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Florida’s local governments are pushing back against one-size-fits-all legislation
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Florida’s local governments are sick and tired of state lawmakers pre-empting home rule, and they’re starting to push back
Things get outsourced these days. It’s weird talking to someone in Mumbai or Salt Lake City about a curious cell phone charge or a wonky wireless router in Apopka. But in order to get some things everybody needs to work and live, like the internet or cellular technology, people put up with seeking customer service…
‘New York Times’-produced documentary explores life in Central Florida’s retirement capitol, the Villages
The Villages, America’s largest retirement haven and one of the nation’s loudest right-wing Trump strongholds, continues to spark fascination. Filmmaker Lance Oppenheim grew up in Fort Lauderdale, where he basked in the sun and went to school and shrugged off “Florida Man” news like everybody else in South Florida, but couldn’t help but pay attention…
Watch a short doc about Florida humanitarian Gloria Lewis’ quest to treat all homeless people with dignity
Los Angeles filmmaker Tony Montana has directed a documentary about Gloria Lewis, a Black humanitarian who has committed to helping the homeless in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Hailing from Barbados, Lewis arrived in the U.S. in 1987 in search of a chance to grab hold of the American prosperity she had grown up watching on television.…
Luxury cars, unlimited food and wine are just a ‘Taste of Baldwin Park’
Baldwin Park is really heating up. It’s time to get posh while not getting sloshed at the Taste of Baldwin Park, a night out with unlimited food and drinks – and no kids. What more could you ask for? Of course, Mercedes-Benz of Orlando will be presenting the soirée, on Thursday, Feb. 20, between 6 and 10 p.m. And…
Legal Public Notices 2/12 issue
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Metal-pedigreed shoegaze band Timelost land in Orlando like a celestial storm
THIS LITTLE UNDERGROUND Timelost, Witchbender and Sad Halen at Will’s Pub, Feb. 10 The latest effort by local promoter Endoxa Booking to break interesting new acts in Orlando was Timelost, a shoegaze band with metal cred. No longer just a long-distance file-sharing side project, Timelost is the creative child of Shane Handal (from St. Pete…
Disney Cruise Line gives new details on its upcoming, game-changing private Bahamian port of call
Disney Cruise Line has now published a website revealing new details on its upcoming second private port-of-call, in the works since 2018. The Celebration-based cruise line has been slow in announcing what it plans to do with the historic and ecologically important peninsula that it acquired in Eleuthera. At the D23 Expo in August of…
With planes, trains, hotels, a hyperloop and more, Virgin is taking over Florida
When Orlando locals think of Virgin, images of the massive former record store at Downtown Disney likely come to mind. The U.K.-based brand has been steadily increasing its presence in Florida, however, despite the Orlando Megastore being a distant memory. Florida is already a significant part of Virgin Holidays’ offerings. The global vacation package company…
Orange County commissioners vote to continue toll-road plans for Split Oak Forest
Orange County commissioners voted today to uphold their December approval of a plan to extend Osceola Parkway through Split Oak Forest. The motion to rescind the approval came from Vice Mayor and District 5 Orange County Commissioner Emily Bonilla, who, at the Jan. 28 meeting, said the state agency tasked with reviewing the plan noted…
SeaWorld to pay $65 million settlement in shareholder lawsuit over ‘Blackfish’ film
Orlando-based SeaWorld Entertainment announced on Wednesday they have reached a $65 million settlement with shareholders over the 2013 film Blackfish. The entertainment giant was accused of downplaying the negative effects of the documentary, which claimed the parks were traumatizing animals and exposing trainers to attacks. The film spotlighted the death of trainer Dawn Brancheau, killed…
