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Orange County Government’s Temporary Warming Centers to Remain Open Through Friday Morning, January 10, 2025

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Facilities at Barnett Park & South Econ Park open nightly at 5:00 p.m. and close promptly at 8:00 a.m. each morning. Orange County, Fla. – Due to predicted cold weather, Orange County Government will continue to support the Homeless Services Network (HSN) in welcoming residents and people without stable housing to two area Warming Centers. These temporary locations…

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 Key West is calling, and there’s no better place to experience its magic than with Historic Key West Vacation Rentals. Book an escape today and let the Historic Key West Vacation Rentals team turn fantasy into reality.

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 Key West is calling, and there’s no better place to experience its magic than with Historic Key West Vacation Rentals. Book an escape today and let the Historic Key West Vacation Rentals team turn fantasy into reality.

Redefining the art of hospitality, Historic Key West Vacation Rentals cements its status as the gold standard in island accommodations  KEY WEST, Fla., — The soothing sound of swaying palm fronds. The soft caress of a salt-kissed breeze over a turquoise sea. A sun-dappled patio where a private pool awaits. A vivid daydream? Certainly for…

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Consumer Alert- Got a package you didn’t order? -It could be a new scam!

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New Warning from the FTC. Scammers are sending people fake “luxury” items like rings, beauty products, and even Bluetooth speakers. This is sometimes called a “brushing scam,” so called because it’s “brushing up” — or increasing — the scammer’s sales. How does it work? Scammers or sellers of knock-off merchandise find your address or other…

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Top Holiday Travel Tips to Keep Your Family Safe

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                                              Give the gift of safety during the most hectic (and wonderful!) time of the year  The winter holidays are one of the busiest travel times of the year, with many Americans hitting the road to visit family and friends or to take an…

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DCF Announces Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in Response to Hurricane Helene and Milton

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DCF Announces Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in Response to Hurricane Helene and Milton

 DCF Announces Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in Response to Hurricane Helene and Milton Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced that Florida’s application for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) has been approved. D-SNAP provides food assistance for individuals and families impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton who are not receiving food…

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Five Manatees Successfully Rehabilitated at Two Ohio Zoos Flown Back to Florida Facilities to Prepare for Return to Home Waters

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Five Manatees Successfully Rehabilitated at Two Ohio Zoos Flown Back to Florida Facilities to Prepare for Return to Home Waters

 Five manatees were flown more than 1,000 miles to their temporary homes in Florida, marking a crucial conservation achievement following over two years of successful rescue efforts by four zoological and marine institutions. In an intricate operation, the manatees were placed in custom-built containers to help them travel safely and then driven to the Cincinnati International…

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Theme Park Closures and Updates before Hurricane Milton Hits Central Florida

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Theme Park Closures and Updates before Hurricane Milton Hits Central Florida

Disney: Monitoring Hurricane Milton We are closely monitoring the path of the projected storm, and the safety of our Guests and Cast Members remains our top priority. Walt Disney World Resort is currently operating under normal conditions and will continue to be on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Looking ahead, we are making adjustments based on the…

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Hurricane Milton, Osceola County Help Guide

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OSCEOLA COUNTY UPDATE FOR HURRICANE Citizen Information Center hotline (407-742-0000) 24 hours a day beginning Tuesday at 8 a.m. for citizens that have specific questions or need to speak with an Osceola County representative. SELF-SERVE SANDBAG DISTRIBUTION INFORMATION 1st location: TUESDAY OCT. 7TH 2nd location: Opens TUESDAY OCT. 7TH Bags and sand will be provided. Supplies are…

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Sept 26 Hurricane Helene Update in Central Florida Theme Park Closures Sept 26

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Sept 26 Hurricane Helene Update in Central Florida Theme Park Closures Sept 26

Seaworld/ Busch Gardens released the following statement: “Precautions are in place following the park’s comprehensive weather preparedness plan to ensure the safety of our animals and ambassadors during this time. We will continue to monitor the storm and guests are encouraged to check back here and follow our social media channels for updates. Stay tuned for…

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Park Closure Updates Due to Hurricane Helene

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Park Closure Updates Due to Hurricane Helene

BUSCH GARDENS WILL BE CLOSED After reviewing the latest route of Hurricane Helene and to ensure the safety of our ambassadors, guests, and animals, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will be closed on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. All date-intended tickets for Sept. 26 have been extended through Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. Guests are encouraged to check our website and follow our social media channels for…

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Ritz Theater Offers Latin Festival, Jazz Concert, Young Frankenstein And More This Fall

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Ritz Theater Offers Latin Festival, Jazz Concert, Young Frankenstein And More This Fall

Stub HTML Message Monsters at the Ritz, Latin Festival & Free Jazz Concert Mel Brooks Musical Young FrankensteinOctober 11, 12, 17, 18, 19 at 7:30PM, October 13, 20 at 3PM, October 19 at 2PMIn Mel Brooks’ zany spoof Young Frankenstein, Frederick, the reluctant grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, inherits his grandfather’s castle in Transylvania….

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NEW STUDY FINDS THAT4 OUT OF 5 PARENTS MOVE CHILDREN OUT OF BOOSTER SEATS BEFORE THEY ARE READY

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Booster seats can reduce the risk of serious injury by 45 percent compared to seat belts alone Washington, D.C. – To coincide with National Child Passenger Safety Week, Safe Kids Worldwide released a new study today showing that while progress has been made in the last 10 years, an alarming number of children are still not properly buckled…

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UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT TO EXPAND FLAGSHIP UNIVERSAL STUDIOS STORE IN UNIVERSAL CITYWALK NEXT YEAR

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UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT TO EXPAND FLAGSHIP UNIVERSAL STUDIOS STORE IN UNIVERSAL CITYWALK NEXT YEAR

WITH DEDICATED AREAS FOR THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER AND SUPER NINTENDO WORLD In 2025, Universal Orlando Resort will expand the Universal Studios Store in Universal CityWalk to include two new dedicated areas featuring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD. THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER The expanded retail location…

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Tickets go on sale Sept 15 for Monster Jam Championship Series East at the Camping World Stadium – March 2025

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Tickets go on sale Sept 15 for Monster Jam Championship Series East at the Camping World Stadium – March 2025

Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life with an ultimate day of family fun at Orlando’s Camping World Stadium on March 1. This is not just any event—it is As Big As It Getsä—where 12,000-pound trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air in competitions of speed and skill. Get ready to cheer,…

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JAPAN’S ULTIMATE MIND AND BODY PURIFICATION RITUAL IN MT. HAKUSAN IS NOW BOOKABLE FOR TRAVELERS

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JAPAN’S ULTIMATE MIND AND BODY PURIFICATION RITUAL IN MT. HAKUSAN IS NOW BOOKABLE FOR TRAVELERS

JAPAN’S ULTIMATE MIND AND BODY PURIFICATION RITUAL IN MT. HAKUSANIS NOW BOOKABLE FOR TRAVELERSJapan has always been at the center of wellness-inspired journeys, but a new ritual hasjust vaulted to the top of the bucket list for so many travelers seeking revitalization intravel. Misogi is a traditional Shinto purification ritual that takes place in the…

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