Disney News Roll Call for September 15, 2010

Daily Disney reports that the third year of Radio Disney's "Next Big Thing" (a talent search for young musicians) began today and that the end is nigh for Hollywood Studio's Block Party Bash.

Dave of Daveland gets it hot, hot, hot with with a scorching look at Disney's man-made volcanoes, then he cools it down with PeopleMover news.

AJ of the Disney Food Blog spotlights Australia, Brazil, and Canada as part of her countdown to Epcot's Food and Wine Festival, then jubilantly reports that Disney now accepts dining reservations by mobile phone and that you can use said mobile phone to make reservations at the Epcot's soon-to-open La Hacienda de San Angel.

Disney Parks Blog: Speaking of which, Pam Brandon got a first taste of La Hacienda de San Angel; Kim Sams' announces the recipients of Disney's 2010 Conservation Heroes awards; Michelle Harker hawks new Disney merchandise coming soon to Disney stores; Thomas Smith trumpets a new parade coming soon to Hollywood Studios; and Betsy Sanchez reveals the winning team of this year's Minnie's Moonlit Madness event.

Disney Shawn remembers the past greatness of Disney World's Transportation and Ticket Center.

Growing Up Disney has a photo flashback to the Crystal Palace circa 1997 and launches the first part of a trip report to Disney World.

Ryan Wilson of Main Street Gazette writes about Zebra Cupcakes.

Sam Genawey of SamLand's Disney Adventures says good-bye to the original park entrance to Disney's California Adventure.

Kristen Helmstetter of Touring Plans has tips for touring with a large group.

Bruce of Unknown Magic Within Walt Disney World shares pictures of his favorite views from Disney World.