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A Magical Week of Winter Savings At The Disney Store

The Disney Store is starting it's Black Friday Sale early that makes for a "Magical Week" of winter treats adding up to big savings for shoppers. Online shoppers at Disney Store's site can find quite a few grown up goodies as well as a plethora of plush kids toys, games and costumes. It's always a very merry Christmas with Mickey under the tree.

ABC News Recognized with Five Edward R. Murrow Awards by the Radio Television Digital News Association

The Radio Television Digital News Association recently recognized ABC News and ABC News Radio with five Edward R. Murrow Awards for reporting on several news stories in the last year.

World News with Diane Sawyer was honored with a Murrow Award for Best Newscast for its special one-hour edition of World News from Newtown United Methodist Church following the shooting tragedy in Newtown last December. The broadcast featured Sawyer's interview with Kaitlyn Roig, a teacher at Sandy Hook Elementary.

Searching for the Winnie the Pooh ‘Storyteller of the Year’

Earlier this week, Disney Consumer Products launched a nationwide search for their Winnie the Pooh "Storyteller of the Year." The contest celebrates parents and guardians who use storytelling to teach life lessons and foster their child's creativity.

Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 11

Continuing to Celebrate the Year of the Ear, March is the month of the Mini MousekeEars! For a Limited Time you can purchase adorable, mini versions of some of Disney's most popular ear hats. These pixie dust packed collectibles are available both is the Disney Parks, and online at the DisneyStore.com while supplies last. You can collect them, wear them, share them with friends!

Magic Kingdom Worker Interview

Ever wanted to get the scoop on a Walt Disney World park from an insider's view? Recently, a cast member from the Magic Kingdom answered questions online during a "I Am A . . ." discussion at Reddit.com. The cast member states he/she works at the Magic Kingdom's main entrance turnstiles and also in "parade audience control;" in the past, the cast member has worked in merchanidse and at Toy Story Mania at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Habit Heroes: Epcot's Newest Exhibit

Guests heading to Epcot will be able to take in a new exhibit. Habit Heroes opened Friday, February 3.

The focus of Habit Heroes is promoting a healthy lifestyle by calling attention to such aspects as being active and eating a well-balanced, nutritious diet. In a game at the exhibit, guests can help characters Will Power and Callie Stenics try to wage war against the villains "Sweet Tooth and The Snacker." Also, guests can also try to snatch the remote control away from the "Control Freak" as well as teach "Lead Bottom" how to become more active through exercise.

Shoppers Can Nab Deals At Disney Store's "Magical Friday"

Disney Store is getting into the Black Friday shopping rush this year as they prepare to celebrate what they call "Magical Friday." Shoppers can expect online deals and midnight store openings.

Disney Store is planning to open some 150 stores at midnight on "Magical Friday." Guests arriving from the opening at midnight until 10 a.m. can expect an extra 20% store-wide discount on top of sales-priced merchandise. The Disney Store is also utilizing $10, $15, and $20 price-points throughout the sotres for their items, including toys and seasonal decorations.

Disney and YouTube Strike New Partnership

Earlier this week, Disney and YouTube announced a new partnership that looks to bring fresh content to the website of both companies.

The partnership comes on the heels of YouTube's new original content plan, a plan that seeks to launch several new channels on the famous video website. The addition of Disney, through Disney Interactive, will help both companies reach younger generations through the online video format. For YouTube, partnering with the Disney name will give the video site a new credibility with families.

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Magic Kingdom's Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe

Haul out the holly because it's the right time to start gathering together the magical trimmings that give your holiday home that Disney touch. It doesn't matter if you're shopping in the parks or sitting at home online, Disney has fabulous gear to spread some holiday cheer.

Walt Disney World 2013 Park Maps

Walt Disney World has updated the Park Guide Maps for 2013! The changes offer a new modern design, with the notable lack of a Kodak logo after the end of their long time partnership. The new guide maps reflect the recent physical changes to the parks, such as the New Fantasyland, as well as technological inclusions to help guests move forward and stay informed during the MyMagic+ roll out.

2013 Disney Annual Meeting of Shareholders

It's that time of year again when shareholders of the Walt Disney Company gather to cast their votes for the future of corporate governance. With the current stock at an all time high, and dividends better than ever, attendees can expect a positive outlook despite the overall economy. The annual meeting of shareholders of The Walt Disney Company, is being held on March 6th, 2013 at the Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona.

The items of business on the agenda that the Board of Directors advises to vote "for" are:

Disney Villains Designer Collection from the Disney Store

High Drama, High Fashion, High Spirited... this isn't your daughter's Disney stuff. Introducing the highly anticipated Disney Villains Designer Collection. Six of Disney's most notorious villainesses have been brought together in this special limited edition collection.

Great Gifts for Mom from the DisneyStore.com

Mother's Day is May 13th in the U.S. and the DisneyStore.com has gifts that are practically perfect in every way for the Disney loving Mom. Both new Moms and Moms with years of experience still want to feel like a Princess, so why not make this Mother's Day the most Magical ever. I've gathered together a couple of links to give you some ideas of the fun merchandise just waiting for your Mom to unwrap.

Bring the Love Home with Disney Valentines Day Magic

It's almost that time again where spouses, couples, and companions look to find the perfect something for their beloved. Saint Valentine's Day (February 14th) is fast approaching! Candy and flowers and jewelry are the norm, but which to chose for your unique Disney fan? No worries, Disney's Enchanted Florist can help with selections to be delivered both at Walt Disney World Resort or right to your front door at home.