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As one of the biggest electronic music festivals in the country, EDC Orlando welcomed 300,000 ravers last weekend to behold an audiovisual spectacle that includes big-name DJs, pyrotechnics, massive stages, lasers and a drone show. Now some of them are saying they felt unsafe there. Tickets for this year’s three-day festival were sold out, meaning there were nearly 100,000 ravers each day, Nov. 7-9, at Tinker Field outside of Camping World Stadium. Those visitors travel from around the country and the world, providing an estimated $110 million economic impact for the greater Orlando area. Following this year’s festival, event organizers…
“We all celebrate together,” Marchand said. “It’s so incredible to be part of a group that enjoys each other as much as we do and is as close-knit as we are. It makes these moments even more special.” Hoping to carry some of the magic of Thursday night into the Battle of Florida, the Panthers will host the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday at 5pm ET. Click here for tickets. Tarasov gets his first win as a Panther A long-awaited first victory. Daniil Tarasov made 37 saves, including 10 dangerous stops, helping lead the Panthers to…
The impending reopening of IAAPA Expo means a surge in attraction vendors, suppliers, and theme park operators gathering, greeting, and doing business at the Orange County Convention Center. The event is known for its expansive exhibit space featuring more than 1,100 exhibitors and their products, from stuffed animals and snack foods to giant themed inflatables and moving thrill rides. Some Central Florida attractions take advantage of home court benefits beyond the booth by hosting tours, educational sessions, award presentations and parties during the week-long event. Some companies are renting out venues along International Drive for networking opportunities. “These parties are…
Property owners in communities ravaged by storms and natural disasters are constantly struggling with second-wave effects as “tech-enabled litigation agitation,” a predatory and clandestine business model that has been in place since 2017, continues to flourish with the rise of AI capabilities such as technology-driven search engines, email scams, and data scraping. In addition to deceptive phishing and misdirection, third-party litigation funding is emerging as a business model. This essentially bypasses the normal insurance claims process and throws policyholders directly into the “litigation” track, often without understanding that they are bypassing the insurance company’s normal claims process. This process not…
Below is the official statement from Florida Attorney General James Usmayer’s office regarding the arrests involving suspected child exploitation activities. Attorney General James Usmayer announced that Isaias Coy, David Desormeaux, Miguel Ángel, Antonio Rojas, Mohamed Mezrega, and Jeremiah Gilyard were arrested on charges related to child sexual exploitation. “These predators believed they could hide behind screens and exploit children, but they were wrong,” said Attorney General James Usmayer. “Some of these defendants are currently in ICE custody and will go to prison before being deported. We will never stop protecting Florida’s children. Those who target our children will be caught…
Theme park fans can take a peek behind the curtain in the new three-part Peacock series, “Epic Rides: Stories from Universal Theme Parks.” The program parallels the making of Epic Universe, which opened in Orlando in late May, and the history of Universal Parks as a whole, going back to the days of little-known Universal Pictures founder Karl Laemmle and subsequent studio tours. On the epic side of the series, there’s a bit of false jeopardy as to whether the theme park will open in time. Because we know how it goes. But the show effectively shows that there are…
A very shiny nose is a focal point of this year’s Gaylord Palms ice sculpture display, which opened to the public Friday. Scenes from “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” have been re-created inside the Kissimmee resort, a section of which is kept at the bone-chilling temperature of 9 degrees Fahrenheit for the duration of “Ice.” Designers work in a few surprises to the presentations, no easy feat, as the storyline of the beloved 1964 television special is well-trod territory. So, without getting too Grinchy with spoilers — oops, slipped into another holiday classic — here are a few cold, hard facts…
The year has flown by, and it’s already time to talk turkey again. And for families seeking a little bit of help in preparing or picking the venue for their holiday meal, there is a veritable cornucopia of options to let you choose your own adventure. The Alfond Inn Winter Park: Harvest buffet from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Adults, $138 plus tax and service, children ages 4-12, $48 plus tax and service. Children ages 3 and younger are free. Tickets and reservations: eventbrite.com/e/the-art-of-thanksgiving-at-the-alfond-inn-tickets-1757820060119?aff=ebdssbdestsearch. More info: holidays@thealfondinn.com Bob Evans Farmhouse Kitchen: Packed cold, ready to heat and serve in two hours or…
AARP recently asked Floridians ages 45 and older about their biggest concerns regarding issues such as health, retirement and homeownership. health Among Floridians surveyed, 65% reported that prescription drug costs were one of their most concerning monthly expenses. nursing care issues Of Floridians surveyed, 58% currently provide care or have provided care to an adult relative or friend in the past. home ownership Most Floridians said homeowners insurance is their biggest concern, followed by property taxes. Other recent polls in the state have reported similar results. According to the AARP survey, 69% of people said the main factors for leaving…
Fans of pop punk, alternative rock, emo and hardcore music will flock to Orlando this weekend for Vans Warped Tour’s special 30th anniversary comeback. Once considered America’s largest traveling music festival, the tour made its long-awaited return earlier this year with sold-out shows in Washington, D.C. and Long Beach, California. This weekend’s Orlando Festival will be sold out, with 80,000 fans expected to gather at Tinker Field outside Camping World Stadium on both Saturday and Sunday. Notable artists on Warped Tour Orlando include A Day to Remember, Black Veil Brides, Falling in Reverse, Bowling for Soup, Yellowcard, All Time Low,…