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Where to dine out for Mother's Day
You might wager romantic restaurant dinners on Valentine's Day would outnumber reservations on Mother's Day. But the National Restaurant Association says Mom wins out over Cupid, projecting that 75 million American adults will dine out May 12. Central...
Tags: Dining and Drinking, Lifestyle and Leisure, Music, International Drive, Soups
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Fighting teenage prostitution in America's fantasy land
Some of the people who fascinate me most are those who stop everything they are doing, midlife, to follow a calling. The CEO who wants to teach kindergarten. The former Marine who becomes a social worker. Here in Central Florida, I'm seeing a new...
Tags: Campus Crusade for Christ, First Baptist Church of Orlando, Slavery, Sex Crimes, Prostitution
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Thanksgiving without the cleanup
Staring down a pile of dirty pots and pans is no way to end Thanksgiving Day. And for many celebrants, T-day is simply a single day off from the workweek. To avoid the Friday leftover energy crash, consider eating out this year. Local restaurants...
Tags: Dining and Drinking, Holidays, Lifestyle and Leisure, Thanksgiving, Lake Buena Vista
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There's more zip to Gatorland
Gatorland is flying high with its Screamin' Gator Zip Line, an aerial cable course that skirts the edges — and flies over animal habitats — of the theme park. Before the park's official opening Thursday, I was part of a preview group that...Tags: Wetlands, Gatorland, Florida, Natural Resources
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Talking turkey at the theme parks: The legs, the legend
From a safe distance at Disney's Animal Kingdom, I watched a momma and her three cubs snack on something fowl. They tore into the meat, chewing down to the bone, maneuvering around cartilage to get at every morsel.
Nearby, the poppa removed the skin from...Tags: Easton (Northampton, Pennsylvania), Science, Gatorland, SeaWorld, Travel Channel (tv network)
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Resolved for 2012: A renewed appreciation of places that matter
Residents of tourism meccas often trade stories of the surprising things visitors can do or say.
Years ago, in Colonial Williamsburg, Va., for example, a tourist was overheard arguing with her companion about which buildings to visit. Most Williamsburg...Tags: Walt Disney, Conway, Arts and Culture, Orlando Hotels, Lake Wales
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Father's Day deals: Gifts in good taste
I'd wager that Dad does not need a new tie or shirt. But perhaps a little family time around the dinner table would be nice on Father's Day. If you haven't firmed up your Sunday plans, here is a sampling of restaurants offering specials and incentives:...Tags: Lake Mary, Dining and Drinking, Kissimmee, Lifestyle and Leisure, International Drive
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Good for politicians who actually get to work!
Scott MaxwellWe're giving hugs and slugs today, starting with a round of hugs for a trio of Republicans who started their new terms the right way. Sure, the governor made the biggest headlines for kicking off his first day in office by sucking up millions of...Tags: Local Elections, Marco Rubio, Television, Crime, Law and Justice, Church and State Relations
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Car lovers stay driven despite recession
TAMPA — Jim Rowlett, marketing director of the National Street Rod Association, is approaching retirement age, duly noted by his accountant, who advised him to begin putting away a little something for later. The following year, Rowlett met with...Tags: Ford, Lifestyle and Leisure, Family, Florida, Louisville
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Seminole Wekiva Trail to gain 3 miles
The Chain Gang - Orlando SentinelThe extension will roughly follow the old railbed from San Sebastian Trailhead on State Road 436 southwest to Maitland Boulevard, according to Sentinel writer Martin E. Comas. It will connect to an existing 3/4-mile segment that runs west from Bear Lake... -
Gatorland: Panther exhibit to open in April
Theme Park Rangers - Orlando SentinelThe alligators of Orange Blossom Trail are about to get new neighbors. Gatorland is adding an exhibit called Panther Springs, set to open in April. The $200,000 attraction will feature a brother-sister pair of big cats named Neiko and Lucy, Florida... -
Riva Tims’ church celebrates third anniversary Oct. 12-14
The Religion WorldPastor Riva Tims kicks off a three-day celebration of the third anniversary of her church, Majestic Life Church, on Friday, Oct. 12, at 7 p.m., at Rejoice in the Lord Ministries, 8053 Gilliam Road, in Orlando. The event, free to the public, will feature ...
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