Tuesday, February 12, 2019

According to social media, 'Hamilton' lived up to its hype; A formerly homeless man is now an ambassador on Orlando's streets; Polk County man wins $1 million in the Florida Lottery with a scratch-off ticket bought in Orlando

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

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February 12, 2019

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Social media speaks: 'Hamilton' lived up to its hype

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Social media reaction to "Hamilton," which ended its three-week run on Sunday.

Formerly homeless, he's now an ambassador on Orlando's streets

David Williams spent 14 years living in the woods, where his lone friend was a raccoon he named "Creeper." Struggling with bipolar disorder, Williams — a veteran — once couldn't function in society. Today he's an ambassador helping other homeless people on the streets of Orlando.

Polk County man wins $1 million in Florida Lottery with scratch-off ticket bought in Orlando

A Polk County man won $1 million in the Florida Lottery's Gold Rush Classic game thanks to a scratch-off ticket he bought from an Orlando gas station, officials announced Monday.

SeaWorld Orlando: 2 new beluga whales in Wild Arctic exhibit

Two new beluga whales have moved into the Wild Arctic exhibit at SeaWorld Orlando theme park.

Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show 2019: Meet the best of the good dogs

The 143rd Westminster dog show takes place over three days in Manhattan including The Westminster Masters Agility Championship on Feb. 9, 2019 and The Westminster Masters Obedience Championship...

SeaWorld Orlando gives the scoop on sharks

A SeaWorld Orlando instructor shares shark facts during a recent Sharks Up-Close Tour at the park.

SeaWorld Orlando's shark tour takes guests on a fin-tastic adventure

A SeaWorld Orlando tour takes guests up-close with sharks.

Recipe: The Glass Knife's Sugar Cookies a sweet Valentine's gift

Find these sweet cookies from The Glass Knife in Winter Park — or try making them at home with this recipe. 

Pictures: Thousands of dogs and owners at Lake Eola for Paws in the Park

Dogs and their owners came out in droves to support the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando at their annual "Paws in the Park" dog walk and pet festival at Lake Eola on Feb. 9.

Friendship, animals, rides and turkey legs at the Florida State Fair

In this episode of Central Florida Explorer, Patrick eats a giant turkey leg, slides down a big slide and fools a weight guesser at the Florida State Fair.

Carol Burnett: 'Permanently terrific' TV legend coming to Orlando

Ahead of her evening in Orlando, Carol Burnett discusses her TV show, favorite sketches and movie spoofs, and the stars who inspired her.

MegaCon Orlando adds Kiefer Sutherland, 'Arrow,' 'Smallville' stars

MegaCon Orlando adds Kiefer Sutherland of '24,' Stephen Amell of 'Arrow,' Tyler Hoechlin of 'Teen Wolf' and reunions for 'Smallville' and 'Boy Meets World' casts.

Second Harvest kicks off first 2019 Chef's Night with its new products

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida furnished its first Chef's Night dinner of 2019 with ingredients from its new product line. 

De La Vega restaurant fuses popular Latin dishes for creative fare

De La Vega doesn't just include a number of popular Latin and Hispanic food on its menu — it combines some of those dishes for inventive fare.

First look: Lotus Asia House in Pointe Orlando

Lotus Asia House will serve Chinese, Thai, Japanese and Vietnamese dishes on a menu that includes traditional takes on the fare along with the restaurant's own spin on certain foods.

Universal Studios' farting troll amuses guests

Universal Orlando Resort guests react to the newest "Trolls" character at Universal Studios Florida: Guy Diamond.

Winter Garden teacher named Grammy educator of year

Jeffery Redding of West Orange High School in Winter Garden has been named winner of the Grammy Music Educator Award this year.

At Aquatica Orlando, signs that SeaWorld's water park is becoming autism-friendly

The recent changes at Aquatica Orlando are meant to send a welcoming message to people with autism.

Edna Bland helps puppetry come alive for middle schoolers

Millennium Middle School teacher Edna Bland leads Seminole County's only puppetry classes.

Jimmy Buffett surprises Margaritaville Resort Orlando guests with concert

Rock icon Jimmy Buffett popped in on a crowd at his Kissimmee hotel Margaritaville Resort Orlando on Tuesday night.

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