JoJo’s ShakeBAR bringing decadent desserts, cocktails to Pointe Orlando
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — There’s something sweet coming to Pointe Orlando. JoJo’s ShakeBAR is set to host its grand opening weekend March 18 and 19. Officials say the bar will serve up ‘80s and ‘90s nostalgia, diner fare, hand-crafted cocktails, decadent desserts, and over-the-top “Biggie Shakes.”Reservations are now available on OpenTable for Saturday and Sunday Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight and Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.Read: Iconic Disney Parks treat heading to grocery storesClick 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. ©2023 Cox Media Group
wftv.comJoJo’s ShakeBAR to open Orlando restaurant this month
A new restaurant and bar will be heading to Orlando later this month. Chicago-based JoJo’s ShakeBAR will arrive at the Pointe Orlando on International Drive on Saturday, March 18 and Sunday, March 19. Read: Jack in the Box: Popular California burger chain to open Orlando locationsThe diner will also feature iconic Central Florida attractions and famous people with a custom mural on the wall. See a gallery of Jimmy Hula’s that will open in New Smyrna Beach:Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Jimmy Hula’s set to open new restaurant in Central Florida Jimmy Hula’s will add its tenth Florida location in New Smyrna Beach on March 1. (Jimmy Hula's New Smyrna Beach /Jimmy Hula's New Smyrna Beach)Click 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.comOrange County career fair, walk supports students, raises over 67K
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Many students will have the chance to pursue their careers with some help from United Negro College Fund. Read: Orange County neighbors push for safer community after 62-year-old fatally shotThe UNCF Career Fair and Walk for Education took place Saturday morning at Blue Jacket Park. Read: SpaceX plans for another Falcon 9 launch attempt, here’s when you can look upAttendees learned about career and scholarship opportunities, played games and won prizes. The group raised over $67,000 to help send local students to college and help them while they pursue their goals. Click 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.comWatch: Raccoon chases woman, dog into home
ORLANDO, Fla. — Video posted this week on TikTok showed an aggressive raccoon chasing a woman and her dog into their home, prompting a call to animal services to evict the animal. >> Read more trending newsNykeria Clark told WSVN that she and her Yorkshire terrier noticed the raccoon in some trees as they were out for a walk. “I was basically in like a panic mode, so at that point, I tried to find whatever I could find,” Clark told WSVN. She told WSVN that Jojo wasn’t bitten by the raccoon, but that she took him to get a rabies shot that day as a precaution. The society recommends that anyone who makes contact with a wild animal such as a raccoon seek help from their animal control agency and health department.
wftv.comPJ Morton 1st artist in residence at Dillard University
Morton is the first artist in residence at a historically Black private university in New Orleans. Dillard University announced that Morton will teach master classes in songwriting, music publishing, studio production and talent management during the 2021-22 academic year. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)NEW ORLEANS – Grammy-winning musician PJ Morton is the first artist in residence at Dillard University, a historically Black private university in New Orleans. “I’m so excited to be partnering with Dillard University. His most recent project, “Gospel According to PJ,” is a Grammy nominee for this year’s best gospel album.
AP's top albums of 2020: Toni Braxton, Teyana Taylor, JoJo
This cover image released by Island Records shows "Spell My Name," by Toni Braxton. (Island via AP)NEW YORK – The top 10 albums of the year by Associated Press Music Editor Mesfin Fekadu (a playlist of the albums can be found here ):1. Toni Braxton, “Spell My Name": I can breathe again, thanks in part to the living legend Toni Braxton. Teyana Taylor, “The Album”: R&B princess Teyana Taylor boldly named her latest release “The Album" and she has reason to. JoJo, “good to know": Vocal beast JoJo pours all of her emotions on “good to know," making a superb album that's good to listen to now, and later.
And the Grammy nomination goes to ... Megan? Harry? Weeknd?
Others who may earn nominations include Lewis Capaldi, Summer Walker, Morgan Wallen, Doja Cat, BLACKPINK, Ingrid Andress, Snoh Aalegra, Skip Marley, Mickey Guyton and CNCO. Ricch should also earn nominations for his guest appearance on DaBaby’s international hit “Rock Star,” helping him become the show’s overall top nominee. ________FOLKS LOVE FOLKLORETaylor Swift’s last two albums, “Lover” and “reputation,” didn’t earn nominations for album of the year. The seven-member group’s hit “Dynamite” could snag a nomination for best pop duo/group performance, and their latest album could compete for best global music album. 3 on pop charts, should earn a nomination for best country performance and best country song.
Want to adopt a pet? Here are 6 cuddly canines to adopt now in Orlando
Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Betsy, Jack Russell terrierBetsy is a female Jack Russell terrier dog in the care of Endless Pawsibilities Animal Rescue. Mitsy, Staffordshire bull terrier and hound mixMitsy is an adorable female Staffordshire bull terrier and hound mix in the care of Endless Pawsibilities Animal Rescue. Here's what Mitsy's friends at Endless Pawsibilities Animal Rescue think of her:Mitsy is such a sweet soul. Jojo, American Staffordshire terrier and American bulldog mixJojo is an adorable female American Staffordshire terrier and American bulldog mix being kept at Endless Pawsibilities Animal Rescue.