Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Coming Together After Tragedy | Deck-of-Cards Weight Loss | 'Animal House' Reunion

A happy dose of uplifting news from Central Florida and beyond.

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March 13, 2018

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Grandma overwhelmed by $41K in donations from readers touched by family in crisis after murder

Monday, Mar 12

Central Florida came together to contribute $41.319 to the Wheeler family, whose stability was threatened after a murder and an eviction.

Disney releases drone flyover footage of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge construction

Disney released footage of ongoing construction of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge being built in both Disneyland and Walt Disney World and set to open in 2019.

Orlando man loses 60 pounds with the help of a deck of cards

Want to get fit? Grab a deck of playing cards. That's what Sebastian Oyegun did on his way to losing 60 pounds.

Shaquem Griffin NFL Combine trading card sells out

A Shaquem Griffin trading card commemorating his impressive performance at the NFL Combine sells out by Panini America.

Spooky Empire hosts 'Animal House' reunion

The guest list for Spooky Empire includes Tim Matheson and Peter Riegert of 'Animal House,' Linda Blair of 'The Exorcist' and Chelsea Talmadge of 'Stranger Things.'

Vince Carter relishes his role mentoring Sacramento Kings' youngsters

Vince Carter relishes his role mentoring the Sacramento Kings' youngsters

Toy Story Land sneak peek: Disney's latest big toys pull double duty

As Toy Story Land at Disney World nears its opening date, cranes are dropping huge versions of familiar toys such as Woody into their new homes — and an Imagineer says it's like Andy's reaching to put them in place.

Nineteen seasons and counting, Doc Rivers still loves coaching

In his 19th season as an NBA head coach, Doc Rivers still loves his profession

Florida-bound Celebrity Edge looks to raise culinary bar

When Celebrity Edge makes its way to Florida, it promises to offer the most dining options ever for the the cruise line.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z bringing 'On the Run II' world tour to Orlando

Beyoncé and Jay-Z making a stop in Orlando for 'On the Run II' world tour

Florida players represented well in men's college basketball tournament

We've got the full list of former varsity and prep basketball players from Florida taking part in the 2018 men's college tournament.

Apopka joins other Central Florida cities by approving $543K splash pad

Apopka City Council this week approved a long-awaited splash pad and the projected construction timetable would have the water playground at Kit Land Nelson Park open by August, the dog days of summer.

The Central Florida Fair's ride lineup is absolutely dizzying

The Central Florida Fair returns to Orlando for its 106th year.

First image released for new Disney Cruise Line ships

Disney Cruise Line has released a rendering of what its three new ships will look like.

Host your own beer tasting

Host your own beer tasting - here's how.

New Latitude & Longitude restaurant brings in hydroponics to go local

The World Center Marriott Hotel near Disney World has opened a new restaurant, Latitude and Longitude with a very local flavor.The new restaurant will serve many of its dishes with produce grown in a hydroponic garden, including greens, berries, small fruits and many other products.

Tiger Woods enters Bay Hill with momentum after runner-up finish at Valspar Championship

Tiger Woods finished one shot behind Paul Casey during Sunday's Valspar Championship, Woods' best finish since August 2013.

10-year-old from The Florida Project movie gets full scholarship to Rollins

A 10-year-old Kissimmee boy has been promised a full ride at Rollins College thanks to his role in The Florida Project. The college's administrators saw – and apparently were impressed by – Christopher Rivera, who had been living in an older motel along US 192 when he was spotted by a talent scout.

Holi festivals highlight Orlando's Indian diaspora

"This is like a spring festival of India. People get together, splash colors and they wish everybody, 'Happy Holi'."

Katherine Johnson to be included in Barbie 'Inspiring Women' series

Former NASA Langley Research Center mathematician Katherine G. Johnson will be one of 17 dolls announced by Barbie on Tuesday to honor International Women's Day, according to a news release.

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