News and Features
Here's the Full List of Disney Springs Businesses Scheduled to Open May 20
Disney has announced which businesses guests can expect to visit when the complex reopens this week.
Universal Orlando CityWalk Announces Limited Reopening May 14
Universal Orlando Resort takes the first steps toward reopening the Orlando destination.
Some Central Florida Beaches Have Begun to Reopen
Four Central Florida counties are relaxing some restrictions on the area's beaches.
16 Old and New Books To Help You Escape
Books are our portals to other worlds, new and old, familiar and strange.
Staying Home: The Best Cooking Tips For Singles, Couples, & Families
Some recipes for culinary success during troubled times.
Staying Home: 7 Amazing Orlando Recipes
Here are some creations that are sure to please.
Staying Home: Orlando Fun & Games
Rise to the creative challenge—and laugh a little!
10 Must See Films or Series During Covid-19
The bad news is you’re housebound. The good news is you’re housebound in the Golden Age of a la carte home video entertainment.
Staying Home: 20+ Virtual Orlando Cultural Tours and Experiences
Tours, museums, music, verse and more—both local and far away.
9 Best Video Games For Having Fun
From your couch or online, there’s fun in store.
7 Essential Board Games To Keep You Entertained
Lively board and card games to play while you’re housebound.
Staying Home: 3 Great Exercises For Orlando Residents
Walking, bicycling and yoga help keep body and mind in shape.
Staying Home: Green Thumbs Up
Go outside, get your hands dirty and discover the rewards of creating your own vegetable garden.
Staying Home: Online Workouts
Fitness clubs, yoga studios and YouTubers can bring the gym to you.
Staying Home In Orlando During The Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has made “stir-crazy’’ a watchword for our times. Here are some ways to cope with confinement at home.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Outlines Phase 1 of State Reopening
“Facts should be comforting. We’ve done better than everyone said we would do.”
More Florida Beaches Opening During Covid-19 Pandemic
Bay County and Sarasota County reopen with limitations.
Coronavirus: Florida K-12 Schools Closed For Remainder of 2019-2020 School Year
Previously thought to reopen at the beginning of May, distance learning will continue through the end of the school year.
In Focus: The Dreamer
It’s been 33 years since Pat Williams defied the odds and landed an NBA franchise for Orlando. Now he has his sights on a pro baseball team. Impossible? Doubt him at your own peril.
Teachers of the Year Nominations
Nominations are now open for the 2020 Teachers of the Year!
What You Can, Can't Do Under Orlando's Stay-At-Home Order
Stay-at-home restrictions begin at 11 p.m. March 26 and extend through at least April 9
Orange County Florida Mayor Issues Stay At Home Order
Residents should plan to be home starting Thursday, March 24 at 11 p.m.
