News and Features
School Closings In Response To COVID-19
These schools and colleges have adjusted their hours, expanded Spring Break, or are moving to online classes.
How Major Events Are Responding to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
These planned gatherings are rescheduled or canceled!
Letter from the Editor: Breaking the Cycle
Why in the world did I backpedal on my love of biking?
Extra Pulp: System Overload
After losing her phone, Laura Anders Lee ponders the pros and cons of our technology-driven lives.
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Is Open at Walt Disney World, and You Should Hold Onto Your Mouse Ears
Your top 8 questions about Disney’s newest attraction answered!
Story of a… Opera Singer
Soprano Anna Eschbach loves “the intense emotion” of opera, often viewed as “the highest art form because it incorporates everything.”
Spotlight: Songs for Supper
The KitchenKillaz will gladly cook up a lively musical performance in—where else?—your kitchen. Social media has shown a hearty appetite for the singular experience.
Wheel Life
A guide to the coolest bike trails, plus great excursions for kids, safety tips, and what you need to get started.
Feature: Olympic Dreams
Meet 10 remarkable athletes with Central Florida ties whose goal is to reach the Tokyo Games—and win.
Letter from the Editor: The Great Race
Determination that jumps from the pages.
The Movers Orlando Trusts
We recently moved our offices in Downtown Orlando. OMC made it easy!
Inside Galaxy’s Edge, Disney's New Star Wars-Themed Land
A rush of sights, sounds and tastes – not to mention a thrill ride – makes this Disney planet a must-visit.
New Worlds: A Guide to What's Fresh at Orlando Theme Parks
Much is new and more is on the way at Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld and other theme parks. Enjoy our hometown tourist guide, along with tips on making your excursion even more fun.
Guide: What's New at SeaWorld Orlando
Coasters, big splashes and Oscar await.
Guide: What's New at Universal Orlando
Hagrid’s motorbike coaster is a headliner at Harry Potter’s land, but there’s plenty more casting spells.
When an Icon Becomes an Infestation
A Kinder, Gentler Way to Remove Mice from Your House
GUIDE: Food Options Coming to Orlando Theme Parks
Our critic looks ahead at all of the dining options in store.
2019 Arts & Entertainment Season Preview
In honor of the Orlando Science Center’s upcoming Pompeii exhibit, we drafted a roving Roman as a tour guide to the 2019-2020 arts season. A tribute to an ancient city that was frozen in time highlights a red-hot Central Florida cultural season. Fear not: We’re here with our arts season guide to keep you grounded.
The Pet Guide: Where Science Meets Love
Increasing numbers of pet owners seeking “peace of mind” drive the sales of pet technology.
The Pet Guide: High-Tech Tools & Toys
These products are smart choices when it comes to the care, feeding and entertainment of your pet.
The Pet Guide: Orlando Dogs Get Their Day in Court
K9th program comforts victims coming through the legal system.