Take a look at Florida’s natural beauty at the annual Orlando Wetlands Festival
The City of Orlando is allowing Orlando residents to dive deep into the natural beauty of Orlando’s wetlands by getting up close and personal with native wildlife. At the Orlando Wetlands Festival, guests will find lots of fun for the whole family while learning about the essential efforts to protect Florida’s ecological and water resources.…
South Carolina Americana standouts Shovels & Rope dig in to Orlando’s the Social this week
There are few acts in modern roots music as distinctive as Shovels & Rope. Like the White Stripes of Americana, the South Carolina power couple of Cary Ann Hearst and Michael Trent have risen in recent years to become one of the standard-bearers of the new classic American sound. With one boot deep in rich…
Orlando garage-rock heroes the Delusionaires make a rare appearance at Will’s Pub this weekend
Sodden yet snazzy Central Floridian garage-rock icons the Delusionaires are reconvening just in time for Valentine’s weekend to mark 20 years of dapper chaos. The band, counting among its membership scene lifers like Nadeem Khan and Jim Ivy, as well as Artie Mondello and Winthrop Fist, deal in sleazy vintage Vegas aesthetics strapped to unrestrained…
Belgian industrial legends Front 242 announce tour stop in Central Florida in October
Belgian EBM icons Front 242 created some of the best dancefloor-fillers during the early-1990s resurgence of industrial music. Earworms like “Headhunter” would get stuck in your head for days. The band enjoyed a good deal of stateside success, even playing the third Lollapalooza tour. And now the group has announced a tour set for later…
Mary Poppins gets reimagined at Orlando Public Library for ‘Black Mary’ art show
Mother-daughter dream team Kanika and Renata Sago created Black Mary to showcase “the optimism and internal power that people – no matter how dire their circumstances – possess in navigating life’s obstacles,” says Renata Sago. (Her name will be familiar to NPR junkies from her time on “Marketplace” and before that, as a reporter at…
Field to Feast event showcases Disney World’s top chefs serving locally sourced dishes
If you’ve ever dreamed of dining with Walt Disney World’s finest chefs, you’re in luck. Tickets are still available for Edible Orlando magazine’s highly anticipated Field to Feast event on Saturday, Feb. 22. In its seventh year, the event will be held at Long & Scott Farms, where Disney chefs will serve dishes made with locally sourced…
With 117 new ships on the way, Florida’s cruise industry faces new competition
From Virgin to Ritz Carlton, it seems like every major hospitality brand is embracing the cruise industry. While coronavirus has cast uncertainty on the short-term outlook, the long-term projection for the industry is one of exponential growth. According to a new report published by Cruise Industry News, 117 new cruise ships will be delivered within…
Winter Park’s La Hacienda expands into building next door, adds full restaurant and liquor bar
After eight months of preparation to create a restaurant and market combo, Mexican taqueria La Hacienda has expanded into the space next door. Formerly just a supermarket serving fresh food from the counter within, La Hacienda’s bright and shiny expansion adds a full-service restaurant next door with a liquor bar. La Hacienda now has a seating…
Mandatory moment of silence in Florida schools is backed by state House
Florida public-school students would have up to two minutes of silence at the start of each school day, under a proposal approved by a House panel on Monday. The proposal (HB 737), sponsored by Rep. Kimberly Daniels, D-Jacksonville, would mandate all students pause between one and two minutes “before plunging headlong into the activities of…
Kadence offers five-course tasting menu, in tribute to Orlando’s dearly departed Kappo
If you’re missing East End Market favorites Kappo and Konbini right about now, you’re going to want to drop everything and get a load of this. Lordfer Lalicon, Mark Berdin and Jennifer Bañagale — the trio behind Kappo and Konbini at East End Market — are paying homage to their original sushi concept by offering a five-course…
