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EXCLUSIVE: Orlando’s 150th birthday and the special tie to Walt Disney

The city of Orlando is celebrating its 150th anniversary and it may not have been possible without the moves of one man with a dream

Walt Disney World Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - OCTOBER 8: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Magic Kingdom Park (pictured) is seen on October 8, 2014. (Handout/Walt Disney World Resort via Get)

The city of Orlando was incorporated on this date in 1875. And as the city celebrates the milestone, a major player in the economics of the region celebrates too.

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WDBO had the chance to speak with Tajiana Ancora-Brown, Director of External Affairs for Walt Disney World and discussed the special partnership between the city and company that came to town with a big announcement back in 1965.

More on Orlando’s 150th:

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Greg Rhodes

Greg Rhodes, WDBO News & Talk

Digital Producer & Morning Show Anchor for WDBO.