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SeaWorld Orlando has unveiled the rides for the upcoming SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep. This ride is an indoor attraction that allows you to experience a simulated underwater experience while moving forward and swinging from side to side. The vehicle, unveiled Tuesday on the exhibit floor at the IAAPA Expo at the Orange County Convention Center, recreates the behavior of a submarine without the cramped quarters. Open-air vehicles are suspended from rails using gravity to assist in programmed movement. “We’re really excited about all of the dynamics,” said Connor Kerr, corporate vice president of rides and engineering for United Parks…

This holiday season at Orlando’s theme parks is like a cozy cardigan you’ve put away for months. It looks completely familiar, full of memories, and oh, there are some things in my pocket that I completely forgot about. For example, take a look at what happened at SeaWorld Orlando and what happened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Theme Park, an after-hours event called “Disney Jollywood Nights.” SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration will feature a variety of activities throughout the day, including O Wonderous Night, a stage show with carols and puppetry that tells the story of Jesus’ birth, and the Sesame Street Christmas…

Kroger will cease operations at its Groveland, Fla., fulfillment center early next year as part of a major shift in the company’s e-commerce strategy. The announcement was made this week in a company press release outlining broad changes to Kroger’s online delivery model. The Groveland facility was launched as part of a high-profile partnership between Kroger and Ocado to serve as the delivery-only grocery store’s hub in Central Florida. Since Kroger does not operate a traditional supermarket in the area, this fulfillment center is the company’s sole presence in the Central Florida grocery market. Kroger confirmed it will close its…

Below is the official statement from the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida regarding the sentencing of a Cape Coral man involved in gun trafficking. FORT MYERS, Fla. – U.S. District Judge Kyle Dudek sentenced Derrick Desir, 28, Cape Coral, to three years and 10 months in federal prison for his role in a gun-trafficking conspiracy. Desir pled guilty on July 23, 2025, to charges of conspiracy to make false statements to a gun trafficker and making false statements to a gun trafficker. In May 2022, Desir took part in a conspiracy to “straw buy” handguns…

Your future is shaped by what you do today – how you spend your time, energy, and money. Investing in your future doesn’t just mean throwing money into the stock market. It’s about the choices you make now that create a stronger, happier, and more secure version of you later. This is a long-term game of self-care, building habits, relationships, and resources that increase in value over time. For some, that investment starts with improving their financial security, like clearing debt, increasing savings, or exploring opportunities like veteran debt forgiveness. For others, it’s about developing skills, improving health, or fostering…

As part of efforts to fight the coronavirus, the Trump and Biden administrations expanded eligibility for welfare and state-run Medicaid in 2020 and 2021. According to the federal government, just under 42 million Americans (12.3%) participated in the food welfare program SNAP in 2024. Jennifer Bash, editor of Reasonable Arguments, analyzed the numbers surrounding welfare programs and SNAP funding during the government shutdown. Bash’s research found that 72.5 million Americans, or 22% of the country, receive some form of government aid each month. SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, TANF cash assistance, housing vouchers, everything. “Nationwide, 65% of recipients are children, seniors, and…

Operating a business, regardless of size or industry, involves inherent risks. From customer injuries to property damage and even legal disputes, unexpected events can occur at any time. In this case, general liability insurance is an essential safeguard. Unlike specialized insurance that is specific to a particular industry, general liability insurance provides broad protection and is suitable for almost any type of business. Comprehensive protection against common risks General liability insurance is designed to cover claims arising from personal injury, property damage, personal injury or advertising injury. For example, if a client slips and falls in your office, or if…

With the arrival of Celebrity Cruises’ new ship Celebrity Excel, Port Everglades is packed with new hardware for the winter sailing season. The ship joins Disney Cruise Line’s new ship Disney Destiny and Princess Cruises’ new Star Princess as they set sail from the Port of Fort Lauderdale. The arrivals mark a significant increase for the state’s third-busiest cruise port after Ports of Miami and Port Canaveral, with passenger movements already approaching 5 million last year. The port has renovated its parking lot and added a renovated terminal in recent years, including becoming Disney’s second home in Florida, and its…

Car insurance rates are determined based on a variety of factors, but one of the most important is age. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), teenage drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 are nearly three times more likely to be in a fatal accident than drivers over 20. CarInsurance.com has released its latest analysis of average auto insurance premiums by age and gender across the United States, and the differences are dramatic. Teen drivers pay nearly four times as much as experienced adults for the same coverage. Main highlights: Sixteen-year-olds pay an average of…

ORLANDO, Fla. – U.S. District Judge Paul G. Byron sentenced Charles William Mitzky, 60, of St. Cloud, to life in federal prison for producing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and enticing a child to participate in sexual acts. Mitzky pled guilty on July 8, 2025. Law enforcement began investigating Mitzky after receiving a tip in June 2024, according to court documents. It was discovered that he had been sexually exploiting children online since at least 2012. Through a series of search warrants and interviews with victims, authorities learned that Mitzky was communicating with young victims using the online persona of…