Cypress Gardens News

Lots of buzz about the possibility of Legoland coming to Central Florida. It all spins out of a survey of local folks' interest and reports ofpotential locations: First the old Florida Splendid China site, then talk of near Cypress Gardens down in Polk County or near Old Town in Kissimmee.

Published: Thursday, July 2, 2009 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. Break out the blankets and lawn chairs because the Fourth of July festivities will be a blast this weekend.

The blogoshpere is abuzz over the possibility of a new theme park coming to Central Florida, FLORIDA TODAY news partner WKMG Local 6 reports.

Among rampant rumors that Legoland is looking to come to Orlando, a spokeswoman confirmed to WESH 2 News Monday morning that the company is planning to build a second them park in the U.S. and is strongly considering Florida.

Published: Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 1:08 a.m. Last Modified: Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 1:08 a.m. LAKELAND The New Year brought Jessica Hammond a new start.

The thing we probably will remember most about Ed McMahon is the hardy laugh. He was everybody's favorite uncle, the perfect pitchman, the best sidekick in show business, an all-around nice guy.

Knights of Columbus Council 7091 of Cypress Gardens has announced recipients of its May service awards and completed the distribution of $5,400 in proceeds from its 2009 Tootsie Roll drive to three Polk County charitable organizations.

I'm all about keeping Central Florida as the premier theme park vacation destination in the world.

NWS slowly canceling the Severe Thunderstorm Watch from north to south. 4:23 p.m. - Severe T-Storm moving southward through Hillsborough County.

Published: Thursday, June 11, 2009 at 10:02 p.m. Last Modified: Thursday, June 11, 2009 at 10:02 p.m. WINTER HAVEN Putting a convenience store, auto dealership or building supply store on land near Cypress Gardens and Splash Island Water Park would not fit with the more upscale businesses that have been attracted to the area, according to Winter ...

The southwest corner of U.S. Highway 17 and Havendale Boulevard has been rezoned to allow for a variety of uses, even residential.

Three charities serving Polk County children with special needs have been selected by Knights of Columbus Council 7091 of Cypress Gardens to share $5,400 in charitable funds raised through the council's 2009 Tootsie Roll Drive, bi-weekly charity bingo and a generous contribution from Wal-Mart. Knights of Columbus Council 7091 Charity Chairman Bob ...

Published: Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 1:11 a.m. Each Winter, Polk County sees a surge of visitors escaping the frigid northern states to enjoy some warm, Florida sunshine.

Published: Friday, May 29, 2009 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, May 29, 2009 at 1:39 a.m. A few years ago, I went fishing at night with a friend of mine, Charlie Schmeiser, in the canals around Cypress Gardens, back when that was still allowed.

"Into the Woods We Go" is a children's interactive exhibit at the Lake Wales Art Center.

Seven area attractions, including Dinosaur World, an Interstate 4 landmark known for its eye-catching dinosaur replicas, are "tourist stop" nominees in the 2009 Nickelodeon's Parents' Picks Awards, an online resource for families.

Published: Sunday, May 10, 2009 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Saturday, May 9, 2009 at 12:02 a.m. Inside a small downtown Gainesville storefront with bars in the windows and signs advertising gold and silver teeth plates, Lisa Brabham custom makes 'bling' pendants and the form-fitted plates amid a collection of bells and stuffed animals riding ...

Published: Friday, May 1, 2009 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, May 1, 2009 at 1:13 a.m. There were 43 people who called Ron's Tackle Box last week, and none of the callers were able to identify Lake Blue.

Knights of Columbus Council 7091 of Cypress Gardens has announced the winners of its awards for outstanding service for the month of March.

Going to college is a major part of the American dream, but getting admitted and enrolled is just the first part of the story.