Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Orange schools name teacher of the year finalists; it's National Cookie Day; Disney fanatics attempt to go on all Walt Disney World rides in a day

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

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December 4, 2018

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Teacher of the year: Orange schools name finalists for top employee awards

Tuesday, Dec 4

The Orange County school district announces finalists for teacher of year, top principal and other school employees.

Break out the milk: It's National Cookie Day

It's National Cookie Day, the ideal excuse to indulge in some of Central Florida's creative baked goods. Here are some suggestions.

Disney World fanatics try to tackle all 46 rides in a single, hectic day

There were 46 rides running at Walt Disney World. Was it possible to hit them all — Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom and the juggernaut Magic Kingdom — in a single day?

UCF team wins national cybersecurity competition

A team from the University of Central Florida has won a national cybersecurity competition

New to Florida? Me, too, and here's how I'm celebrating the holidays

I'm from Pennsylvania, where December usually means temperatures in the 30s and snow. Here's how I'm planning to experience my first Christmas season in Florida.

Pet adoption fees reduced to $12 in Central Florida shelters in December

Select Central Florida animal shelters will offer $12 pet adoption fees throughout December.

WMFE reaches $300,000 goal

Public radio station 90.7 WMFE made its $300,000 goal in the fall silent drive and stopped asking for donations on Friday.

Music, dance and theater to keep you in the Christmas spirit

Here are some holiday happenings in the Central Florida arts world.

Here are 15 great Central Florida locations for your Christmas card photo

Are you a family that sends Christmas cards year after year without fail? Take a look at these suggestions for places to take the perfect family photo for your holiday cards.

Erika Jayne: 'Real Housewives' star dances to own beat

Erika Jayne, a star of 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,' will perform at the Plaza Live on Dec. 10. She discusses the show, her memoir and her show-business strategy.

Section of demolished round building pops up near history center

Park outside Orange County Regional History Center is new home to a slice of concrete curtain from Orlando's "round building."

Christmas-themed pop-up takes over The Courtesy Bar

Miracle on Orange has again taken over The Courtesy Bar with festive decor, cocktails, and more.

Kennedy Space Center: Revamped Holidays in Space light show set

Reimagined Holidays in Space light show to debut at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex on Dec. 14.

Downey Dog Park: Pups can frolic in ultra-long, fenced-in yard

Downey Dog Park provides all of the basics in one of the longest yards in Orlando.

Food banks, pantries and programs to consider for Giving Tuesday

It's Giving Tuesday, a day that encourages people to donate their time, money or supplies to organizations in your community. Here you'll find some food-related programs in Central Florida that can use your help.

This year, #GivingTuesday is about more than money — though money is good, too

#GivingTuesday — the launch of the charitable giving season — is not just about forking over money, although the nation's nonprofits hope lots of Americans do just that. For some, it's also about getting involved. One Orlando company is giving both materials and labor to a local charity.

Orlando weather: Lows in the 30s — yes, they're coming

Temperatures could drop into the mid to upper 30s for Central Florida on Tuesday and Wednesday night, according to meteorologists at Fox affiliate WOFL-Ch. 35.

Entertainment for all ages at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Orlando arts writer Matthew J. Palm checks out the entertainment at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party — and tries his hand at some singing and dancing.

Say 'hi' to Hello Kitty Cafe Truck, returning to Central Florida

Find the cute pink truck parked at The Florida Mall.

Getting up close and personal with beluga whales

SeaWorld Orlando offers guests an opportunity to get up-close with the park's beluga whales.

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