Central Florida, Valencia College and Seminole State College will closed Thursday and Friday, according to all three colleges. At UCF, classes will end at 3…
One model now predicts Hurricane Matthew could hit Florida coming and going
One satellite model making the rounds in the weather community shows Hurricane Matthew hitting Florida this week, and then looping back around to smash us again next week. It’s implausible – even Snopes.com has weighed in, calling it “not very likely” – but still, just the possibility of a two-timer makes us feel sick. Meteorologist Curt Kaplan tweeted…
Full transcript of President Obama’s remarks at FEMA today: ‘You can always rebuild; you cannot restore a life’
The president met with FEMA officials today regarding Hurricane Matthew. He spoke for five minutes, commencing at 11:42 a.m., and reminded citizens that Matthew “is a serious storm” and asked everyone to please listen to their local officials. “If you get an evacuation order, just remember that you can always rebuild, you can always repair…
Florida is going crazy trying to buy gas before Hurricane Matthew hits
The last thing you want is a crazy state filled with crazy people going extra crazy. And it would appear that Hurricane Matthew has Floridians doing just that. Our South Floridian soldiers were the first to battle at the pumps. Many drivers waited in long lines for their gas, while some didn’t get any at…
Court sides with Valencia students in ultrasound dispute, calling required sonograms ‘unconstitutional search’
A federal appeals court has sided with three former Valencia College students who allege their constitutional rights were violated in a training program that included students performing invasive ultrasound procedures on each other. A three-judge panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday overturned a lower-court judge’s decision to dismiss the case.…
President Obama asks U.S. to remember Haiti, presently ‘getting hammered’ by Hurricane Matthew
President Obama met today with FEMA officials regarding Hurricane Matthew. He asked U.S. citizens to keep in mind that one of the poorest countries in the world, Haiti, is already suffering from a range of previous disasters, and has been hit “really hard by this storm.” “We anticipate that they’re going to need substantial help,”…
UPDATED: New Se7enBites space will open Saturday if possible
Readers and food lovers! We just wanted you to notice that this post was written early Wednesday afternoon, and Se7enbites statements were made even earlier – 9 a.m. The shop has changed their opening plans and clearly has no desire to put their employees at risk in the face of the developing storm. Here’s a…
Running list of events canceled or rescheduled due to Hurricane Matthew
Hurricane Matthew’s chaos is settling but there are still some repercussions. Here’s a list of events that were canceled or rescheduled this weekend. Feel free to send any updates to listings@orlandoweekly.com. We will be updating this post continually as information comes in. – Friday’s performance of Dracula at Carmine Boutique is canceled, but Saturday’s will go on…
Rae Sremmurd to start a party at Hard Rock Live tonight
Tupelo sibling duo Rae Sremmurd are crossing over to the mainstream in a big way. Expect this show to be delirious chaos of pro pop hooks, incredible fashion and a high-energy stage presence. From the other side of the stage, except Rae Sremmurd to inspire “Black Beatles” level hysteria at Hard Rock Live tonight. The show…
This video of Hurricane Matthew from space is eerily beautiful
Cameras outside the space station captured views of major Hurricane Matthew as it flew 250 miles over the massive storm today. pic.twitter.com/XoLpXvfkKd — Intl. Space Station (@Space_Station) October 4, 2016 Yesterday the International Space Station shared a video of Hurricane Matthew from space — showing that if this torrential monster has a good side, it’s…
Free concerts in Orlando this week (10/5-10/11)
*Some of these may be subject to change, Thursday/Friday. Wednesday, Oct. 5 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. Forget Myself 10:30 pm at Tanqueray’s, 100 S. Orange Ave. Professor…
Brevard County begins mandatory evacuations at 3 p.m.
Hurricane Matthew has caused Brevard County Emergency Operations Center to issue mandatory evacuations. Residents living on the barrier islands, including Merritt Island, in low-lying flood-prone areas and mobile homes are being asked to evacuate on Wednesday beginning at 3 p.m. Causeways do NOT close before hurricanes. Post-storm, may be closed until bridges & barrier islands can be checked…
The Posies and the Pauses play pop-up at Park Ave CDs tonight
Wednesday is going to be one exceptionally historical night for Orlando indie-rock fans. Two legendary acts – the Posies and Eric Bachmann (Archers of Loaf, Crooked Fingers) – will be doing special intimate performances here, off the usual club circuit and a little on the QT. The Bachmann living room show is already sold out,…
Unison, at Snap Downtown, shows photos of Pulse vigils and memorials from around the world
Here in Orlando, we’ve all been brought closer together by the Pulse tragedy. And part of that coming together has been a turning inward – we have become so attuned to our community that it’s easy to overlook the fact that the whole world felt this tragedy too, and mourned with us. There have been…
Selections: Our picks for the week’s best events, Oct. 5-11
Wednesday, 5 Unison ART Here in Orlando, we’ve all been brought closer together by the Pulse tragedy. And part of that coming together has been a turning inward – we have become so attuned to our community that it’s easy to overlook the fact that the whole world felt this tragedy too, and mourned with…
In her novel Fates and Furies, Lauren Groff crafts a spiky Florida more strange than true
“You never want to be too comfortable.”
