Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Nonprofit helps special needs kids; 'Dancing with the Stars' podcast; Sonny's BBQ has deal for first responders

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September 24, 2019

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Winter Garden nonprofit helps special needs children through the arts

The Go Go Dreamers Foundation, a Winter Garden non-profit, helps special needs children find safe environments to express themselves through art.

PODCAST: 'Dancing With the Stars' recap — first elimination, voting twist, surprise saves (Ep. 271)

Week 2 of Dancing With the Stars displayed overall improvement among the contestants, a new twist to the voting and the first elimination of the season. Hal Boedeker, the Orlando Sentinel's TV Guy, and Dewayne Bevil, longtime enthusiast of the Disney-owned ABC show, talk about what they liked and what tripped them up in the episode.

Sonny's BBQ has free pork for first responders

First responders can get a free Pork Big Deal at participating Sonny's BBQ locations on Sept. 25.

Stranded Thomas Cook travelers get free day at SeaWorld

SeaWorld Orlando offers free admission to tourists stranded by the collapse of the Thomas Cook Travel Company.

Theatergoers have new ways to drink up, but let's not involve the police

Many theaters rely on alcohol sales to boost the bottom line, but intoxicated people do not make good theatergoers.

Disney mixologist competes for Most Imaginative Bartender title

Liverpool native and Rose & Crown suds-slinger Peter Hannah is reps Orlando this week as he competes for a world-class mixology title.

Yaupon 'tea' grows wild in Florida and could help struggling citrus farmers someday

Yaupon Brothers American Tea is now served by Foxtail Coffee Co. throughout Central Florida. The tea company's owners hope Florida farmers will eventually grow the plant and are working with the University of Florida to study it as a crop.

'Dancing With the Stars' ejects one, improves format

'Dancing With the Stars' has made the first ejection of its 28th season and given judges more say in who will go home.

The Capital Grille offers pairing deal for burger lovers

The Capital Grille, with locations on International Drive and at Millenia, serves up Wagyu & Wine, featuring burgers and wine pairings for $25 through Nov. 17.

Halloween 5Ks, 10Ks, more creep into the Orlando area

A roundup of Halloween and fall races in the Orlando area.

Navy vet brings real-life experience to Rollins College's 'The Humans'

When Rollins College presents the Central Florida premiere of the Tony-winning play "The Humans," an actor with an unusual career path will be in the cast of this unusual show.

Disney: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party guests inspired by movies, rides, parks

Take a peek at some of the costumes at this year's Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World.

Adopt a Pet: Lola from Cats-Can

Adopt a Pet is a series that highlights adoptable animals in shelters and rescues throughout Central Florida. This week's pet: Lola from Cats-Can, Inc.

'America's Got Talent': Kodi Lee triumphs

'America's Got Talent' ended its 14th season by naming a victor who was widely expected to triumph.

PODCAST: Dissecting Universal's Halloween Horror Nights (Ep. 17)

The smell of rotting flesh and scares lurking around every corner means Universal's Halloween Horror Nights is in full swing. The Theme Park Rangers discuss the scariest houses, best scare zones, the mazes that provide the most fun and new experiences awaiting park guests.

2 new Orlando comedy events hope to get Central Florida laughing

The Central Florida Sketch Comedy Festival and the Comedy Alliance make their debuts in the coming days.

SPAM Pumpkin Spice means this trend really will last forever. On your shelf.

New limited-edition SPAM® Pumpkin Spice proves there's still runway before this fall-flavor trend jumps the shark.

Some of Jane Austen's magic is missing in 'Pride and Prejudice' adaptation | Review

"Pride and Prejudice" review: Orlando Sentinel critic Matthew J. Palm reviews the Mad Cow Theatre production.

Disney Springs: Sunshine Churros opens two stands

Extruded. Flavored. Fried. Filled. Sugared. Sunshine Churros has arrived at Disney Springs and of course, folks love 'em!

To meat expectations at Humbl, manage yours | Review

Is Windermere's new plant-based, fast-casual restaurant worth a visit? Read on for our food writer's Humbl opinion.

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