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Friday, April 17, 2026 · Florida
Ulta Beauty World Transforms Orlando into Beauty Epicenter
Orlando's Orange County Convention Center hosts Ulta Beauty World 2026 today, drawing beauty enthusiasts with 200+ brands and exclusive perks. The one-day expo promises immersive experiences, expert panels and swag bags worth over $2,000. Florida's tourism and beauty scenes get a major boost from this New York-style glamour invasion.
Florida Florists Brace for Mother's Day Crunch: Tariffs, Shortages Drive Up Prices
As Mother's Day approaches, Florida florists are facing a perfect storm of supply chain disruptions and tariff-driven cost increases that are forcing them to make difficult decisions about inventory and pricing. North Florida growers, who supply decorative plants to shops across the state, are contending with deeper shortages than in previous years. Consumers shopping for arrangements should expect to pay significantly more and act fast—prices for popular flowers like pink roses are climbing as the holiday nears.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Muppets Revamp Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Orlando's Hollywood Studios
The high-octane Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Orlando roars back May 26 with Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem leading a Muppet-fueled makeover. Replacing Aerosmith's rock anthems, the ride plunges guests into a chaotic VIP tour turned wild limo dash to a Muppets concert. Florida theme park fans gear up for inverted loops synced to fresh tracks like Blur's 'Song 2.'
Friday, April 17, 2026
Nearly 905K Florida Renters Priced Out as Affordability Crisis Deepens
A comprehensive University of Florida study reveals Florida has become the worst state for renters, with nearly 905,000 low-income households spending more than 40% of their income on rent. Despite adding over 240,000 multifamily units since 2019, the state's explosive population growth has outpaced affordable housing supply, leaving workers, seniors, and families struggling to find stable homes.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Disney Resurrects Iconic Sorcerer Hat at Orlando's Hollywood Studios
Nearly 15 years after removing its most recognizable symbol, Disney has installed a reimagined Sorcerer Hat at Hollywood Studios in Orlando as part of a sweeping transformation of Animation Courtyard into Walt Disney Studios Courtyard. The scaled-down blue hat, inspired by the 1940 animated classic "Fantasia," marks the return of a beloved landmark that defined the park's identity for more than a decade.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Miami International Fine Arts (MIFA) Presents 'TIMELESS' Featuring Carlos Cartagena
Miami International Fine Arts (MIFA) proudly presents 'TIMELESS,' a new exhibition opening April 17, 2026, featuring the profound works of celebrated artist Carlos Cartagena.
Friday, April 17, 2026