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Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Donors save Theater West End; Universal worker runs off 150 pounds; Dentist is go-to actor for local theaters

How Theater West End was saved, and how it plans to survive

Sanford's Theater West End has rebounded from a debt of nearly $30,000 -- thanks to an outpouring of support from the community.

Universal worker who shed 150 pounds by running hopes to tackle both 5K and 10K in one weekend

A Universal Orlando Resort employee had never been a runner, but within six months — and unknowingly doing a couch to 5K program — Bob Page was on his way to better health.

The double life of David Lowe: Orthodontist(!) by day, go-to actor by night

How did a Volusia County dentist become the go-to actor for Orlando theaters? David Lowe is an Orange City orthodontist who regularly appears onstage everywhere from community theater like the IceHouse in Mount Dora to professional gigs at Mad Cow Theatre and Orlando Shakes downtown, and the Garden Theatre in Winter Garden.

Let's talk trash: Litter is a problem for Florida's environment. But you can help.

Litter poses a problem for Florida's public lands, beaches and wildlife. In this Central Florida Explorer, Patrick explores ways to help — by packing out personal trash, participating in clean-ups and leaving areas better than they were.

Bring home a new pet from Orange County Animal Services for $20

Orange County Animal Services is giving pets to new homes for $20 for the month of January.

Uber Eats helps you be lazy for less

Delivery app Uber Eats has a code for 25 percent off your first three orders of 2020.

Orlando Health employee invents pen sanitizer

Todd Roberts first got the idea for CleanBlock a decade ago. He wanted to make a simple device that would sanitize the pens that were shared often at doctors' offices, hospitals and event at home. Finally, two years ago, with the help of Orlando Health Foundry program, he commercialized his product. Orlando Health is also planning to install CleanBlock across its facilities.

All the Butterbeer at Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando Resort is a beer lover's paradise - Butterbeer, that is. And there are myriad ways for Potterfans to un-parch themselves.

Rainbow Rowell extends magic in gay love story

Author Rainbow Rowell has delivered 'Wayward Son,' her sequel to 'Carry On' that continues the intense love story of magician Simon Snow and vampire Baz. Rowell visits Central Florida on Friday, Jan. 24.

Happy National Popcorn Day! Sample the snack at these local joints

Popcorn lovers, rejoice! The snack is celebrated on Jan. 19, National Popcorn Day. We talked to some local popcorn connoisseurs and sampled some treats.

In PRT's 'Launch 2020,' best small plays tackle big issues | Review

Playwrights' Round Table's 'Launch': Review by Orlando Sentinel critic Matthew J. Palm

Pictures: Central Florida Scottish Highland Games

The Central Florida Scottish Highland Games are back for their 43rd year in Winter Springs bringing bagpipes, kilts and athletes throwing heavy objects to town.

Humane Society cares for blind, flea-covered kitten with a respiratory infection. Soon he'll seek his new home.

Denzel the kitten from the Humane Society of Lake County has persevered through an upper respiratory infection, blindness and more. In a few weeks, the "loving" kitten will be available for adoption.

PODCAST: Universal's Epic Character Race – routes, photo ops, and how to stay healthy surrounded by theme park temptations (Ep. 34)

Do you think you can outrun a Minion? How about a velociraptor from "Jurassic World"? In this episode of Theme Park Rangers, get some insight into the upcoming Universal Orlando's Epic Character Race: 5K and 10K routes, character photo ops, tips on race prep and how to stay healthy surrounded by theme park temptations.