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NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc., of 783 Piedmont Wekiwa Road, Apopka, Florida 32703, pursuant to the requirements of the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, is hereby advertising the following fictitious name: VCA Piedmont Animal Hospital It is the intent of the undersigned to register “VCA Piedmont Animal Hospital” …
A retrospective of Roger Ballen’s photography exposes darkness – and dark humor
Opening the door to a house of secrets
Political rhetoric inspires us to build a patriotic wall – a Stone Wall, that is
Let’s build a wall. Nope, not a racist, pie-in-the-sky, fantasy wall that displays no understanding of how continents or geopolitics work – a Stone Wall, also known as a Stone Fence, perhaps the first “cocktail” to be drunk in the United States. Most of this column’s classic cocktails date to the early 20th century, sometimes…
If you crave a more intimate way to celebrate spook season, try one of these three tricky treats
Halloween is here in full force, and Central Florida’s famous haunted houses are again offering jump-scares for the masses. But if you crave a more intimate way to celebrate spook season, try one of these tricks or treats on for size. The Illusionists The 2016-2017 Fairwinds Broadway Across America series kicks off this week at…
Pride guide: A look at the best Pride events this week
THURSDAY, OCT. 6 UPDATE: CANCELLED. Pride Launch Party This official Pride kick-off party features a variety of acts like Angelica Sanchez, Tymisha Harris and violinist Jose Navarro. Hosted by Addison Taylor. Music by DJ Joanie. Thursday, 7 pm; The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Drive; free; 407-704-6261; comeoutwithpride.com. FRIDAY, OCT. 7 UPDATE: CANCELLED. Pride on Church…
On Screens in Orlando: The Girl on the Train, Friend Request and more
OPENING THIS WEEK Friend Request In the real world, a Facebook account holder with no friends has two important things in common with Nicki Minaj: a smokin’ rack and no chance whatsoever of being an actual human being. But in the German-made Zuckerberg-era supernatural thriller Friend Request, being the first person to click “accept” on…
Picks This Week: Garth Brooks, Terror Pigeon, Rae Sremmurd and more
Rae Sremmurd Tupelo sibling duo is crossing over to the mainstream in a big way. Expect this show to be delirious chaos of pro pop hooks, crazed visuals and a, shall we say, hyped-up stage presence. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5, at Hard Rock Live, $49.50-$69.50 Prince Fox Honestly, Prince Fox charmed us with his…
Remembering the Orlando 49: Yilmary Rodriguez Solivan
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: Yilmary Rodriguez Solivan The last photo of Yilmary Rodriguez Solivan shows a young woman smiling so hard inside the gay nightclub Pulse that her eyes crinkled at the corners.…
Bulla Gastrobar opens in Winter Park, This N’ That Eats closes, plus more in our weekly food roundup
OPENINGS After renovations and upgrades, Gideon’s Bakehouse will reopen this weekend inside East End Market … Bulla Gastrobar, serving “unique Spanish and Catalan dishes,” has opened in the Lakeside Crossing shopping center on 17-92 in Winter Park … GB’s Bottle Shop & Tasting Bar, a sister space to the Gnarly Barley, has opened on Virginia…
Another hurricane, urban chicken roosts, Gabby Giffords, Saturday SunRail service and more you may have missed
Hurricane Matthew makes its way through the Caribbean: At press time on Monday, Hurricane Matthew was still trekking its dangerous path toward Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti. After Hermine, Florida Gov. Rick Scott wasn’t taking any chances – he called the storm “catastrophic” and urged residents to prepare. Orlando’s urban chicken program gets initial approval for…
Savage Love (10/5/16)
A question on your favorite topic, Dan. Just kidding, it’s a question about my vagina. I’m having a problem with the microbiome of my vulva and vagina. I’ve been going to my gyno for the last six months for recurrent bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections. She shrugs, gives me a script, the symptoms go away…
Gimme Shelter (10/5/16)
Are you looking for a new pet? Meet S’mores! S’mores (A360335) is a very friendly and outgoing 1-year-old dog who is looking for a loving family. Just like his name, this boy is super sweet. S’mores walks well on a leash and enjoys playing outside. He will make a great pet! For the month of…
Country Covers 5 draws biggest turnout yet for Fern Creek Elementary food drive; Dandy Warhols stop ignoring us after 19 years
Now there’s the autumn concert bonanza we’ve been waiting for. The fall calendars have finally hit true fever pitch with a stampede of dope national names on the way, including (in chronological order) Astronautalis, Ho99o9, Against Me!, Beach Slang, Floor, DJ Abilities, True Widow, Jacuzzi Boys, Fear of Men, Mitski, Ted Leo, Kawabata Makoto (of…
