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Between rising home costs and a sharp increase in middle-age divorce rates, will Central Florida's older adults embrace the notion of roomies? View the full article

Jameis Winston compares more to past busts like David Carr and Tim Couch than he does to star signal callers like Peyton Manning or Andrew Luck, at least according to one statistic-based formula. View the full article

Orlando City's matchup against Toronto FC has the feel a must-win game. View the full article

Shell-shocked and sleeping in the streets, tens of thousands of Nepalis braced against terrifying aftershocks Sunday while digging for survivors of the massive earthquake that ripped across this Himalayan nation a day earlier, killing more than 2,500 people. View the full article

Although it reportedly struck a truck on the tarmac Sunday afternoon, a Southwest jet aircraft was able to take off for Atlanta as planned. View the full article

If you pay for Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight, you're supporting domestic violence If you pay for Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight, you're supporting domestic violence View the full article

There is crying in baseball. If you are 10 and the coach, who is your father, chews you out for not being ready to take the field because your shoes are not laced, there is crying in the dugout at Bill Keller Park in DeBary. View the full article

It started in 2008 with two people, some band posters and a few wedding invitations. View the full article

In an Altamonte Springs movie theater, several hundred members of black and white churches gathered together to watch the movie "Selma." Afterward, pastors led a discussion of the movie. View the full article

Toronto FC at Orlando City game preview View the full article

The smoke used to cure the meat will now be the only smoke at the 4 Rivers Steakhouse, one of dozens of restaurants in and around Winter Park which has pledged to be fully smoke-free, indoors and out. View the full article

The smoke used to cure the meat will now be the only smoke at the 4 Rivers Steakhouse, one of dozens of restaurants in and around Winter Park which has pledged to be fully smoke-free, indoors and out. View the full article

David Damus was just starting life as a young adult. View the full article

Officials released the name of the victim in the fatal shooting at a party in Waterford lakes Saturday morning, while asking that anyone who was at the party at any point please reach out to provide information. View the full article

Sounds Like Summer Concert Series Returns to Epcot June 7 – July 25 Epcot is GROOVIN’ this June and July with the return of the Sounds Like Summer concert series. From June 7 to July 25, the America Gardens Theater will once again rock out with some of the world’s hottest tribute bands. The Sounds Like Summer concerts are included with regular Epcot admission. Show times are 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m. daily. This year’s lineup includes: (Entertainment and times subject to change) June 7-13: DSB – A Tribute to Journey June 14-20: 2U – A Tribute to U2 June 21-26: Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot – A Tribute Billy Joel Show June 27 – July 4: Don’t Look Back – A Tribute to Boston July 5-11: Fire & Ice – A Tribute to Pat Benatar July 12-18: Stayin’ Alive – A Tribute to the Bee Gees July 19-25: Hotel California – A Salute to the Eagles

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Since there seems to be a lot of questions concerning Coffee, I put a little list together and will update as needed. Q. What type of coffee maker does DVC have? A. There are 2 types from what we've seen. A small 4 cup and the normal size coffee machine. Most of the units are the small 4 cup. The coffee is comes in its own filter and is only replaced on your service day. You also get 2 packs of coffee, sugar, artificial sweetener. ***Sorry NO Keurigs*** Q. What is this Special coffee I hear about that DVC Members get? A. Disney beverage provider Joffrey's Coffee & Tea Company has created a secret menu item exclusively for Disney Vacation Club members. The "Vienna Latte" does not appear on menus at Joffrey's coffee kiosks throughout Disneyland or Walt Disney World but it's available to DVC members who ask for the special drink. The beverage is a blend of espresso, steamed milk, chocolate sauce and vanilla syrup, topped with whipped cream. Hot and iced versions are available. Joffrey's coffee products appeared at Disney theme parks, restaurants and hotel rooms in 2013, replacing Nescafe as official coffee provider. A selection of Disney-themed coffee blends is also available for purchase from the Joffrey's website. *info from DVC News Q. I heard that Starbucks have coffee shops throughout Disney. A. Yes Starbucks opened an outlet on the Marketplace end of Downtown Disney. It's a walk-up establishment with no indoor seating. There are also Starbucks’s in Magic Kingdom ( Main Street Bakery) and Epcot (Fountain View) , with plans for cafes at Disney's Animal Kingdom and Disney's Hollywood Studios (Trolley Car Café is slated for a February 2015). The Downtown Disney locations are corporate Starbucks locations, which mean that they can take Starbucks cards and redeem Starbucks rewards (including birthday drinks, if you are part of the rewards program!). At this time, the West Side Starbucks location doesn’t take snack credits on the Disney Dining Plan (unlike the in-park Starbucks locations, Main Street Bakery and Fountain View). The location is open from 10 am to midnight. *as of June 2014