Phoresh Noodles brings Vietnamese flavor to South Chickasaw Trail
Family-owned Vietnamese restaurant Phoresh Noodles just opened at 2751 S. Chickasaw Trail, and it’s bringing all the staples of Vietnamese cuisine to the lands east of Conway. Located in the old Pizza Roberti space (RIP), Phoresh specializes in pho, bun, pad thai and fried rice. If you’ve been on the hunt for a big flavors in a casual setting,…
So close, yet so far! Orlando’s own Backstreet Boys announce Tampa tour stop in September
Hopefully you want it this way, because Backstreet’s back. The 1990s boy band sensation Backstreet Boys announced an extension of their DNA World Tour, and they’re coming to the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre on Sunday, Sept. 27. If you can’t make it to this one, you have two more chances in Florida. The band is…
Janet Jackson announces ‘Black Diamond’ tour stop in Orlando this June
Summer concerts are much more bearable indoors, but it’ll get plenty hot when Janet Jackson comes to Orlando this summer. Live Nation has just announced that Janet Jackson will return to Orlando on Friday, June 26, for a concert at the Amway Center. It’s the 53-year-old pop icon’s first shows in the area in years,…
The Florida Senate wants free orange juice flowing again at welcome centers
Travelers might again get a free cup of Florida’s homegrown beverage when they cross the state line, through funding tucked in the Senate’s proposed budget. But helping the Department of Citrus bring back free orange juice could hinge on a bigger debate, as the operations of state welcome centers remain locked in a legislative battle…
Leslye Gale’s O-Town Lowdown on Magic 107.7 for Monday, Feb. 10, 2020
Every morning on Magic 107.7 FM, Leslye Gale discusses the most interesting Orlando Weekly stories of the day on “Chad & Leslye.” Check out Leslye’s picks today. A New Safer Airport Option, A Proposed Pod Transit System A few weeks ago I picked up my son from Orlando International Airport. While I was waiting for…
Universal announces its own D23-style expo but, like Disney, still shows no love for Orlando
NBCUniversal’s focus on being a major competitor against Disney has seen them add race events, build major new family rides, and go on its own buying spree of family-focused brands. Now, it is about to copy the Mouse yet again, when NBCUniversal debuts its own fan event, pulling heavy inspiration from Disney’s extremely popular D23…
Band of the Week: Sad Halen
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 Sad Halen. Sad Halen is playing Will’s Pub on Feb. 10 wih Timelost and Witchbender. Just the facts: Who’s in the band? Ziggy plays guitar and sings, Sarah is on…
‘Plastic monster’ trolling Florida Publix stores to highlight the retailer’s plastics problem
Have you ever seen the Baby Trump balloon outside of Trump events? Or the giant inflatable rat standing in symbolic protest, set up by trade unions? Well, the inflatable protest game just got more dramatic, and for all the right reasons. A group of Greenpeace activists and citizens brought a 15-foot tall “plastic monster” to…
Will’s Pub appearance by Horse Jumper of Love also brings peeks at new Orlando bands Daisy-Chain and Future Ghost
THIS LITTLE UNDERGROUND Horse Jumper of Love, Daisy Chain and Future Ghost at Will’s Pub, Feb. 6 The featured import of the latest Ugly Orange concert was Run for Cover Records band Horse Jumper of Love, who were making their Florida debut. Heroes of the Boston house-show scene, they’re a slowcore band who are more…
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Grand opening of new Orlando airport 7-Eleven might be a lame Valentine’s date, but it could save lives
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Florida House moves ahead with guns-in-church bill
A controversial effort to allow people with concealed-weapons licenses to bring guns to religious institutions that share property with schools advanced through the House Education Committee on Thursday. The measure (HB 1437) would allow religious institutions to authorize people with concealed-weapons licenses to carry guns at any location “owned, rented, leased, or lawfully used” by…
A company wants to build a futuristic pod transit system in Florida
