As Mother’s Day approaches, many families prepare to celebrate with flowers, cards, and gatherings. For mothers who have lost an infant, however, the holiday can be a painful memory of absence. The Finley Project, a national nonprofit based in Winter Park, is working to change that feeling. The organization provides what is described as the … Read more
Former UCF defensive end Malachi Lawrence was drafted in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft that took place from Thursday, April 23 to Saturday, April 25 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Lawrence, drafted to the Dallas Cowboys at pick 23 of the first round, spent four years playing football at UCF before being drafted. In … Read more
A Central Florida clinician on what twenty-eight years of working with families has taught him about ADHD — and how a tool called brain mapping is quietly changing the conversation. In twenty-eight years of sitting across from families here in Central Florida, I have lost count of how many times I have watched the same … Read more
The school year is coming to an end, which means it’s time to search for the right summer camp for your child. Whether you’re looking for a program that sparks creativity, encourages outdoor play, builds confidence, or keeps young minds engaged academically, the Orlando area offers a wide range of high-quality options. From well-established private … Read more
There’s a moment, usually somewhere around the Coronado Island bridge, when the shift happens. The traffic thins, the air changes, and the Atlantic opens up in front of you. You’re still technically within an hour of Orlando — but you feel a thousand miles from it. That’s the magic of New Smyrna Beach. And increasingly, … Read more
At 18 years old, Amanda Perla Jereczek’s life changed in an instant. A car accident left her paralyzed from the chest down, forcing her to navigate a future she never expected. But what could have been a story defined by limitation became one defined by resilience, purpose, and unwavering determination. Now 37, Amanda lives in … Read more
On Friday, April 24, HCA Florida Healthcare volunteers presented a $20,000 donation to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida in celebration of National Volunteer month. According to the HCA Florida Healthcare press release, on April 3 and April 24 over 100 HCA volunteers gathered to help sort and pack food donations. These days were … Read more
Most households lose several gallons of clean water each day just waiting for the tap to run warm. A circulating pump changes that by keeping heated water in constant motion through the pipes, so it arrives the moment a faucet opens. The upgrade works with most residential plumbing setups and often pays for itself through … Read more
On Thursday, April 23 at 11 a.m., OIC Inspired had the grand opening of its expanded HiS health center. This introduced an in-house pharmacy, a laboratory, and a new clinic that is focused on preventative care for men’s health. The organization honored the legacy of the Orlando Immunology Center, which has served the community for … Read more
The Education Foundation of Osceola County marked a milestone moment at its annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony, awarding 574 scholarships to graduating seniors across the district. Presented by Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital, the event celebrated not only student achievement but also the power of sustained community investment in education. This year’s scholarships totaled more than … Read more
On Wednesday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Friendly Grounds Café hosted “Coffee With a Cop & Earth Day Plant Kit Sale” where community members and the Clermont Police Department came together for meaningful conversations celebrating Earth Day. The clients at The Friendship Place hand-prepared Earth Day Plant Kits, which included painted flowerpots, … Read more
On Tuesday, April 21, Quest Inc. held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of its new campus that will support children, teens and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities. The new facility, Quest Kids Orlando, is 16,000-square-foot and located in downtown Orlando at 500 East Colonial Drive. The campus will provide both school and … Read more
Moving to Central Florida from out of state feels like an easier relocation than it actually is. The weather is welcoming, the cost of living is more manageable than the coastal metros people often come from, and the state’s lack of personal income tax makes the math work for a lot of households. What newcomers … Read more
Introduction to Cape Coral’s Unique Cleaning Landscape Cape Coral, FL, is no typical city when it comes to exterior care. The surface ages and gathers dirt differently with more than 400 miles of canals, tropical humidity, and salt-laden air. This is the reason why Cape Coral pressure washing is not an ordinary job but a … Read more
A sudden brain injury changes everything for a family in an instant. Locked-In Syndrome is one of the most severe conditions a person can face. In this state, a patient remains fully awake and aware but cannot move any part of the body except for the eyes. This often happens because of damage to the … Read more
Summer in Central Florida isn’t like summer anywhere else in the US. The humidity sits above 70 percent for months, afternoon thunderstorms arrive like clockwork, the UV index runs extreme, and the transition from air-conditioned indoors to brutal outdoor heat happens every 15 minutes. Generic summer wardrobe advice doesn’t work for these conditions. The clothing … Read more
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