MIAMI (AP) — A South Florida man who told the FBI his name is "Squirrel" is charged with threatening to blow up the Internal Revenue Service building in Miami. View the full article

The National Weather Service in Melbourne has issued a significant weather advisory for southern Lake, northern Brevard, Orange, southern Volusia, northern Osceola and Seminole counties until 2:15 p.m. View the full article

The Orange County Sheriff's Office released the names of two people found dead Friday in a house in Christmas following a botched burglary. View the full article

Three people felt seriously ill after riding Harry Potter View the full article

New, bigger, bolder and more advanced rockets — most built by private companies — are coming to a space port near you. View the full article

Magic Kingdom Special Event Tickets On Sale Now Tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney’s Night of Joy are now available for purchase. Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party include: September 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27 October 1 Advance: $68 (plus tax) for adults; $63 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9); Day of the Event: $74 (plus tax) for adults; $69 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9) October 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29 November 1 Advance: $74 (plus tax) for adults; $69 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9); Day of the Event: $79 (plus tax) for adults; $74 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9) Halloween – $87 (plus tax) for adults; $82 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9) Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party include: November 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19 December 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15 Advance: $74 (plus tax) for adults; $69 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9); Day of the Event: $79 (plus tax) for adults; $74 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9) November 20, 29 December 4, 11, 17 $79 (plus tax) for adults; $74 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9) December 18 $82 (plus tax) for adults; $77 (plus tax) for children (ages 3-9) Single-day ticket prices for Disney’s Night of Joy (September 11-12) are $65 (plus tax) in advance and $80 (plus tax) on the day of the event (if available). A two night ticket also is available for $115 (plus tax) in advance of the event. Group tickets are also available by calling 877-NITE-JOY (1-877-648-3569). To order tickets or find out more information on any of our Magic Kingdom Park special events, guests can check out Disneyworld.com, call 407-W-DISNEY or contact their travel agent.

This week, we announced some fantastic new experiences coming to the Disney Dream cruise ship this fall, including interactive youth areas themed to Star Wars and Disney Infinity. In Disney’s Oceaneer Club, kids are in for an out-of-this-galaxy experience in a newly themed play, Star Wars: Millennium Falcon, inspired by the spacecraft from the legendary saga. We’ll also offer Star Wars-themed crafts, games and activities in this space. Also in the Oceaneer Club, a high-tech interactive space based on the Disney Infinity video game will allow kids to experience a whole new way of playing together with virtual experiences and immersive activities. Customized, on-screen adventures will bring to life characters and stories from across The Walt Disney Company. Jonathan has more details on both spaces and other enhancements coming to the Disney Dream in his original story. And as we continue to count down the weeks until the beginning of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration on May 22, Erin launched the first of her series of stories looking back at some of the innovations that the Happiest Place on Earth has seen throughout its first 60 years. This week, we started with the biggest innovation of all – Disneyland itself – recalled in Walt Disney’s own words. Check Erin’s original story for more details. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Five Reasons to Visit the Disneyland Resort this Spring – Spring is in full swing at the Disneyland Resort, and it’s brought unique experiences you will only find this time of year! Check out our top five reasons to visit right now. VIDEO: Learn to Make the Manhattan from Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge at Disney California Adventure Park – Watch as our bartender creates a Manhattan cocktail (and one of those fabulous ice spheres) from Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge. What’s Included on Your Vacation to Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa – See three of the activities that make a vacation to Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, an unforgettable experience for everyone. Plus, they are included in the price of your room! PHOTOS: Dockside Margaritas Opens Today at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort – This past week, Dockside Margaritas opened at Downtown Disney! Click through for photos of the cool, laid-back new location. Disney Days of Past: ‘Goof Troop’ Visits Walt Disney World Resort – Television became a little goofier this past week in 1992 when “Goof Troop” first aired on The Disney Channel. Goofy and Max joined Chip ‘n Dale (from their “Rescue Rangers” days) on stage in Mickey’s Starland as seen here in July 1992. Show your #DisneySide at the Final Expedition Everest Challenge at Walt Disney World Resort – On Saturday, May 2 runDisney will host its final Expedition Everest Challenge. This exciting nighttime 5K through Disney’s Animal Kingdom includes obstacles throughout the course and is followed by a scavenger hunt making it the ultimate adventure. Disney Parks Blog Weekly Recap by Thomas Smith: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog View the full article