Friday, January 25, 2019
Local Opportunities
1. New Rides Coming to Universal in 2019
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AORLB%21Orlando%2BSentinel%252C%2BThe%2B%2528FL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0121%21January%2B21&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/17116938C9789750
This article is exactly as it sounds., talking about the new Star Wars expansion that is being built on 14 acres with two rides and is opening in late fall in Orlando. It focuses on generating jobs but the problem that immediately popped into my head was one they did not present. Growing up in the theme park capital I am all too familiar with the long wait times at rides, therefore, this got me thinking about a new system for the issue. Who has the problem would be theme park attendees.
2. City Plans Options for Parking Bikes
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AORLB%21Orlando%2BSentinel%252C%2BThe%2B%2528FL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0121%21January%2B21&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/17116937ED2EC5C0
This article is about the rapidly expanding use of the public bikes in Orlando. We have several versions, ones that are racked at specific places that charge them and others that are used via an app and you unlock through your smartphone and do not have to be "racked" in a certain place. The city has come up with an idea to start putting bike parking spaces, more racks, etc throughout. The problem described is that of bikes being left all around town in the middle of sidewalks and sometimes even roads, creating hazards. Who has the problem is citizens of the city, mostly those who rely on walking or use these bikes.
3. Malls Are Fading, Making Way for New Entertainment
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AORLB%21Orlando%2BSentinel%252C%2BThe%2B%2528FL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0121%21January%2B21&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/171169386BD6E298
Here in Orlando, malls are a dying fad. I am not sure if this is true for other parts of the country but the closest mall to me has many failing stores simply because people do not want to go anymore. The articles talks about companies taking over said malls and creating "entertainment districts" within to attract business. The problem is that malls are failing and who has the problem is the shop owners and customers who prefer to shop in person.
4. Economy is Expected to Keep Expanding in 2019
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AORLB%21Orlando%2BSentinel%252C%2BThe%2B%2528FL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0121%21January%2B21&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/17116937B77B6268
This article is about Orlando's expanding economy but presents the problem of the jobs that are being expanded are all low wage. Orlando continues to break records in tourism with the number of visitors to our area, and it creates many jobs for residents, however they are often struggling to make ends meet because tourism is mostly a low wage industry. There are three major attractions opening and/or reopening this year and the city is hopeful they will break their record a second year in a row. The problem is the low wages and who has the problem and the tourism employees.
5. Sponsors Make Dog Park Special
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AORLB%21Orlando%2BSentinel%252C%2BThe%2B%2528FL%2529/year%3A2019%212019/mody%3A0121%21January%2B21&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/171169385BF63FB8
This article reminded me of the example from the lecture of finding opportunities where someone came up with dog parks creating a mess of water! It speaks about a local dog park that had to have sponsors to make it nicer for citizens and their pets. The problem expressed here is that many dog parks, which yes are a luxury, are just fenced in areas of nothing so they can run. However, dogs need entertainment and mental stimulation. Who has the problem are dog owners who visit dog parks.
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It seems to me you are more connected to the local events that someone like me who is from Maryland lol. The local opportunities you notice such as the dog park or the Orlando expanding economy are things that I might've been aware of but not truly connected enough to know how to explore those ideas. You're very clever in that sense I would say.
ReplyDeleteI live in Lakeland, which isn't too far away from Orlando and almost everyone i know either travels to Tampa or Orlando for larger and better malls than the ones we currently have. I hope that malls wont become a dying bred because theres something about a mall that brings people together and it's such a good area to spend free time.
ReplyDeleteI agree with your article on the malls dying out. I think it is slowly fading out and alot of stores are either leaving malls in certain locations or turning that store into a discount or clearance store. I think the dog park sponsors making the dog parks special is a great thing and definitely would love to have more added to the dog park I take my pup to. He loves going to the park but if there is not another dog there he will not play by himself. I think if there was other things to help stimulate his brain and catch his attention he might enjoy it more when other dogs are not there.
ReplyDeleteHey I believe this story about malls dying is absolutely true because malls are simply losing their clientele. Online shopping is taking off and this is just the beginning for online shopping. It is going to be harder and harder for mall's owners and people depending on this so it is a good news to be careful.
ReplyDeleteI think it's great that someone is attempting to change dog parks to make them more "stimulating," but I think it's a little unnecessary. Dogs really just need to be exercised, socialized with other dogs/people, and spend time with their owner(s). And I think that a large open area where they can run around allows for that. I know that some of my favorite memories with my dog were simply taking her to horse farms and running with her (and sometimes a few other dogs/people) for miles. Also, what exactly is it that makes the dog park special? I read the article and didn't really see anything that made the place special for the dogs.
ReplyDeleteLisa,
ReplyDeleteI think you brought up a great point about malls being unpopulated nowadays. I think it is to blame because of the consumers mindset to online buying. Online buying has allowed for cheaper prices, a more direct form of buying, and the lack of nagging salesman. Other than these things, I think that some malls will still be held in place for premium brands because most people who like to flaunt expensive clothing are willing to go into retail stores to buy them