Rather than sitting in traffic on the highway, it would be exponentially cooler and more efficient to strap yourself into a magnetic pod and fire yourself across Tampa Bay on a Jetsons-style elevated rail system – and apparently a Clearwater company is trying to make this happen. During a Monday Feb. 3, council workshop, Clearwater councilman Bob…
Upbeet + Rooted host their first Orlando vegan market Saturday in College Park
Ready to eat all the snacks? Upbeet + Rooted, a self-described “mother-daughter vegan dream team,” host a vegan pop-up market at Infusion Tea tomorrow, Feb. 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Along with food and drinks, there will be gifts and other things to buy at this kid-friendly, dog-friendly College Park shindig from vendors…
Fisherman catches door of SpaceX capsule off Daytona Beach
A Florida charter boat fisherman has quite a story to tell, after reeling in the door of a SpaceX spaceship off the Daytona Beach coast. David Stokes, of Ponce Inlet, found what looks like a parachute door from the Space X Dragon crew capsule, along with some parachutes. He posted a video of his discovery to…
Fifth Third Bank reverses course on voucher program to anti-LGBTQ private schools
Fifth Third Bank said Friday it will resume contributions to the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship Program, reversing course after saying it would stop contributing over concerns about vouchers going to schools with anti-LGBTQ policies. The bank said it can support the program again, following a “comprehensive review of the program” and “detailed conversations” with management…
Hey, Florida: Feb. 18 is the deadline to register to vote, or change parties, before the primaries
If it’s worth arguing about on social media, it’s worth voting for. Don’t just be a slacktivist. The Presidential Preference Primary Election is March 17, and the deadline to register or change your party affiliation is Tuesday, Feb. 18. Since Florida has a closed primary, voters will only be able to nominate representatives who are…
Orlando astrologer RJ Speiser hails the new-year-new-you potential of Aquarius season
Every day we are reborn and, also, die again. Each sunrise, a new beginning. Every sunset, an ending. Seasons change. The wheel of life turns. What feeds our soul is as equally important as what must be released to let die. This process is natural. Look outside your window; notice everything dancing in an effortless,…
PETA takes credit for SeaWorld ending ‘dolphin surfing’ shows
SeaWorld confirmed they will be phasing out “dolphin surfing” from their shows entirely, and PETA, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, is taking credit for putting the pressure on. In August, PETA filed an abuse complaint with the U.S. Department of Agriculture about the practice, and included five “damnable photos,” showing visible wounds on dolphin’s noses, which…
Leslye Gale’s O-Town Lowdown on Magic 107.7 for Friday, Feb. 7, 2020
Every morning on Magic 107.7 FM, Leslye Gale discusses the most interesting Orlando Weekly stories of the day on “Chad & Leslye.” Check out Leslye’s picks today. Putting Paws In The Park This Weekend Lake Eola will host hundreds of breeds and thousands of dog lovers this weekend and all for a good cause. – LINK…
Florida’s plan to pay college athletes might include a morality clause
Strip clubs, casinos, breweries and cigarette makers could be benched from a proposal that would let Florida college athletes market themselves off the field. The House Education Committee on Thursday approved a bill (HB 7051) that would allow athletes to get paid for the use of their names, images and likenesses. But before the vote,…
State of Florida doubles down on its defense of medical marijuana oligarchies
In a case that could create a major upheaval in the state’s pot industry, health officials on Thursday asked the Florida Supreme Court to uphold a 2017 law that carried out a constitutional amendment broadly legalizing medical marijuana. Lawyers for the Department of Health argued that, in creating and passing the law, the Florida Legislature…
Why is Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ghosting on reporters?
