@RichOBJ

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Tourism reporter @PTolleyOBJ got her hands on @boringcompany’s bid documents for the @UniversalORL transit system. Real interesting stuff that lays out some of what to expect. (Great job, PT! 👏)
Orlando Business Journal@OBJUpdateFeb 13
The Boring Company submitted its bid in October, proposing tunnel infrastructure similar to the Las Vegas loop. Here's what else the bid documents reveal. bizjournals.com/orlando/news…

Musk's Boring Co. bid documents reveal new details for Universal-area tunnel plan, but key points...

The Boring Co.'s proposal to build a tunnel-centric transit system connecting Universal Orlando's theme parks includes a timeline of roughly 18 months for permitting, design and construction,...

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FREE STORY: Dropping the paywall on this great find by @OBJUpdate's Patricia Tolley. Universal confirms future development work at one of its parks. @UniversalORL bizjournals.com/orlando/news…

Universal Orlando confirms construction plans within Islands of Adventure (FREE STORY)

Universal Orlando confirms construction at Islands of Adventure's Lost Continent, sparking rumors of a potential "Legend of Zelda" themed area.

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Scott Gustin
@ScottGustin11 Jul 2025
Orlando business leaders tell @OBJUpdate Universal Orlando may be looking to partner with Elon Musk’s Boring Co. on a “Vegas Loop”-style tunnel along International Drive.
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So this chatter amongst key I-Drive players is interesting.
Orlando Business Journal@OBJUpdate10 Jul 2025
Business leaders across Orlando’s tourist district have said the next step in transforming transportation here may involve Universal working with Elon Musk. Click for details. bizjournals.com/orlando/news…

Universal rumored to be in talks with Elon Musk’s Boring Co.

Rumors swirl of a partnership between Universal Orlando and Elon Musk's Boring Co. to build a Vegas-style loop system in the I-Drive area.

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BACK-TO-BACK STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS!
Navy background graphic. From left to right, cutouts of: Matthew Tkachuk, the Stanley Cup, and Aleksander Barkov Sam Reinhart, Sam Bennett Carter Verhaeghe, Gustav Forsling, Sergei Bobrovsky, Anton Lundell, Brad Marchand, and Aaron Ekblad Evan Rodrigues, Jesper Boqvist, Nate Schmidt, Niko Mikkola, Jonah Gadjovich, and Eetu Luostarinen In beige font: “2025 Stanley Cup” and in large red font: “Champions” Underneath, from left to right, cutouts of: Jaycob Megna, Mackie Samoskevich, Tomas Nosek, Dmitry Kulikov, Seth Jones, A.J. Greer, Uvis Balinskis, Vitek Vanecek, and Nico Sturm 
The 2025 Stanley Cup Champions logo is at the bottom.

ALT Navy background graphic. From left to right, cutouts of: Matthew Tkachuk, the Stanley Cup, and Aleksander Barkov Sam Reinhart, Sam Bennett Carter Verhaeghe, Gustav Forsling, Sergei Bobrovsky, Anton Lundell, Brad Marchand, and Aaron Ekblad Evan Rodrigues, Jesper Boqvist, Nate Schmidt, Niko Mikkola, Jonah Gadjovich, and Eetu Luostarinen In beige font: “2025 Stanley Cup” and in large red font: “Champions” Underneath, from left to right, cutouts of: Jaycob Megna, Mackie Samoskevich, Tomas Nosek, Dmitry Kulikov, Seth Jones, A.J. Greer, Uvis Balinskis, Vitek Vanecek, and Nico Sturm 
The 2025 Stanley Cup Champions logo is at the bottom.

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Almost there Cats.
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Just a few choice photos from my visit to @UniversalORL #EpicUniverse yesterday. Didn’t get to try many rides due to wait (Ministry ride was great tho), but to see it in real life after covering it for years was surreal as always. To those visiting today, enjoy and hydrate!
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I get this is like first-world complaints, but I’ve been in Battle at the Ministry’s queue for over an hour. This may be the slowest moving line I’ve ever been in. Not sure what’s up. @UniversalORL #EpicUniverse
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First post in a while, but it had to be that I am back on the beat for today at @UniversalORL #EpicUniverse. Crazy to be here after writing about the concept years ago. (Photo from inside the Atlantic in Celestial Park.)
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Congrats to the @orlvalkyries!
Orlando Valkyries@orlvalkyries11 May 2025
VIVA LAS VALKS‼️ 2025 PVF CHAMPS
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FOR THE FIRST TIME, THE ORLANDO PRIDE ARE NWSL CHAMPIONS 🏆 History made, dreams realized 🔥 Congratulations on an unforgettable season! #NWSLChampionship
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There can be only one (yet again).
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The envisioned Skyplex land is looking for a new player. The owner is accepting bids with proposals for what developers might do with the land. bizjournals.com/orlando/news…

Exclusive: Former Skyplex site on I-Drive put on market — with a catch

The owner of the six-parcel site, once intended to be a tower rollercoaster attraction, is taking proposals from potential buyers.

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Universal Epic Universe opens May 22, 2025 at Universal Orlando Resort. Select multi-day tickets and packages will go on sale October 22. Bookings for Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, will also be made available. Learn more: spr.ly/6010qn57C
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Our theme park universe is getting bigger next May. Here’s the exact Epic Universe opening date and ticket info. bizj.us/1qmazu

Universal's Epic Universe theme park announces opening date, tickets and more

Universal has announced Epic Universe's opening date and details about ticket sales. Here's what else we know about the park, from attractions to hospitality to technology.

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It's going to be a fun day for a lot of people I know.
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GM, all! Hope you all woke up alright. Be sure to be safe out there as there may still be debris or hidden hazards.
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My kids do not understand that hurricane snack food is for during/post the hurricane.
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Charge On.
UCF Football
@UCF_Football15 Sep 2024
Gave 'em hell. 3-0
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Starting this @UniversalORL #UOAP Night with a cold beverage.
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