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Lake Nona News
Heather Fagan, MD, Named Pediatrics Department Chair and Pediatrician-in-Chief for Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida
Dr. Fagan will also retain her duties as the hospital’s Designated Institutional Official for graduate medical education and serve as Chair of … [Read More...]
Local Baton Twirling Team Representing USA in World Championships
Last summer, Twirl Florida competed at the United States National Baton Twirling Championships in Fairborn, Ohio, where they earned the … [Read More...]
Entertainment
Nona. Life. Style: Mom’s Summer Survival
I’m slipping off my stylist hat this month to share something else near and dear to my heart… surviving summer. If you’re a Nona mom, I see you, … [Read More...]
Best Friends in the Nonahood: Maya – the Pointer Who Whistles Like a Teapot!
Yes, you read it right! Maya, a female German Shorthaired Pointer, whistles like a teapot when she’s at home and wants the attention of her … [Read More...]
Sports & Health
Phones Down, Eyes Up: Commit to Water Safety This Summer
Summer is quickly approaching, and as families are making their way to the pool, beach and water parks, the YMCA is reminding families of a simple but life-saving message: Phones Down, Eyes Up. With drowning being the second leading cause of … [Read More...]
Pedaling Toward Progress: City of Orlando Earns Silver Bicycle Friendly Community Award for Promoting Multimodal Travel and Building a Bicycle-Friendly America
The Award Recognizes Orlando’s Contributions to Promoting Healthier More Efficient Travel Options The League of American Bicyclists awarded the City of Orlando the Silver Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) designation, joining nearly 100 communities … [Read More...]
NONA Cup 2024: A Celebration of Soccer and Community
As Lake Nona gears up for the 5th edition of the NONA Cup, excitement is building. This annual soccer tournament, which has become a key event in Central Florida’s sports calendar, will take place from November 22-24 at Heroes Park and Austin Tindall … [Read More...]
Education
Orlando Student Earns Sixth Place at Science Event with More Than 2,000 Competitors
An Orlando Science Schools student who attended a national STEM event alongside 2,000 competitors placed in the top 10! Maram put her skills to the test at the Science Olympiad National Tournament in Nebraska. Maram … [Read More...]
Florida Puerto Rican Parade Accepting Applications for the 2024 Scholarship Fund Program
The Florida Puerto Rican Parade, Inc., is accepting applications for the 2024 Scholarships Fund Program that provides financial assistance to Central Florida’s GED holders, high school seniors, and college students … [Read More...]
To Nona & Beyond: First Lady Jill Biden Visits Patrick Space Force Base
On October 16, we had the unique opportunity to cover First Lady Dr. Jill Biden's visit to Patrick Space Force Base as a part of the Joining Forces initiative. The initiative contributes to three areas of support … [Read More...]