Hurricane season returns on June 1 and continues until November 30, with peak activity occurring from August through October. Last year, Hurricanes Ian and Nicole swept through the state, causing widespread flooding and damage for millions of Floridians. Preparation for hurricane season is crucial and can differ depending on your location. You can find extensive … Read more
From August 18 through October 1, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining will offer three-course fixed-priced menus at some of Orlando’s best restaurants. This year, a new tiered menu system allows you to have your appetizer, entree, and cake and eat it too at more restaurants. Diners can now have a fantastic dining experience and delicious meal … Read more
From the moment one walks into the Walt Disney Theater at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts and sees the exquisite watercolor of London’s St. Paul’s dome onstage, we know we are stepping back to a time of opulence. Indeed, “My Fair Lady” is like visiting a dear old friend. The looming question is, … Read more
Cinco de Mayo, the vibrant celebration of Mexican culture, is just around the corner. As Orlando prepares for an unforgettable fiesta, it’s the perfect time to delve into the fascinating history of this cherished holiday and explore the must-attend events happening this year. The Intriguing History of Cinco de Mayo Cinco de Mayo, observed on … Read more
Given a clearly-dictated opportunity to show gratitude and appreciation to the mothers and maternal figures in our lives, it’s surprising that we often default to buying a drugstore card and flowers. This year, Mother’s Day falls on May 14, and there are plenty of options around Central Florida if you want to break away from … Read more
As we approach the warmer months, we look forward to spending time at the beach, soaking up the sun, and taking a refreshing dip in the ocean. However, we must be aware of the potential dangers of red tide. Here are some precautions you can take when traveling to the beach and how to monitor … Read more
On April 22nd, we collectively reflect on the state of our home planet by celebrating Earth Day. This observation is vital in Florida, which ranked third-highest in the country for total carbon dioxide emissions in 2019, producing 233.6 million tons, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA). While plans have been made to reduce Florida’s … Read more
Summer is just around the corner, so parents across Central Florida are planning how to keep their kids occupied during the long, hot summer months. For many families, summer camp is the perfect solution – but with so many options, it can be tough to know where to start. Here are seven tips to help … Read more
At 83 years old, single, and on a fixed income, I own very little, a house, a car, a bank account, and nothing more. My family, friends, and neighbors constantly badger me about creating a last will to avoid probate and making my beneficiaries pay thousands of dollars to retrieve what little I own. Q: … Read more
Q: In the case of my mother, how can someone prevent the state of Florida’s DCF from entering someone’s life, taking away their home and entire livelihood without making any effort to locate loved ones or those who cared about her most? I was on deployment to Germany for 13 months prior to retirement from … Read more
In a place like Florida, where the changing of seasons is made evident more so by variance in decor and theming than in the actual environment, it can be hard to know when is appropriate to shift one’s aesthetic. Even more puzzling than when is how, with trends coming and going so quickly in the … Read more
About Loggerhead Distillery Loggerhead Distillery was founded in 2019 by Florida natives looking to incorporate the natural beauty of Florida into delicious hand-crafted spirits. When asked what inspired the name of this award-winning distillery, Co-Owner Colby Theisen says, “Being Florida-raised means something. To us, it means a love of the ocean, a love of the … Read more
If you’ve never heard of the right to partition in Florida, here’s your chance. Q: How can one brother simply decide he wants to sell and think he can force the rest of us to agree? My father died three years ago leaving his Florida home to his five children. Since my father’s death, my … Read more
In my school years, the end of “Summer Vacation,” as we called it, always came the day after the Labor Day holiday. Now, Pre-K through 12th grade students start school a month earlier. My theory for the increased length of the school year is that there is that much more for the students to learn. … Read more
It’s finally happened. Your kiddo is about to make the leap to preschool. You may already have bought a backpack, a lunchbox, school supplies and maybe some new clothes. But have you scheduled a physical exam with your pediatrician? If you haven’t, now is the time. Florida law requires most students entering public and private schools … Read more
Hurricane season is here, and it’s important to be prepared in case of an emergency. Living in Florida, the threat of hurricanes is very much alive, and there are a few things you can do to ensure you’re ready in the event of a hurricane. What’s in Your Hurricane Kit? Creating a hurricane kit is … Read more
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