DeSantis' new Disney World board hints at future controversy
The first meeting of the new board of Walt Disney World’s government — overhauled by sweeping legislation signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis as an apparent punishment for Disney publicly challenging Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill — dealt with the rote affairs any other municipal government handles.
‘Not Going to Read That’: White House Press Secretary Brushes Off DeSantis Op-Ed
Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated she had no "plan" to read Governor Ron DeSantis's (R., Fl.) opinion piece in which he defended recent legislation removing Disney's favorable tax status in Florida.
news.yahoo.comDeSantis takes over Disney district, punishing company
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill that gives him control of Walt Disney World's self-governing district, punishing the company over its opposition to the so-called “Don't Say Gay” law. The bill requires DeSantis, a Republican, to appoint a five-member board to oversee the government services that the Disney district provides in its sprawling theme park properties in Florida. The signing came as DeSantis gears up for an expected presidential run and marks a high-profile legislative victory for a governor whose leveraging of cultural and political divides has pushed him to the fore of national Republican politics.
news.yahoo.comDisney World unions vote down offer covering 45,000 workers
Union members voted down a contract proposal covering tens of thousands of Walt Disney World service workers, saying it didn’t go far enough toward helping employees face cost-of-living hikes in housing and other expenses in central Florida.
TELL US: Will the increase in Disney World ticket prices prevent you from visiting?
Walt Disney World will cost you more in 2023. Prices on most tickets, including single-day, multi-day and annual passes will go up on December 8. The company had just hiked up ticket prices in February. This is the second time in a calendar year that going to Disney parks cost you more.
4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World
The resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.
Dream Big! Disney on Ice returns to Jax
Disney on Ice returns to Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena for a weekend full of fun for the entire family. See some of your favorite characters from your favorite Disney movies skating to stories people have loved for decades. There are multiple shows running throughout the weekend.