Gov. Ron DeSantis continues to hold media events across the state. But when the events are finished, he sidesteps other questions from reporters. And his office appears to be quiet on the subject. When asked why he is not setting aside time to speak to reporters, his office says the governor’s schedule is “very busy”…
4 Rivers Smokehouse announces opening date for largest-ever location, in Daytona Beach
4 Rivers continues its plans for barbecue world domination, announcing today the opening date for their 14th smokehouse, located directly across from Daytona International Speedway. It will be the chain’s largest location yet. The 6,500-square-foot restaurant will open on Thursday, Feb. 13, inside the new 300,000-square-foot One Daytona venue. They’ll be serving their signature 18-hour smoked angus brisket, along…
Lewis Black brings his sweet and salty rants to Orlando’s Bob Carr Theater
Furious funnyman Lewis Black returns to Orlando this week for a stop on his “It Gets Better Every Day” tour. That’s what Black wants, after all, and why he hollers and rants and gesticulates – he cares. It’s the sight of other people who clearly do not give a fuck that sends him over the…
Florida Sen. Rick Scott pushes for constitutional amendment to raise threshold for impeachment
Not satisfied with the acquittal of President Donald Trump on charges of abusing power and obstructing Congress, Sen. Rick Scott today announced he’s pushing for a constitutional amendment to make it harder to impeach the president. “It should be harder – much harder – for either political party to take the process our Founders created…
Prince Royce to do in-store appearance at Park Ave. CDs this week
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SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival releases full lineup of performers
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Florida Senate passes parental consent requirement for abortions
In a major victory for abortion opponents, the Florida Senate on Thursday passed a bill that would require parental consent before minors could have abortions. The 23-17 vote tees up the measure for the House, which is almost certain to pass it. The bill would then go to Gov. Ron DeSantis, who used part of…
The Rolling Stones to bring their ‘No Filter’ tour to Central Florida this summer
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Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz couldn’t make it through the State of the Union without doing something dumb
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Country star Sam Hunt to take Central Florida to the ‘Southside’ in June
Earlier today, country sweetheart Sam Hunt announced his highly-anticipated new album Southside, and a massive U.S. tour of the same name – making its Tampa stop on June 12. This show at the MidFlorida Credit Amphitheatre will feature fellow country singer-songwriters Kip Moore, Travis Denning and Ernest opening up for Hunt. Get ready for Hunt’s…
Leslye Gale’s O-Town Lowdown on Magic 107.7 for Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020
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You can get married at a group wedding in Orange County on Valentine’s Day
Mass weddings are seemingly popular in the U.S. these days — who would have thought? If the mass wedding ceremony in Osceola County on Valentine’s Day seems too far away, you can plan the festivities a little closer to home. Like their Osceola neighbors, the Orange County Clerk of Courts is hosting a Feb. 14 group wedding ceremony…
UCF students plan to protest use of activity fees for Ben Shapiro speech
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Orlando’s Pre-International Noise Conference show gave a look into the noise underground locally and beyond
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Boston Market, desperate for your attention, offers Valentine’s Day bouquets of ‘BAE-by Back Ribs’
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Phantasmagoria and Maxine’s on Shine add some spooky spice to your Valentine’s plans
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Orlando Satanists host an arts and crafts market at the Falcon
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Virginia Drive Live returns to bridge two of Orlando’s coolest neighborhoods
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Timelost brings Gulf Coast shoegaze to Orlando at Will’s Pub
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Celebrate Orlando’s Asian community at the annual Mills 50 Dragon Parade
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Bring your pooch to downtown Orlando’s Lake Eola Park for Paws in the Park this weekend
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Opera Orlando brings Puccini to Church Street with ‘The Girl of the Golden West’
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Comedian Mike Birbiglia spends most of the weekend at the Orlando Improv
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Orlando’s Fairvilla Megastore presents the ‘F Awards’ to the best in sex tech
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Leslye Gale’s O-Town Lowdown on Magic 107.7 for Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020
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Savage Love: Cam what may
I started reading your column when I was a 20-year-old kid. Now I’m an old married lady with 20 years of (more or less) blissful married monogamy behind me. My oldest daughter, who is 23, just came out to me as a sex worker. She’s been making a slim living as a cam girl. She…
Meet Malikye, a handsome 9-year-old pup whose tail never stops
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Black Violin brings the baroque boom-bap to Orlando
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Unknown Hinson, coming to Orlando, is mad, bad and dangerous to know
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Orlando Story Club joins composers with an orchestra to interpret Joyland in words and music
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Stryper, Stackhouse, Horse Jumper of Love and more big shows this week in Orlando
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Cult comic adaptation ‘Locke & Key,’ streaming Friday, struggles to open new doors
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‘Birds of Prey’ brings Harley Quinn back to Orlando screens
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Disney takes unprecedented steps for coronavirus, Orange County commissioner pauses Split Oak Forest toll road, and other news you might have missed
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Bagel Bruno serves delightful ‘Orlando-style’ bagels inside a Foxtail Coffee
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Weed-themed Cheba Hut to open near UCF, Louisiana transplant Brick & Spoon opens soon in Maitland, plus more Orlando food news
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