Six-figure donation announced at huge simulation conference
Lockheed Martin has announced a donation of $315,000 to Rebuilding Together, a national nonprofit in safe and healthy housing. One of the programs to benefit is Veterans at Home.
Fashion incubator and Orlando agency team up for show
Shein decided to be the headline sponsor of the UTG show after Shein’s Corporate Communications Director Emily Workman learned of UTG at an event in Tampa.
New Space Florida CEO has far-reaching goal
The new leadership at Space Florida hopes the “Space Coast” branding owned by Brevard County will spread throughout the state — and that all of Florida will soon be recognized as the world’s primary spaceport.
These 3 eateries to open in the Orlando area in 2024
Here in Central Florida, we love our barbeque, bagels and coffee, so patrons are likely to flock to three new spots opening soon.
L3Harris in Melbourne gets funding for more ballistic missile testing
The contract funds the Trident II D5 Life Extension flight test program in conjunction with the Naval Ordinance Test Unit out of Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
IAP Worldwide Services wins $8.5M add-on to Navy contract
Cape Canaveral-based IAP Worldwide Services Inc. has landed an $8.5 million addition to an existing contract with the Navy that was awarded in 2017, boosting the total contract value to $55 million to date.
Tijuana Flats founder opens new Tex-Mex restaurant
“We’re getting back to our roots. Our vision is to create the simple, rich flavors of authentic Tex-Mex.”
Raytheon in Indialantic wins multimillion-dollar Navy contract
The contract is for a 20-month engagement, but if the Navy decides to exercise the additional 18-month option, the value of the contract will climb to $27,029,493.
Swanky champagne bar to open in Winter Park Village
The partners behind Flutes in Winter Park Village hope area residents will toast their milestones at the new champagne bar.
Miami taco franchise breaks into Orlando market
Rahim’s interest in the Talkin’ Tacos brand soon converted him into its first franchisee, and he leased the space in the SoDo area at Eco Plaza.
Charcuterie franchise Graze Craze opens in Lake County
Charcuterie means "preserved meat" and has been around for centuries. In 15th century France, shops that sold pork products were called charcuteries.
Here's what coming for themed entertainment in Orlando and beyond
“Something we see among the trends is a lot of technology in all aspects of the business from front of house to back of house. “
Simulation makes big showing at Orlando’s IAAPA Expo 2023
Immersive experiences are an ever more important part of the themed entertainment industry.
SeaWorld unveils new Penguin Trek ride vehicle at IAAPA 2023
The future ride vehicle resembles a snowmobile, as promised in earlier announcements.
First U.S. lunar landing mission since 1972
The lunar lander is called Peregrine, and it will be the primary cargo on the United Launch Alliance Vulcan Centaur V.
How launching cremated remains has grown into a booming business at Cape Canaveral
The memorial spaceflight launching on Dec. 24 will have two destinations: the moon and deep space.
Canaveral rocket set to launch lunar lander — and 'Star Trek' legends' remains — to the moon
The debut flight of United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur V — known as Certification-1 — has been scheduled for Dec. 24, Christmas Eve.
Lockheed, Northrop, Osceola County land $500M in new Orlando DoD contracts
The Department of Defense has contracted with businesses throughout the region for programs related to national security and war.
Tex-Mex chain Capital Tacos to open in Clermont
Upon opening, the Clermont location of Capital Tacos will introduce The Orange Carnitas Taco, a limited-time menu item. The dish is inspired by the orange groves that once grew in Clermont.
Louisiana-based Raising Cane's opens its first Orlando restaurant.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based Raising Cane’s opened its first Orlando eatery Nov. 7 in the Village at O-Town West.