Ron DeSantis proposes state takeover of Disney World district
Gov. Ron DeSantis is proposing that the state take control of the governmental district covering Walt Disney World.
Lawsuit challenging dissolution of Disney World’s Reedy Creek district is dismissed
A federal judge said three Florida residents failed to show how they'd be harmed if the district is eliminated.
Florida residents sue DeSantis for dissolving Disney World’s Reedy Creek district
The lawsuit alleges that DeSantis violated state law and the First Amendment, all to punish Disney.
DeSantis signs bills targeting Disney in response to company’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ opposition
The law sets a June 2023 termination date for the Reedy Creek Improvement District that governs Disney World property.
Disney World’s Reedy Creek district targeted by Florida legislators in special session
The move is a significant escalation of Florida Republicans' battle with Disney over the "Don't Say Gay" law.
Park notes: Why Orlando tourist taxes don’t go to roads / Star Tours update / Epcot entrance
In 2018, $277 million was generated in Orange County by a 6 percent tax on hotel rooms. Most of that revenue will go to Visit Orlando, a nonprofit group to promote the tourism industry in Orlando — including major theme parks like Disney World and Universal Orlando.
Park notes: Skyliner safety concerns / Disney Springs hotel perks / New Allegiant routes
Members of the firefighters union at Walt Disney World say the Disney Skyliner accident this past weekend shows why they need more personnel to cover the growing resort.
Report: 3 Disney World guests taken to hospital after Skyliner accident
According to Spectrum News 13, three guests who were evacuated from the Skyliner — including two from the same gondola — were taken to a hospital.
Disney buys 1500 acres in Osceola County
A Disney subsidiary has purchased 1,575 acres in Osceola County for $11 million, though the land will likely be for conservation rather than any expansion of Disney attractions in Central Florida.
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