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Feed the Need Florida, Founded by 4 Rivers Creator, Donates Meals to Unemployed Arts Workers

June 5, 2020

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Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With Central Florida’s theme parks beginning to open in the coming weeks, many furloughed employees will hopefully return to work. But for those still in need, Feed the Need Florida is here to help. The organization, founded by 4 Rivers Restaurant Group creator John Rivers, has set up a meal distribution system for members of … Read more

Orange County’s Tourist Development Tax Revenues for April Suffer 97% Decrease From Year Prior Due To COVID-19 Shutdown

June 5, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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While Florida’s theme parks begin to reopen following their months-long closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re now starting to see the economic impact that the closure had. WFTV reporter Deanna Allbrittin posted on Twitter that Orange County only collected $765,900 in Tourist Development Tax revenues for the month of April, a 97% decrease from … Read more

Walt Disney World Extends Ticket Expiration Dates Impacted by Closure to September 26, 2021

June 4, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Guests with tickets impacted by Walt Disney World’s months-long closure of the parks now have more time to use them. The resort has quietly updated its Travel Information page, announcing that multi-day and date-specific park tickets that were scheduled to expire during the closure period have now been automatically extended through September 26th, 2021. The … Read more

City Works Eatery & Pour House to Reopen at Disney Springs on June 10

June 3, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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The next restaurant at Disney Springs is warming up and about to take the stage. WDWNT has learned that City Works Eatery & Pour House will reopen to guests beginning Wednesday, June 10th. The restaurant, known for its rock and roll-themed dishes and wide variety of beers, closed with all Disney Springs offerings back in … Read more

Advanced Reservations Now Available for Select Disney Springs Restaurants Through My Disney Experience

June 3, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With more shops and restaurants reopening, Disney Springs quietly took another step towards normalcy overnight. Added to the advisories on Walt Disney World’s website was this statement: “Select dining locations at Disney Springs are currently accepting reservations.” Previously, all reservations for Disney Springs restaurants were cancelled through the month of June, but six restaurants are … Read more

Pearl Factory Permanently Closing at Disney Springs

June 2, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With many shops and restaurants reopening at Disney Springs in the last few weeks, it looks like one kiosk has closed its doors permanently. WDWMagic is reporting that the Pearl Factory kiosk, located in the Marketplace section, will not reopen. It has been shuttered since Disney Springs closed back in March. No hours are currently … Read more

PHOTOS: Aerial Construction Photos Show Super Nintendo World Nearing Completion at Universal Studios Japan

June 2, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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A new aerial photo shows that Universal Studios Japan is getting close to being able to “press start” on Super Nintendo World. A new aerial photo from Instagram user @imaiko02 shows the new land rapidly nearing completion. If you look towards the top of the land, you can see the ride vehicles for the Yoshi-themed … Read more

NBA Reportedly Considering Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House to Host Players for Resumed Season

June 2, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House could soon say “Jambo!” to the athletes of the NBA as they prepare to resume their season. According to DVCNews.com, all rooms at Jambo House are unavailable on Disney Vacation Club’s reservation site through the end of the year, while all other DVC resorts have availability beginning June … Read more

Universal Studios Hollywood Reportedly Plans to Reopen in July, CityWalk as Early as Next Week

June 1, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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It may be “lights, camera, action” for Universal Studios Hollywood next month, with CityWalk opening as soon as next week, according to a team member union statement. In a statement to union cast members, IATSE Local B-192 President Nicole Miller reports that representatives for the park are “hopeful” that they will be able to reopen … Read more

Disney Takes A Stand Against Racism Across Social Media Channels in Light of Protests

May 31, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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As protests continue across the United States following the killing of George Floyd, The Walt Disney Company has posted a statement across the social media channels of its various brands. The statement reads: We stand against racism. We stand for inclusion. We stand with our fellow Black employees, storytellers, creators and the entire Black community. … Read more

Get to Better Know the Reedy Creek Improvement District in this Millennium Report from 2000

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With Walt Disney World still closed for the next month or so, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! If you ever wanted to know what the Reedy Creek Improvement District does at Walt Disney World, take a crash course with this Millennium Report from … Read more

Virgin Trains Brightline High-Speed Railway Lays Track to Orlando International Airport

May 30, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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South Florida residents are well on track to a high-speed rail to Orlando. Brightline, soon to be known as Virgin Trains, posted a photo of freshly-laid track leading to their future station at Orlando International Airport on Tuesday. Construction has continued on the line during the COVID-19 pandemic, with adjustments made to take precautions against … Read more

Take a Vintage Tour of The Happiest Place on Earth with this Summer 1957 Issue of “Disneyland Holiday”

May 30, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With Disney Parks around the world still closed, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! Thanks to WDWNT reader Don Jones, we’re able to share this look back at The Happiest Place on Earth with the Summer 1957 issue of “Disneyland Holiday!” Note: This article … Read more

Computer Coding Lessons Meet Disney Fun with “Disney Codeillusion”

May 30, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Are you looking to learn a new skill this summer? You can learn computer coding with beloved Disney characters with “Disney Codeillusion,” a new educational online game. Developed by Life is Tech!, “Disney Codeillusion” teaches coding that will help you develop webpages, games, and videos in programming languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Processing. Upon … Read more

NBA Board of Governors Expected to Approve Resuming Season in Orlando; Voting to Take Place Thursday

May 29, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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After a months-long suspension, it’s expected that the National Basketball Association’s Board of Governors will approve commissioner Adam Silver’s proposal to resume the season in Orlando, likely at Walt Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports complex. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the approval is expected to occur at a vote planned for Thursday. ESPN.com … Read more

Full-Time Walt Disney World Cast Members Given Option for Temporary Transfer to Return to Work Faster

May 29, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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As Walt Disney World begins the path back to reopening its parks, full-time cast members are being given an option that would help them return to work as soon as possible. According to a Facebook post by TCU Lodge 1908, full-time cast members are being offered a voluntary temporary transfer to another role at the … Read more

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