Friday, February 19, 2021

Things to do this weekend & A new look at a Florida-bound cruise ship

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February 19, 2021

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TODAY'S WEATHER: Mostly clear with a high of 76° and low of 59°. Hour-by-hour temperatures here.

 

Good morning! I'm Patrick Connolly, a multimedia journalist with the Orlando Sentinel's Things to Do team. As the Central Florida Explorer, I feel fortunate to experience new hidden gems of the Sunshine State as part of my job. In this week's Florida Fresh Air, I visited Oakland Nature Preserve near Winter Garden. The space provides short trails, a beautiful boardwalk, plenty of Floridian flora and fauna to admire. You could plan a trip this weekend or check out the Osceola County Fair or 145th Silver Spurs Rodeo. Find more ideas for local fun in our Things to do this weekend photo gallery. Following the weekend, the 15th Annual Wekiva Paint Out kicks off Monday at Wekiva Island. Now, here's the rest of today's news …

'Trust has been eroded': Rift between Winter Park, Chamber lingers after debate confrontation

In the aftermath of a post-debate confrontation between a Winter Park mayoral candidate and the city's Chamber president, city leaders floated drastic action against the business group...

Get a look at the new Florida-bound cruise ship MSC Seashore

MSC Cruises revealed renderings of its cruise ship MSC Seashore set to debut in August 2021 in the Mediterranean and then make its home in Miami beginning in November.

Legal fight over Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort project deepens

Disney's renovation of its Saratoga Springs Resort has faced multiple delays and lawsuits.

Internet sales tax collection bill clears Senate tax committee

But as the Senate Finance and Tax Committee voted to support the proposal (SB 50), sponsor Joe Gruters, R-Sarasota, said efforts are underway to balance the increased tax collections against...

USWNT edges Canada in tightly contested rivalry match to open SheBelieves Cup

U.S. women's national team forward Rose Lavelle broke the deadlock in a heated battle against Canada, making the difference in a 1-0 victory over the Americans' rival to open the SheBelieves Cup.

2021 UCF Knights football schedule released

UCF opens its 2021 American Athletic Conference football schedule with a road game against Navy on Oct. 2. The Knights' schedule also features matchups against the past two AAC champions —...

Best road-trip junk food? Five Orlando chefs share their favorites

Orlando's top culinary pros may cook better than you, but it doesn't mean they eat any better. When it comes to road trips, junk food rules no matter who you are.

Celebrate Dog Biscuit Day with Central Florida treats and a recipe

Whether you call it National Dog Biscuit Day or International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day, here are a few ways you can celebrate with your pup on Feb. 23 in Central Florida. Plus, find a recipe.

Read the latest edition of Explore Florida & The Caribbean

Check out our special online magazine, featuring travel guides to all corners of the Sunshine State and the islands of the Caribbean. The February 2021 issue features the 10 Best Beaches,...

Nonprofit executive empowers Black students to excellence

Jarvis Wheeler is a former Orange County student and teacher who has dedicated his life to helping others succeed.

Explore Central Florida's Black history

From the Ocoee Massacre marker to the Mary McLeod Bethune Home in Daytona, the Mount Moriah Church in Port Orange and the Zora Neal Hurston Museum in Eatonville, the Orlando Sentinel has plotted...

Daily horoscope for February 19, 2021

Check out your daily horoscope here, provided by Tarot astrologers.

Out of this world: 17 space 'firsts'

It all started with Sputnik. In 1957, on the verge of the Space Age, the U.S.S.R. launched the world's first manmade satellite into space, kicking off a decades-long series of...

From FOX 35 News: How long will Disney World require reservations? At least until 2023

Planning a Disney trip? Looks like you will need to make a reservation.

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