Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Winter Garden named ‘trail town’ | Ocoee woman completes Antarctica marathon | Forbes honors 6 Orlando spots

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Winter Garden named Florida's 10th and newest 'trail town'

Winter Garden has been named Florida's 10th and newest "trail town" thanks to its access to the West Orange Trail.

Weather Channel highlights Tribune employee's Antarctica marathon

Tribune Publishing's Yolanda Stevens completed a marathon in Antarctica and will be featured on the Weather Channel to discuss her experience.

6 Orlando destinations, including Victoria & Albert's, earn top Forbes Travel Guide honors

As expected, Victoria & Albert's restaurant at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa earned the only five-star rating for Orlando this year.

Swine & Sons chefs take home $16,000 on 'Guy's Grocery Games'

Swine & Sons chef/owners Rhys and Alexia Gawlak didn't expect anything when they signed on for Guy Fieri's Food Network hit, but they won with a dish any fan of their restaurant might have guessed they would.

Back from Broadway: Orlando's Denée Benton talks hometown concert, TV's 'Gilded Age'

The Trinity Prep graduate recently played Eliza Hamilton on Broadway.

From victim to advocate, Donna Hedrick is on a crusade to help others and change the law | Commentary

Raped as a teenager, the Orlando woman behind 'Donna's Law' now wants to help other victims - and has found empowerment and healing in her crusade. She's one of the finalists for Central Floridian of the Year.

Flying man hits Florida: Inventor shows off homemade jet pack

A Jetsons-style future was on display this week at a Ritz resort in Florida, where hundreds of guests watched a British inventor float a few feet in the air as he was propelled by his homemade jet pack.

Behind the scenes: Madame Tussauds artists keep waxy stars well-groomed

There's more than meets the eye when taking care of the wax figures Madame Tussauds is famous for. Each day, a team of studio artists walks through the exhibit, checking for nicks and imperfections.

Crayola Experience free for preschoolers with pass

Crayola Experience at the Florida Mall offers free annual pass for preschool-aged children.

Tool to play Amway Center behind 'Fear Inoculum'

Metal band Tool will perform at Amway Center in Orlando on April 17.

Disney: 'Vacation Fun' set for Mickey Shorts Theater debut

Disney World: Mickey Shorts Theater to feature 'Vacation Fun'

With glorious music, 85th Bach Festival both revs up and relaxes

"Concertos by Candlelight" and "Spiritual Spaces" delight -- and the festival isn't over yet.

How to enjoy a perfect Orlando weekend without theme parks

Theme parks are a staple of Orlando entertainment, but there's more than meets the eye for locals and visitors to the City Beautiful. Leu Gardens, Rock Springs and the Winter Park Chain of Lakes are just a few options for local activities great for a weekend without theme parks.

'So You Think You Can Dance' hosting auditions in Miami

"So You Think You Can Dance" is hosting auditions in Miami.

Adelle — the cat, not the singer — is looking for her new home

Adelle — the cat, not the singer — came to Seminole County Animal Services as a stray. Now she's looking for her furever home.

PODCAST: Behind the scenes at Madame Tussauds – The care and feeding of wax figures (Ep. 38)

A look behind the scenes of Madame Tussauds revealed Wonder Woman with her hair in curlers, Will Smith missing an earring and Ryan Gosling in a state of disarray. Learn how the staff gets these wax stars camera-ready with extra wax, oil paint and plenty of hair products.

National Pistachio Day: Here's your excuse to go nuts

They're small and green and packed with antioxidants. They pair well with sweet and savory. They're pistachios — a perfect excuse to go a little nuts.

Catch 'Last Train' for beautiful journey of love, hope and courage | Review

'Last Train to Nibroc': Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm reviews the Mad Cow Theatre production.

Margarita Day brings margarita deals to Orlando area

Chuy's, Tony Roma's and more offer discounts for National Margarita Day.

First look: Regal Eagle Smokehouse has landed at Epcot

Regal Eagle Smokehouse is now open for business at Epcot. The menu at the new Walt Disney World restaurant is barbecue-based; its theme is Muppet meets Americana.

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