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Hidden Orlando speakeasy stashed behind a bookshelf. Here’s where to find it
Read full article: Hidden Orlando speakeasy stashed behind a bookshelf. Here’s where to find itIn downtown Orlando, keen-eyed bargoers might discover this old-fashioned cocktail lounge tucked away in a local building.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida changes lives through culinary training
Read full article: Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida changes lives through culinary trainingOne of the biggest obstacles to landing a job or changing careers for many adults is the lack of experience. But a unique culinary program at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is making a difference.
Here’s how you can donate to the ‘Black Men Sundays’ turkey drive
Read full article: Here’s how you can donate to the ‘Black Men Sundays’ turkey driveNews 6 photographer and “Black Men Sundays” host Corie Murray’s turkey drive is back again. Online donations are being accepted to help feed families of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Florida for the holidays.
New Publix store coming to Central Florida next month. Here’s where it’ll go
Read full article: New Publix store coming to Central Florida next month. Here’s where it’ll goThe store will feature a second-story sitting area, offer a pharmacy and host a liquor shop. But it'll be missing out on one notable feature.
🍗 Light versus dark—the color of the turkey meat is due to the job of the muscle
Read full article: 🍗 Light versus dark—the color of the turkey meat is due to the job of the muscleAt Thanksgiving dinner, lucky families will avoid impassioned discussions about religion and politics. But another argument is almost inevitable: white meat versus dark meat.
Butterfly Lifestyle helps feed Pine Hills community as need continues to grow
Read full article: Butterfly Lifestyle helps feed Pine Hills community as need continues to growShereece Mitchell-Sanchez has been working tirelessly since 2021 to help feed people living and working in the Pine Hills community.
Seminole County pizzeria faces financial hardship after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Seminole County pizzeria faces financial hardship after Hurricane MiltonWith one location in Lake Mary, Diaz expanded to downtown Sanford just over a year ago. In recent weeks, he’s found himself facing significant financial challenges.
Some Volusia County residents eligible for food assistance through USDA’s D-SNAP program
Read full article: Some Volusia County residents eligible for food assistance through USDA’s D-SNAP programResidents in Volusia County impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton may be eligible for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as D-SNAP.
🥫 Just 5% of America’s food waste is composted. Which states are getting it done?
Read full article: 🥫 Just 5% of America’s food waste is composted. Which states are getting it done?Americans composted about 3.3 million tons of food waste in 2019, according to the Environmental Protection Agency's most recent estimates.
Sanford Brewing Company goes cash-only, pays staff directly amid uncertainty about future
Read full article: Sanford Brewing Company goes cash-only, pays staff directly amid uncertainty about futureSanford Brewing Company embarked on a weekend of all-day happy hour and cash-only sales that went directly to employees amid concerns over the future.
🍬 23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest
Read full article: 🍬 23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiestSpooky season has arrived, and whether you dress in costume with full abandon or turn off the porch lights first thing on Halloween night, there's one thing that's unavoidable this time of year: candy.
World Central Kitchen offering free meals in DeLand for people impacted by Hurricane Milton
Read full article: World Central Kitchen offering free meals in DeLand for people impacted by Hurricane MiltonWorld Central Kitchen, a nonprofit that offers food relief around the world, announced they will be offering free means in DeLand and 19 other Florida locations on Saturday for those affected by Hurricane Milton.
Old Brevard crab shack, seafood market damaged by Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Old Brevard crab shack, seafood market damaged by Hurricane MiltonA once-popular stop for cracking open crabs and eating seafood next to the Indian River was severely damaged when the roof over those benches that guests sat at for decades collapsed during Hurricane Milton.
These Central Florida restaurants are reopening after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: These Central Florida restaurants are reopening after Hurricane MiltonThe good news (and a good sign for the community) is that several popular restaurants will be back open tonight for people looking to take a break from being stuck in their homes.
Waffle House Index shows few Central Florida locations open after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Waffle House Index shows few Central Florida locations open after Hurricane MiltonOn Thursday afternoon, many Waffle Houses in Central Florida, Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida were still closed, and the ones that were open could only offer limited service.
Shoppers stock up as Orange County prepares for Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Shoppers stock up as Orange County prepares for Hurricane MiltonShoppers filled the Publix in the Packing District and Costco in Winter Park on Monday, grabbing last-minute supplies ahead of Hurricane Milton’s expected arrival.
Orlando bars sue city after being forced to pay nearly $850K for police
Read full article: Orlando bars sue city after being forced to pay nearly $850K for policeFollowing a number of shootings in the area, the city decided to impose new rules in an attempt to improve safety and draw more people to the district.
Central Florida family restaurant closes after nearly 50 years
Read full article: Central Florida family restaurant closes after nearly 50 yearsA nearly half-century-old business announced its end on Wednesday, Oct. 2 when owner Dominic Commesso released a statement on Facebook saying Dominick’s, a southern Italian restaurant in Winter Springs, is permanently closing.
🍲 Americans love frozen meals, processed foods. We still don’t fully understand what it’s doing to our bodies
Read full article: 🍲 Americans love frozen meals, processed foods. We still don’t fully understand what it’s doing to our bodiesOver the past two decades, ultra-processed foods have grown to make up a majority of Americans' daily calorie intake, and a growing body of research suggests these cheaper eats could be costing us our lives.