Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Decision to check 'organ donor' box saved lives of five in need of transplant; Weeki Wachee is looking for new mermaids; An Orlando singer makes it to the Top 10 on 'American Idol'

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April 16, 2019

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Decision to check 'organ donor' box saved lives of five in need of transplant | Commentary

The tax collector's office celebrated organ donor month with an event honoring 25-year-old Kalynn Curl, an organ donor who saved the lives of five people.

Weeki Wachee is looking for a few good mermaids

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park will be holding mermaid tryouts this week.

'American Idol': Orlando singer makes Top 10

Orlando singer Alyssa Raghu made it to the Top 24 on 'American Idol' last season. This year, she is doing even better.

Orlando attempts to break record for largest outdoor pizza party

Orlando will attempt to break the world's record for the largest outdoor pizza party on April 20.

Dr. Phillips Center offers "Dear Evan Hansen" lottery

The Broadway in Orlando production of Tony Award-winning musical "Dear Evan Hansen" will give fans a chance to get tickets for $25.

Buying a bunny for Easter? Consider these tips first

Kids clamoring for a real, live Easter bunny? Don't shy away from adopting a rabbit, but be sure you know what's involved first says Melissa Cranis, a founding member of Orlando Rabbit Care and Adoptions.

One Book, One Community brings Central Florida together to read 'Charlotte's Web'

Events have begun for this year's One Book, One Community reading of E.B. White's "Charlotte's Web."

Universal: Hagrid's coaster creatures unveiled all week

This week, Universal is giving glimpses of creatures that will be seen on its coming-soon Harry Potter / Hagrid roller coaster at Islands of Adventure.

Winter Park Chain of Lakes: Paddling with history and scenery

In this episode of Central Florida Explorer, Patrick explores some Winter Park scenery and history while paddling the Winter Park Chain of Lakes with Peace of Mind Kayak Tours.

PODCAST: Game of Thrones recap, season 8, episode 1 — Dragon rides and reunions (Ep. 148)

After a year and a half, 'Game of Thrones' returns with the first episode of its final season. Orlando Sentinel television critic Hal Boedeker and editor Jeff Weiner dive into the many reunions, dragon rides and the delivery of some really big news.

Paradise on W192? Osceola tourist district considers adding neighborhood themes

Osceola County's W192 Development Authority is considering new design standards that could transform the look of the 15-mile tourism corridor by focusing on unique neighborhoods instead of mandating a one-size-fits-all streetscape, according to a report in GrowthSpotter.

'Today' show co-anchor Hoda Kotb adopts baby girl

"Today" co-anchor Hoda Kotb adopts a second child. Hope Catherine joins 2-year-old sister Haley Joy.

Disney reveals more details, images of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

The new photos and images were shared with the Star Wars devotees during a celebration in Chicago that was live streamed on the Disney parks blog.

Forever Naan's vibrant curries are worth the wait

Forever Naan makes you wait forever but its vibrant curries are worth your time

'American Idol': Orlando singer 'on fire,' Lionel Richie says

The 'American Idol' judges praise Orlando singer Alyssa Raghu. Lionel Richie tells her: 'I cannot tell you how proud we are of you.'

Universal Orlando gift shop gets horror, sci-fi makeover

Universal Orlando's former Cyber Image gift shop is now home to horror decor and souvenirs, plus a slew of collectible autographs.

'Game of Thrones'-inspired feast returns to Winter Park

Luma on Park presents a Game of Thrones Scotch whiskey-themed dinner.

SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy, sticks 3-booster landing

SpaceX confident weather, systems will support a launch, tweets that all systems are 'go' with two hours left until launch time.

Orlando man's yearlong experiment: Eat only what you can grow, forage

He has cut up his credit cards, ditched his car and learned to live on only $5,000 annual income. At 32, Rob Greenfield is now spending a year in Orlando eating only what he can grow or forage from the wild. And more than one-third of the way in, he seems to be thriving.

Orlando Museum of Art announces artists for 2019 Florida Prize exhibit

The annual Florida Prize in Contemporary Art returns to the Orlando Museum of Art in May with 10 new artists from around the state.

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