Jacob deGrom sees Rangers' vision for future, not past
ARLINGTON, Texas — (AP) — Two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom sees the vision of what the Texas Rangers want to do, not their streak of six consecutive losing seasons and being more than a decade removed from their only World Series appearances. “The Rangers did a great job with constant communication and making me feel like they really wanted me here," deGrom said Thursday during his introduction in Texas. “They showed a ton of interest right at the start, and the feelings were mutual," deGrom said. “Last year’s was a weird injury, but finished the year strong and the goal’s to go out there and take the ball every fifth day for the Texas Rangers,” he said. He gets $30 million next year, $40 million in 2024 and 2025, $38 million in 2026 and $37 million in 2027.
wftv.comdeGrom sees Rangers' vision for future, not loss-heavy past
ARLINGTON, Texas — (AP) — Two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom sees the vision of what the Texas Rangers want to do, not their streak of six consecutive losing seasons and being more than a decade removed from their only World Series appearances. “The Rangers did a great job with constant communication and making me feel like they really wanted me here," deGrom said Thursday during his introduction in Texas. “They showed a ton of interest right at the start, and the feelings were mutual," deGrom said. “Last year’s was a weird injury, but finished the year strong and the goal’s to go out there and take the ball every fifth day for the Texas Rangers,” he said. He gets $30 million next year, $40 million in 2024 and 2025, $38 million in 2026 and $37 million in 2027.
wftv.comWalt Disney World Resort ushers in holiday season with new decorations
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Halloween festivities have ended at Walt Disney World Resort, making room for the holiday season to begin. Workers transformed the Magic Kingdom park into a winter wonderland Wednesday with holiday magic. Photos: Walt Disney World Resort ushers in holiday season with new decorationsExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 19 Walt Disney World Resort ushers in holiday season with new decorations Wondrous décor brings holiday cheer to Magic Kingdom Park on Nov. 2 and kicks off the multi-day transformation at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Courtney Kiefer) (Courtney Kiefer/Courtney Kiefer)It was the first day of a multiday transformation across the four theme parks and over 30 hotels. Read: Here’s when Blizzard Beach reopens at Disney WorldThe Magic Kingdom holiday decorations will include the following:- Snow each night on Main Street, U.S.A.- Decorated shop windows. See this video below about future Disney attractions:Video: ‘Tron,’ ‘Moana’ and ‘Zootopia’: D23 Expo details new attractions coming to Walt Disney World Disney officials shared details over the weekend about new attractions coming to Walt Disney World.
wftv.comAfter nearly 1 year on the run, New York fugitive was spotted and arrested at Disney World
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — After about a year on the run, a fugitive from Brooklyn, New York, was arrested last month after he was spotted at Disney World. >> Read more trending newsAccording to NBC News, Jeff Andre, a federal officer with the United States Postal Inspection Service, was vacationing Oct. 20 at Disney World when he spotted Quashon Burton, 32. According to WABC, Burton reportedly has a distinctive “H” tattoo on his neck that Andre recognized. Andre reported Burton to Disney World security. Burton was found with two family members at a bus stop in Disney World.
wftv.comDisney CEO Bob Chapek weighs in on reservation system, Parental Rights in Education bill
Disney CEO Bob Chapek said Wednesday that he expects the Walt Disney Company to continue to evolve by creating opportunities, focus on customized storytelling, build transformative moments and take bold risks to move forward in the marketplace.
A family of five on a surprise visit to Disney World said they were left 'stuck in the hotel room all day' after their truck was stolen along with a car seat, iPads and Apple watches
"I've had a lot of people on Facebook, where I put the post, say that the same thing has happened to them," Cassidy McClendon told a local news station.
news.yahoo.comBeautiful, dry Saturday with temps heading back into the 80s
ORLANDO, Fla. — After a cool start to the day, temperatures will warm up nicely on Saturday, reaching the low 80s in most locations. We will see dry conditions throughout the day. Read: Passholders file lawsuit against Disney World over park reservation systemThe dry weather will stick around over the next several days as a lack of cold fronts will keep the rain away. Read: Local election fraud defendant’s lawyer says motion to dismiss will be filed soonTemperatures will also slowly rise, with highs in the low-to-mid 80s on Sunday. Read: Federal appeals court temporarily blocks President Biden’s student debt relief planChief meteorologist Tom TerryClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.comChange in title with men working at Disney dress-up shops
Disney World-Encanto FILE - Performers dressed as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck entertain visitors at Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, on April 18, 2022. Character performers portraying Mirabel, the star of the animated hit Disney film, “Encanto,” made their debut on Sunday, June 26, 2022 at Walt Disney World in Florida. That is because men are going to work at the shops for the first time. The decision to allow men to work at the shops was made before the pandemic but hadn’t been implemented before the closures. The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique shops at Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California are scheduled to reopen at the end of August after being closed for two years, according to a Disney blog post.
wftv.comMore inclusive titles for workers at Disney dress-up shops
Disney World-Encanto FILE - Performers dressed as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck entertain visitors at Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, on April 18, 2022. Character performers portraying Mirabel, the star of the animated hit Disney film, “Encanto,” made their debut on Sunday, June 26, 2022 at Walt Disney World in Florida. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey) (Ted Shaffrey)When Disney reopens its Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique shops at resorts in Florida and California next month, the workers who help children dress up as their favorite animated characters will have new, more gender inclusive titles. The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique shops at Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California are scheduled to reopen at the end of August after being closed for two years, according to a Disney blogpost. Workers at the shops provide hairstyling, makeup, costumes and accessories to help children between ages 3 and 12 transform into their favorite characters.
