Sheriff Chitwood on preparing for busy Memorial Day weekend
FOX 35 caught up with Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood to see how his agency is preparing for Memorial Day weekend.
Inside peek at the Peeps factor on Easter Sunday
Easter is often associated with bright colors and sweet treats, something food manufacturer Just Born Quality Confections is quite familiar with. The company makes a variety of candies, including its classic popular holiday special: Peeps. Two billion Peeps are made per year.
Orlando hosts Easter egg hunt for the visually impaired
Hunting for Easter eggs doesn't have to be a challenge for children with blindness. Beeping eggs gave blind kids the chance to enjoy an annual Easter tradition. FOX 35's Matt Trezza talks to some of the parents of the children to learn what this means for them.
Central Florida grocery stores open on Easter: What we know
With the Easter holiday right around the corner, here's a list of grocery stores you can rely on to grab some last minute essentials the day of.
Easter weekend ideas in Orlando
Denise Spiegel, vice president of communications for Visit Orlando, joins FOX 35 to discuss ways to celebrate the Easter holiday weekend in Orlando.
Top Easter candy by state and other 2025 holiday trends, according to Google
From Peeps to chocolate eggs, here are the top Easter candy Google searches for 2025.
Which stores are open and closed on Easter?
Here’s a list of which stores will be open and closed on Easter this year.
Making Easter pastries at Valencia College
Chef Alex Erdmann, the Dean of the School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, gives FOX 35's Marley Capper a behind-the-scenes look at the art of pastry making ahead of the Easter holiday.
Easter wouldn’t be the same without Peeps—here’s how they’re made
Whether you love them or leave them, Peeps are one of Easter’s most iconic candies. Here’s how they’re made, how many are produced, and what goes into the sugary marshmallow treats.
Make it Monday: Easter brunch must-haves
On this segment of Make it Monday, we speak with Shanisty Ireland, an experienced lifestyle expert and content creator, about Easter brunch must-haves.
Egg shortage? Easter tradition gets a makeover with dyed potatoes
Easter is a holiday when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, but a few aspects of the celebration are linked to ancient religious traditions.
Chicago's Cinco de Mayo parade canceled over fear tied to Trump's immigration policies, organizers say
"There is nothing to celebrate." The annual Cinco de Mayo parade in Chicago has been called off over community concerns about immigration enforcement.
Hop into spring at the Easter Festival in Eustis
FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Eustis to check out the Easter Festival at Santa's Farm. The event runs multiple days in April and includes a multitude of festivities, such as Easter egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, activities and a petting zoo.
Full moon 2025: When April’s ‘Pink Moon’ will hit the sky
Wondering when to catch the next full moon? Here’s when the sky will be offering some prime viewing this month.
When did April Fools’ Day start? The confusing history of April 1
Wondering why April 1 is all about jokes and hoaxes? Here’s a deep dive into the strange history and uncertain origins of April Fools’ Day, from calendar mix-ups to medieval pranks.
Free doughnuts offered at Krispy Kreme on St. Patrick's Day: How to get one
Krispy Kreme fans can get a free O’riginal Glazed Doughnut on Monday, March 17, and no purchase is necessary. Here's what to know.
St. Patrick's Day events in Central Florida: Here's how you can attend
With St. Patrick's Day right around the corner, here's everything you need to know to celebrate the holiday in Irish-style across Central Florida.
Best cities for St. Patrick's Day celebrations? Analysis ranks top US spots
St. Patrick’s Day is a major U.S. celebration, with Americans projected to spend $7.2 billion this year.
Some Mardi Gras 2025 celebrations canceled in Louisiana due to severe weather
Mardi Gras festivities were underway early Tuesday in New Orleans despite a forecast of severe weather expected later in the day.
What's open and closed on Presidents' Day 2025
Here's what is open and closed on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 17 - the day the nation commemorates all U.S. presidents, past and present.