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The 407 gets a taste of the Merry Birthday cake

Having a birthday during the holidays can be challenging. In response, Publix has released Merry Birthday cakes to celebrate all the December birthdays. The part holiday, part birthday dessert is iced in pink buttercream and decorated with green Christmas trees. It is available for special order.

Free Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Phillips Center

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has turned its lawn into a festive display. Running weekly, through January 4, there are free live performances, light displaces and family-friendly activities drawing thousands of guests. FOX 35's Lauren Margolis gives us a preview and learns how to play carillon bells.

Tracking Santa with NORAD

There is an entire team dedicated to tracking Santa. NORAD first started tracking the Saint Nick back in 1955, thanks to a mistake in a newspaper. Now, volunteers manned the phones as hundreds of thousands of children call in to see if they're getting coal or presents for Christmas. Colonel Ray McLean with NORAD dialed in to The 407 to tell us more about Santa's preparation and explain what we can expect on Christmas Eve.

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FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith brings you four trending topics and discusses them with Jana from XL 106.7 and Magic 107.7. The two give their takes on topics including more sports coming to central Florida, mothers taking over dating profiles for their children, Kissimmee as 'The City of Love' and bagel etiquette.

Celebrating National Cupcake Day on The 407

When the spirit of the holiday season and National Cupcake Day collide, it is a festive party in your mouth. Local baker Erica O'Brien from The Clever Cookie of Lake Mary stopped by The 407 to share some of her tasty creations.

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Ocoee Police Chief dishes on growth and best blueberry muffin

The Ocoee Police Chief, Vincent Ogburn, Sr., dials into The 407 to discuss making history as the city's first black police chief. He talks about a recent illegal vape bust, growth within the city as a new sports complex is being built and sticks around for The 407 special, a game of rapid fire!

The 407 meets Orange County Comptroller Phil Diamond

FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith sits down with Orange County Comptroller Phil Diamond. We go behind the numbers with Orange County's top financial watchdog, as he talks fiscal challenges, government accountability and we play a game of rapid-fire.

Comedian George Wallace Dials in to The 407

Comedy icon George Wallace joins The 407 to discuss his legendary career that has spanned over several decades. FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith asks him about the secret to his success and what audiences can expect from his upcoming shows at the Orlando Funny Bone on November 14th and 15th. Plus, get the inside scoop on his groundbreaking new Prime Video series, Clean Slate, which he stars in alongside Laverne Cox.

Why Sheriff Mike Chitwood takes pride in meeting criminals

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is known for jumping in to track down criminals whenever he gets the chance. From arresting youth making school threats to using a PIT maneuver in a chase, he's done it all. FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith spoke with him about where his passion for law enforcement comes from and learns more about his favorite karaoke song, sport and beverage.

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FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith and Russ Rollins from Real Radio's Monsters in the Morning discuss trending topics. The two give their takes on topics including grocery store wars, the word of the year, paying bills for Christmas and the naked Christmas tree trend.

A Lo Cubano Kitchen builds the perfect Cuban sandwich on The 407

A Lo Cubano Kitchen of Orlando brought the heat to Foodie Friday on The 407. Watch all the highlights as they reveal their most sought-after menu items. FOX 35's Lauren Margolis even got in the kitchen and learned how to make an authentic Cuban sandwich. You have to see how many different ingredients she piled on hers.