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Walt Disney played a role in millions of childhoods. But who could have said that Uncle Walt sat on the edge of their bed and told a story about a wooden puppet who became a real boy? View the full article

"The world's fastest-growing watersport" comes to Downtown Disney's West Side on Oct. 18 and 19. The benefit for MD Anderson Cancer Center features boats with 20 team members paddling in unison to a drummer's beat. New teams are welcome, with no experience needed. The event, free for spectators, also offers a Walgreens Health and Wellness Village, plus an Asia Trend magazine Cultural Village with live performances Oct. 18. Competitors race on Village Lake and can relax in the Athlete's Village in Downtown Disney. Participating teams get exclusive deals on Disney Park Passes, special discounts on Disney Resorts and enjoy free shuttle service to and from the races. Rates start at $1,750 per team, which is less than $100 per person. To register or for more info, click here . View the full article

Every day, usually more than once, Curtis Doyle reminds his dad about the trip they're planning for next summer to Walt Disney World. It's an obvious source of excitement for Doyle, who is 27 years old and has severe autism. View the full article

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I have eaten more than my fair share of haggis growing up with a Scottish grandmother whose brogue was as thick as shortbread cookie batter. View the full article

With more than 260 chefs on deck, the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival opens Sept. 27 and celebrates 18 years of global indulgences along the World Showcase promenade. From now through Nov. 11, more than 300 international and domestic wines will be poured and more than 1.5 million tapas-sized portions of foods will be served at the festival. View the full article

Walt Disney World says it will begin stationing lifeguards at its largest hotel pools during all operating hours and then locking them down overnight, six months after a young boy drowned while a pool was unguarded. View the full article

The chief executive officer of The Walt Disney Co. said Tuesday the company's billion-dollar-plus MyMagic+ system will roll out to all Walt Disney World guests "fairly soon," though he stopped short of committing to a precise date. View the full article

Bob Iger, chairman and CEO of Walt Disney Co., elaborated on movie projects in an interview Tuesday with Fox Business Network. View the full article

The culinary team at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel is gearing up for the annual Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, Oct. 18-19. Back for its fourth year, the event presents an opportunity for novices to enthusiasts to savor food and wine stations, immerse themselves in food and wine education seminars, meet the masters behind the culinary magic and take in some live entertainment at the same time along the resort's lush causeway. View the full article

The Walt Disney Co.'s U.S. theme parks plan to stop offering unlimited front-of-the-line access to disabled park visitors, in a bid to prevent abuses by travelers who exploited the program by hiring disabled tour guides to pose as family members. View the full article

Disney and UCF? Show business could be factor in Knights' growth, said UCF booster Dick Nunis, a former Disney executive. View the full article

Bob Iger, chairman and chief executive officer of Walt Disney Co., will be talking to Fox Business Network on Tuesday. View the full article

If tonight’s harvest moon fills you with a sense of wonder, you also might enjoy a new Disney iPad app that promises to be just as enchanting. View the full article

An exclusive jazzy, snazzy preview of some of new specialties being featured at the 2013 edition of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival A hint of autumn in the air is the first signal that the 2013 edition of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World is upon us. View the full article

One of Walt Disney World's oldest hotels is getting a time-share addition. View the full article

I love it when something so wholesome as Disney embraces its dark side. It's why I loved Mr. Toad's Wild Ride back before Pooh squashed him in 1998. What other ride at Disney took you on a ride to hell? (And no, it's a small world doesn't count.) View the full article

The latest piece of the Fantasyland puzzle is set to open to the public this week, but visitors to Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party got an early preview of the Princess Fairytale Hall. View the full article

Several weeks ago, an editor asked how to beat the long line at Universal Studios' new Transformers ride. The answer was easy enough: Wait for September. View the full article

Disney villains will be in the spotlight at Disney's Hollywood Studios on Friday, which, appropriately enough, is Friday the 13 t h . View the full article

World-renowned Toronto band, 'Elevation,' saluting Bono & Co. for more than a decade They have fans all over the world. They've performed in 187 cities, including in Japan, Bosnia and shows across Europe. With an extensive playlist from more than a dozen albums that includes classics like "Sunday, Bloody Sunday," "With or Without You," and "Where the Streets Have No Name," you might assume we're talking about Bono and the boys from the legendary, Dublin-based band, U2. View the full article

"Glow With the Show" ears will be introduced to a handful of Walt Disney World productions beginning next month, the company announced Monday. View the full article

All three major Central Florida theme-park companies plus the owner of Fun Spot took home Golden Ticket Awards this weekend. Winners of 25 categories were determined by an international poll of Amusement Today, a trade publication. View the full article

Tickets are on sale now for a charity tennis event featuring Andy Roddick, Venus Williams, Billie Jean King and Elton John at Walt Disney World. View the full article

Princess Fairytale Hall, a meet and greet area for royal Disney characters, will open at Magic Kingdom on Sept. 18, Disney World said Friday. View the full article