wftv.comVideo shows a mass brawl between 2 families visiting Disney World after a queue dispute at Magic Kingdom, say reports
Men and women from two families brawled at Florida's Disney World. One person was hospitalized, and three were arrested, said the Orange County Sheriff's Office, Orlando.
news.yahoo.comDisney resort alleged rape: Florida man seen on security camera forcing himself on woman by hotel bar: police
A man from Florida is charged with raping a woman near the bar at Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort the night after security had to separate him and his wife after a fight at the hotel.
news.yahoo.comSplash Mountain to be renamed, “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” in 2024 — KnightNews.com
The classic log flume water ride, “Splash Mountain” will be approaching its final days as it receives a “Princess and the Frog” makeover which will be called “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” when it opens in late 2024 at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Carmen Smith, Disney senior vice president of Creative Development says “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” will not be a retelling of the 2009 animated film “Princess and the Frog” but will act as a sequel of sorts taking place right after the original film ends. Advertisement“Picking up where the film left off, guests will join Princess Tiana, Naveen and jazz-loving alligator Louis on an adventure through the bayou as they prepare to host a one-of-a-kind Mardi Gras celebration where everyone is welcome,” Smith said. The decision to change the beloved “Splash Mountain” that has been open since 1992, came from Disney CEO Bob Chapek who said he believes the “Zippity Doo Dah” attraction based on the controversial film, “Song of the South” didn’t belong in Disney parks anymore. “The Splash Mountain attraction was originally based on ‘Song of the South,’ and we are eager to create an entirely new experiences that is more inclusive and inspirational for all guests.”“Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” will replace both Splash Mountain attractions in Disneyland and Disney World and will open in late 2024.
knightnews.comFirst Reedy Creek lawsuit against DeSantis filed, but some question its strength
VIDEO: First Reedy Creek lawsuit against DeSantis filed, but some question its strength First Reedy Creek lawsuit against DeSantis filed, but some question its strengthORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — As expected, it didn’t take long for the first lawsuit to be filed against the Florida state government over its handling of Disney World’s special tax district, Reedy Creek. The case, titled Foronda v. DeSantis, challenges the grounds that the governor and his allies used to order the dissolution of Reedy Creek in June 2023. They also say DeSantis violated Florida’s Taxpayer Bill of Rights by dumping Reedy Creek’s bond debt on property owners’ laps, potentially sending their payments up by 25% once the Reedy Creek law takes effect, as Tax Collector Scott Randolph suggested. However, the spokesman repeated a prior statement that the governor had a plan to ensure taxpayers weren’t negatively impacted by the status of Reedy Creek. Sanchez’ lawsuit is expected to be one of several.
wftv.comIn fashion: Dapper Day outings return to Disney World this weekend
VIDEO: In fashion: Dapper Day outings return to Disney World this weekend In fashion: Dapper Day outings return to Disney World this weekendLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The most magical place on Earth is going to look even more refined this weekend. Dapper Day outings return Saturday and Sunday for another sophisticated good time. “It’s all about being at the park and showing off your own unique sense of style,” said Chloé Ferreira, Dapper Day producer. Ferreira said Dapper Day has already expanded Dapper Day outings in Southern California to include non-Disney sites such as museums, and the company looks to do the same in Central Florida. Florida lawmakers vote to strip Disney’s self-government The Florida House of Representatives has voted to strip Walt Disney World of its special designation.
wftv.comNew Orlando clinic helping identify, support children with fetal alcohol syndrome
ORLANDO, Fla. — A first of its kind clinic in Central Florida is helping diagnose what doctors consider an ‘invisible disability’ at birth, impacting as many as one in 20 children. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome occurs when a woman drinks too much during pregnancy, and it can lead to lifelong cognitive and behavioral issues. Only 9 Investigates went inside the new clinic and learned, oftentimes, those issues don’t become obvious until years after a child is born. In an office off Gore Street near downtown Orlando, a simple conversation about stars is helping 5-year-old Dayton Dodson’s family identify strengths and weaknesses in his speech. So we explored the family history a little bit further, and found out that there was fetal alcohol exposure,” Dodson said.
wftv.comEnvironmental group to fight state agency’s approval of toll road through Split Oak Forest
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — The Split Oak Forest currently offers 1,700 acres of tranquility, but it may not be that way for long. The Central Florida Expressway Authority wants to extend Osceola Parkway more than a mile across the southwest corner of the forest. In Tallahassee on Wednesday, the Florida Communities Trust Governing Board decided that the Osceola Parkway could, in fact, go through the forest. In December 2019, Orange County approved an $800 million toll road to go through the forest. Officials with the environmental group Friends of Split Oak said they will sue forwhat was not only promised, but was also decided on by voters.
wftv.comOviedo leaders look to the future with emphasis on traffic and growth
OVEIDO, Fla. — The City of Oviedo has grown leaps and bounds in the last decade, adding nearly 10,000 residents. Ingrid Bryant has lived in Oviedo since 1959 and said the once quiet farming town has outgrown its current capacity. Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek said the plan focuses future development in three core areas of the city: Oviedo on the park, the water tower district, and the area around the Oviedo mall. City leaders said even a 10% reduction would cut down on the congestion. More information about the City of Oviedo comprehensive plan can be found here.
wftv.comIce cream shop known for ‘innovative, taste-provoking’ flavors to open at Disney Springs this month
BAY LAKE, Fla. — A family-run ice cream company known for its “innovative and taste-provoking” flavors will be opening in Disney Springs at the end of the month. Salt & Straw is bringing its small-batch ice cream to Disney World after the successful opening at Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. READ: ‘We had to revitalize it’: Iconic swan boats will return to Lake Eola after updates to dockThe first 100 customers will receive a free scoop of ice cream on opening day. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new scoop shop on opening day. To learn more about the ice cream shop, click here.
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