Severance pledge uncertain as Tupperware announces layoffs
Almost 160 severance agreements for Tupperware employees laid off from the firm’s Hemingway, South Carolina, plant over the summer are being scrutinized.
Luxury cigar bar and wine shop to fill niche in growing Winter Garden community
62 Cigar Bar and Social Club and Regency Wine and Spirits Marketplace are expected to open in the outskirts of Winter Garden in about 11 months. Once they open, the businesses expect to employ between 30 and 40 people.
Tupperware to close its headquarters, lay off 145 employees
Tupperware Brands Corp. will terminate operations at its Orlando headquarters, permanently close the facility at 14901 S. Orange Blossom Trail and lay off 145 employees effective Dec. 31.
West Coast pizza chain to break into Orlando
Mountain Mike’s Pizza is expanding to Florida with a 10-unit development deal.
Businesses weigh impact of downtown Orlando curfew
Local businesses and the nightlife industry are grappling with the economic impact after Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer imposed a seven-day emergency curfew.
Disney property hotels announce $275M renovation, expansion
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels are undergoing a major renovation and expansion, the largest in the property's history.
Epic Universe sparks hotel development surge
The decisions by Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World to make major capital investments — such as Universal's upcoming Epic Universe theme park and Disney's plans to spend $17 billion here — are prompting area hotel owners to reinvest, too.
Tupperware navigates legal maze to finalize sale
A handful of administrative hurdles remain before the iconic container company Tupperware officially can change hands.
Orlando HQ powers Jeff's Bagel Run's rapid franchise spread
Jeff's Bagel Run, born and raised in Central Florida, just signed a deal with three more franchisees for six new stores, half of them to be built here.
Richard Branson joins local space tourism startup
Titusville-based Space Perspective has secured an investment from Virgin Group co-founder Sir Richard Branson.
Former Skyplex site on I-Drive put on market
Skyplex Ownership LLC is offering tan International Drive commercial property for sale or lease.
Epic Universe theme park announces opening date
Universal Orlando will open Epic Universe park May 22, 2025, ahead of Memorial Day. The first tickets for the park go on sale Oct. 22, according to a news release.
Downtown Orlando to get Live Nation concert venue at Westcourt
Live Nation, the world's largest live entertainment organization, will open a new concert venue at the Westcourt mixed-use project in downtown Orlando.
Cecil's Texas Style Bar-B-Q in-and-out service
Cecil’s has been serving authentic Texas barbecue to Orlando diners since 1992. At Cecil’s, you order at the counter, where the meats are hand carved.
40-ounce beef tomahawks and artisanal cocktails at new Orlando restaurant
A fine-dining concept will open Oct. 23 on the second floor of Mango’s Tropical Café at 8126 International Drive.
Ch. 11 move by Balzola firms stalls $62.5M Bahama Bay foreclosure
Ch. 11 move by Balzola firms stalls $62.5M Bahama Bay foreclosure - Balzola’s firms allegedly owe CRE Credit Fund IV Financing III LLC $62.5 million.
Disney lost $547M to hurricanes. Here's the calculation.
Closures at Disney due to storms date back to 1999 and the losses aren't small.
High-tech installation to give students competitive advantage
Full Sail University in Winter Park has introduced a cutting-edge Dolby Atmos-enabled classroom.
Podcast: Orlando’s restaurant scene
Rising costs and economic pressures are causing challenges for restaurants in Central Florida, with some forced to close or seek Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Don Julio restaurant chain expands to Sanford
Don Julio Restaurant Group will open a Don Julio Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar in Sanford in 2025.