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The fabulous Angel Scentsy Buddy is back! This Disney sweetheart was quite popular when she made he debut with the Stitch Scentsy buddy, and is available beginning June 26 while supplies last. Why June 26th you might ask? Because it’s 6/26, which is Stitch day in honor of experiment 626!

Angel Scentsy Buddy Returns!

Many fans have been asking for the return of the Stitch Scentsy Buddy, and while Scentsy can not do that, they are doing the next best thing, and releasing Angel!  Angel is also coming back at 10% off and will be available for $31.50 through the end of June or while supplies last, whichever comes first.

Every Angel Buddy also comes with a preselected Scent Pak in her signature fragrance, Angel: Experiment 624 — A unique creation like Angel calls for a complex concoction. This mischievous mix draws you in like a siren song with a blend of goji berry and blackberry reacting just so with sweet vanilla cream and sugarcane.

The Angel Scent Paks are ONLY available with the Angel buddy, and will not available individually at this time. Sadly it won’t be around as a Scentsy Bar as part of this release, because it really does smell amazing!

What do you think of the adorable Angel Scentsy Buddy returning tomorrow? Angel goes on sale by consultants and Scentsy.com tomorrow June 26th!

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Orange County Florida has no plans to cancel the Disney World Reopening

With Disneyland delaying their opening last night, all eyes are on Disney World right now. CNN Reporter Cristina Alesci shared the news yesterday that Disney has no plans to revisit the reopening of Walt Disney World as of this time.

JUST IN: An Orange County official tells me the county has no plans to revisit a decision to reopen Disney’s parks in Florida.

“That decision rests with @Disney officials and the governor,” says a county spokesperson.

— Cristina Alesci (@CristinaAlesci) June 24, 2020

Of course, if the numbers in Florida continue to climb that could change, but as of right now Disney World is still expected to open on July 11th & July 15th.

Recently Disney World Cast Members submitted a petition to have Disney World delay their reopening due to COVID-19 concerns.

What do you think? Should Disney World still reopen in July or do you think that is too soon?

Let us know in the comment box below.

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Disney May Postpone the Theatrical Release of ‘Mulan‘ for a Second Time. After already being postponed 4 months from its original release date of March 27th to July 24th it appears Disney is considering moving the release date for the film a second time.

The primary reason, according to the Wall Street Journal, is the lack of attendance as theaters are beginning to re-open. Any film company would be hesitant to release a new film when audiences are at minimal capacity in theaters, so this doesn’t really come as a shock to those in the industry, but on the other side of the coin, a highly anticipated film could be just what audiences need to draw them back in to the theaters.

Most theaters, such as AMC Theatres, Cinemark, and Regal Theaters, that have begun to re-open their doors have put new safety and cleanliness procedures in place to help moviegoers feel more at ease returning to public places,  but that hasn’t stirred much confidence among potential audience members as confirmed COVID-19 cases begin to spike in many states that were the first to re-open. Most theaters that have resumed operation are not even featuring relatively new titles yet, and have begun showing iconic films such as Jurassic Park, Back to the Future, E.T., the original Star Wars trilogy, Lord of the Rings, and Jaws to help draw in crowds.

Jurassic Park even reached No. 1 at the box office over Father’s Day weekend, but only brought in approximately $517,600 USD with Jaws coming in second earning $516,300 USD. Both films earned more in their theatrical re-release than newer titles, The Invisible Man and Trolls World Tour. So it’s clear to see why Disney would be hesitant to release a film like Mulan that cost reportedly $200,000,000 in production costs alone.

Another issue is the amount of theaters that remain closed due to the global pandemic. With key box office cities such as Los Angeles and New York City still shut down it doesn’t make sense to release a big title like this before most theaters have reopened, and that is VERY unlikely to happen by July 24th.

Though Disney has not shared a potential date for the second postponement it will be interesting to see when they choose to release due to the fact that they have several other films in the lineup that are bound to draw in audiences around the holidays at the end of the year. Fingers crossed though it won’t be in 2021!

Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Disney!

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Source: WSJ

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Watch the New Trailer For ‘Muppets Now‘ Coming to Disney+ on July 31st. In a true first for the studio, “Muppets Now” is an unscripted series filled with improv comedy, off-the-cuff gags, and the Muppets’ celebrity friends. In the six-episode season, Scooter rushes to make his delivery deadlines and upload the brand-new Muppet series for streaming. They are due now, and he’ll need to navigate whatever obstacles, distractions, and complications the rest of the Muppets throws at him.

Overflowing with spontaneous lunacy, surprising guest stars and more frogs, pigs, bears (and whatevers) than legally allowed, the Muppets cut loose in “Muppets Now” with the kind of startling silliness and chaotic fun that made them famous. From zany experiments with Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker to lifestyle tips from the fabulous Miss Piggy, each episode is packed with hilarious segments, hosted by the Muppets showcasing what the Muppets do best.

This week, Disney+ shared a first look trailer at its upcoming original series “Muppets Now,” premiering exclusively on the streaming service on Friday, July 31. In their first-ever unscripted series, the Muppets make their streaming debut in an all-new six-episode show starring Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the entire gang.

Produced by The Muppets Studio and Soapbox Films, “Muppets Now” premieres Friday, July 31, streaming only on Disney+. New episodes will be released every Friday. You can watch the official trailer for Muppets Now in the video below:

Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Disney+ and Muppets!

Featured Photo Credit/Source: Disney+

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The last few months have presented new obstacles  for SeaWorld Orlando due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For instance, the Orlando theme park has received multiple lien filings over the past few weeks. It’s led people to question the future of SeaWorld, which is why some experts claim bankruptcy could be a potential issue.

First, research based on public records established  that SeaWorld had enough liquid assets on hand to sustain a closure through the end of 2021. Regardless of their cash reserves, the company seems to be slow in response to paying many bills. Missed payments are now reported on every single significant project currently in the works. Construction liens are fairly typical to see in the industry, but most are settled within a matter of weeks. What is unprecedented is the sheer volume of claims now mounting against SeaWorld.

Joe Kleiman, the news editor at themed-entertainment-industry publication InPark Magazine, shared his professional opinion.

“Over the past four months, I’ve been exchanging research with a number of journalists, bloggers, and financial analysts,” says Kleiman. “Trying to decipher the company’s current situation as it dealt with the shutdown of its theme parks, furlough of its staff, animals that can’t be neglected, and the sudden departure of a newly hired CEO.”

Kleiman also thinks SeaWorld could be facing bankruptcy in the future based upon the actions of Scott Ross, chairman of the board and founder partner at Hill Path. Scott Ross is SeaWorld’s largest shareholder, and Hill Path has two primary investments, SeaWorld and arcade chain Dave & Busters. Unfortunately, the pandemic has been devastating to both investments.

The last two SeaWorld CEO’s under Hill Path were vocal about their disagreements with the board. With so much discontent and new financial challenges, some wonder if Hill Path will give up on their SeaWorld investment. The expectation of a slow recovery period could potentially lead Hill Path to one day dismantle their investment via bankruptcy so they could attract multiple investors to take over the theme park company.

Source: Orlando Weekly

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