Most people in this dimension think teleportation is some far-off future technology, but it’s actually all over the place. My favorite of Earth’s teleportation devices is the television (it’s even in the name), and the infinite worlds inside. Tell me, when a TV show moves someone to the edge of a couch, or a … Continue Reading
Lake Nona News
The Quiet Hero Behind The Miracle
February 20 was National Caregivers Day. I almost missed it. Two years and four months ago, I received a kidney transplant from a deceased … [Read More...]
Chace Dance Company Dancers to Represent U.S. at Dance World Cup
Two dancers from Chace Dance Company, Annabella Eley and Allison Kreger, who live and train in Lake Nona, have qualified to represent the United … [Read More...]
Entertainment
Best Friends in the Nonahood: Mila’s Menagerie
Do you remember Mila? She is the beautiful mixed breed who was rescued from under a car in Dallas and now lives in Laureate Park with Peter and … [Read More...]
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...]
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
Second Harvest Food Bank Opens Enrollment for Culinary Training Program
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is accepting applications for its Culinary Training Program, a free 16-week continuing education course designed to help prepare adults for entry-level positions in the … [Read More...]
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...]