A Rollins College historian, in a guest column, tells how Disney’s unique form of local government and the sheer size of its property affected the growth and progress of Orlando and Central Florida.
What’s your first Disney World memory? Readers respond
After 50 years, our readers still remember the peace of the Swan Boats, the magic of “it’s a small world” and the surprise of being cast as Disney World’s first Mary Poppins.
Buddy Dyer: From E-tickets to amphitheaters, Disney has shaped Orlando | Commentary
In a guest column for Disney World’s 50th anniversary, the mayor of Orlando remembers his favorite Disney attractions as a youngster and salutes the continued growth of the relationship between the city and the theme park.