Thursday, December 27, 2018

A UCF fan's generosity, The Twinkly Awards and dogs (and more dogs...and more dogs)

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

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I trolled UCF football ... and the most amazing thing happened | Commentary

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When I mentioned UCF's "mythical national championship" in football, the UCF twitter mafia descended. It also gave me the opportunity to meet Mack McLaughlin who brought an opportunity to me that I just couldn't pass up.

Twinkly Awards: The very best holiday lights displays in Central Florida | Commentary

Inaugural Twinkly Awards recognize the very best light displays in the Orlando area.

Pictures: More than 100 dog breeds from the AKC National Championship

Thousands of dogs made their way to the Orange County Convention Center for the American Kennel Club's National Championship.

UCF Knights: "We are the Champions"

UCF fans, students and alumni groups celebrate their team with a rendition of 'We are the Champions.'

Baby otter raising cuteness levels at Jacksonville Zoo

For most people, otters raise the cuteness factor at zoos. Watch what happens when the otter comes in baby form.

Pictures: 2018 AKC National Championship 'Best of Show'

2018 AKC National Championship dog show: Best in Show

Snowboarding indoors, fake snow and jingle bells by the pool | Commentary

In this special holiday episode of Central Florida Explorer, Patrick goes snowboarding, finds fake snow and hangs out in jingle bell shorts by the pool.

2018 outstanding letter writers: We celebrate the power of words

The Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board celebrates outstanding letter writers for 2018.

The sad, sad tale of 'happy tail syndrome'

'Happy tail syndrome' saddens the happiest dog on Earth.

'Baby, It's Cold Outside' — former Orlando TV anchor records politically correct version of classic Christmas song

This new version includes the woman's original lyrics, and the more politically-correct replies from the man who is desperately trying to do the right thing in the era of #MeToo.

Valencia College gingerbread creation took more than 2,000 hours of work

A Valencia College instructor and two students spent 2,000 hours and used 130 pounds of dough on an intricate gingerbread creation that's designed to look more like a movie set than something that's edible.

The 'Griswold of St. Cloud' uses holiday lights for a good cause

The Johnson family in St. Cloud puts up an annual display, which now features over 70,000 lights. The donations they collect help support Nemours Children's Hospital.

Dollar deal at Krispy Kreme on Wednesday

Celebrate Day of the Dozens with $1 dozen of Krispy Kreme Original Glazed doughnuts with purchase of a dozen on Dec.12.

Aquaman debuts at Madame Tussauds Orlando

Madame Tussauds Orlando introduces an Aquaman figure, based on actor Jason Momoa, to its Justice League exhibit.

The case for over-the-top Christmas lights

My 2018 display has about 4,000 lights, give or take a few, plus an assortment of old-fashioned blow molds of Santa, a snowman and a toy soldier.

Lake Idamere Dog Park: A forest of fun awaits pooches

Lake Idamere Dog Park in Tavares features two fenced-in yards in a beautiful, rustic setting.

Astronaut helps Royal Caribbean nail original show 'Flight' on world's largest cruise ship

Retired astronaut Clayton Anderson had a hand in Royal Caribbean's new original stage show on the world's largest cruise ship Symphony of the Seas.

Here are the brightest, most festive holiday light displays in Central Florida

From Kissimmee to Winter Park, here are some of the best holiday lights displays by homeowners and families in Central Florida.

Fun Spot teams up with Orlando bowl games for ticket deal

Fun Spot, Camping World Bowl and VRBO Citrus Bowl are teaming up for a combination ticket deal in Orlando.

Grand prize: A Disney World wedding in front of Beast's castle

Contest giveaway includes Disney World wedding in front of Beast's castle at Magic Kingdom, benefits Give Kids the World charity.

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