Tuesday, February 4, 2020

FSU alum pays shelter dogs' adoption fees; Orlando arts news; Pup from Puerto Rico seeks home

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February 4, 2020

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FSU alum Nnadi, celebrating Super Bowl win, pays adoption fees for 100+ shelter dogs

FSU alum Derrick Nnadi celebrated becoming a Super Bowl Champion by paying for the adoption fees of more than 100 dogs at a shelter.

Save on 'Aladdin' tickets, fight racism and hail the viola

Here's what you need to know about the Orlando arts scene this week.

'Love bug' dog evacuated after earthquakes in Puerto Rico is looking for a new family

Negrito was evacuated from Puerto Rico after the earthquakes. Now, with the help of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, he's looking for his new home.

Universal Mardi Gras 2020: 5 ways to enjoy the celebration

Here's how to navigate through the 2020 edition of Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras celebration, including the parades and concerts

Leesburg construction students get hands-on experience building Habitat house

Students who are part of the Leesburg High School Construction Academy are getting crucial hands-on experience by building a Habitat for Humanity house at 107 N. 12th St. in Leesburg.

Buy SeaWorld tickets and get a second park free

SeaWorld is offering two parks for the price of a ticket to one.

Time to get happy at Orlando Happy Hours

Boca, Cafe Murano and others offer drink specials in the Orlando area.

Guns N' Roses bring the jungle to Tampa

Guns N Roses will perform at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa on Aug. 15.

Happy Feed the Birds Day

Show our feather friends some love on Feb. 3: It's Feed the Birds Day.

Pictures: ZORA! Festival's "Beyond Black Panther" Masquerade Party

The ZORA! Festival's "Beyond Black Panther" Masquerade Party at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020.

Pictures: Jason Aldean brings the party to Amway Center

Jason Aldean performed at Amway Center on Jan. 31 as part of his "We Back Tour." Riley Green and Morgan Wallen opened for the country singer-songwriter.

Florida's most popular Super Bowl snack is red-hot and blue

Floridian football fans, survey says, like their game-day snack hot, spicy and creamy.

Universal's Super Nintendo World was inevitable, video game experts say

Nintendo's upcoming land at Universal could enhance the region's video game rep, experts say.

Got singing talent? Karaoke Idol reprised for second year at Aloma Bowl

Aloma Bowl is bringing back Karaoke Idol, it's hometown singing competition, for the second year. Orlando competitors will sing their hearts out to see who takes home a $1,000 cash prize.

PDQ restaurants offer BOGO Super Bowl chicken

PDQ has buy-one-get-one-free chicken tender platters ahead of the Super Bowl.

Lovely acting, important lessons propel 'Anne of Green Gables' | Review

'Anne of Green Gables': Orlando Sentinel Theater Critic Matthew J. Palm reviews "Anne of Green Gables" at Orlando Repertory Theatre.

They've got game at Twisted Root Burger Co. | Review

Game night means more than one thing at Twisted Root Burger Company's first Florida location.

4 Rivers expands offerings at Walt Disney World Resort

Orlando's homegrown "barbecue ministry" has two new locations at Walt Disney World.

In 'Beehive,' strong vocals, kicky costumes remind us of the artistry of the 1960s | Review

'Beehive: The '60s Musical': Orlando Sentinel review of the Winter Park Playhouse show by Matthew J. Palm

Celebrate Brandy Alexander Day at Whiskey Lou's

Get a Brandy Alexander practically anywhere, even Whiskey Lou's in Orlando.

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