Performing together LIVE on stage, renowned “Vinylinist” and Founder of Violectric® Michelle Jones and the talented musicians of the Central Florida strings super-group announce the exciting 11th Annual Violectric® Holiday Show rocking into the Walt Disney Amphitheater at Lake Eola Park on Saturday, December 9, 2023 starting at 7pm. FREE and open to the public, the 90-minute … [Read more...]
Orange County Government Invites Community to Participate in Vision 2050 Town Hall Meetings
Orange County Government Invites Community to Participate in Vision 2050 Town Hall Meetings Orange County Government Planning Division wants to hear from residents! Please join the conversation about the future of our community. Vision 2050, Orange County’s comprehensive plan, will guide our next phase of growth. The plan strives to protect natural resources and … [Read more...]
Best Friends in the Nonahood: The Tale of Odin, Freya and the Bow-Wow Bunch
They say that people rescue dogs, but in this case, Odin, a sweet little Husky, hopped into a car to select his owner! Smart pooch indeed! Nadia Rivera and her partner, Caleb, tried to find the owner to no avail, so they put a notice of the lost dog online. Those who viewed Odin online wanted him until Nadia and Caleb decided they would adopt him themselves. It did, … [Read more...]
Nona Your Neighbor: Lauren Brown
Nonahood News: What is your job? Lauren Brown: I’m a florist by trade, but Poppy Flower Co. is a lot more than just flowers. We’re a retail space and a flower truck. We support a lot of other local businesses. NHN: What does your day-to-day schedule look like? LB: That depends on the day. We source flowers that we need for the weekends; we have monthly subscriptions … [Read more...]
Savor Tooth Tiger: Easy Refrigerator Pickles
My 2-year-old son has a serious pickle problem. He will eat half a jar in one sitting if I let him. Being the son of a chef, he has expensive taste; his favorite pickles from Lake Meadow Naturals run about $9 a jar. So we have started making our own, which is admittedly part family-bonding time, part money-saving venture. I think I’ve created a very similar recipe for a … [Read more...]
To Nona & Beyond: Sun ‘n Fun 2022
Air shows are a popular recreational activity for many people in Florida. Having the chance to witness incredibly powerful jets up-close can be an exhilarating experience. Not to mention being able to witness beautifully maintained historical airplanes, which have an irreplaceable charm. There are many air shows throughout the year in the Sunshine State, yet there is one that … [Read more...]
Prescription Drug Take Back Day at Local Healthcare Facilities
Prescription Drug Take Back Day at Local Healthcare Facilities By Felicity Mae Gomer Brush the dust off of your old pill bottles and prescribed oddities at the backs of your cabinets: Today, April 24, you can safely dispose of them at one of multiple drive-through HCA Healthcare facilities in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. Celebrate National Prescription Drug … [Read more...]
Orlando VA’s Efforts Against the COVID-19 Pandemic
Vaccines Now Available for Veterans of All Ages UPDATE AS OF APRIL 5, 2021: The Orlando VA expands COVID-19 vaccinations to all veterans, caregivers, and spouses under the SAVES LIVES Act. The expansion depends on readily available vaccine supply. “Since the start of the pandemic, the Orlando VA Healthcare System has been focused on vaccinating as many Veterans as … [Read more...]
Crosswalk Enforcement Project Reaches Two More Counties This Week
Florida is notoriously famous for reckless driving and theme parks and beaches. When those things collide, you increase the risk of car accidents and pedestrian danger. With spring break, Daylight Savings, and increasingly-relaxed COVID-19 restrictions, the Sunshine State is clouded over by the perfect traffic storm. Local law enforcement agencies from Osceola, Seminole, and … [Read more...]
BREAKING: First Vertiport in U.S. Calls Lake Nona Home
The future is here, and it's taking off in our backyards! A revolution of transportation is upon us! A virtual Zoom press conference the morning of Nov. 11 established the official announcement of Tavistock's partnership with the City of Orlando and Lilium for the country’s first urban and regional air mobility network, as well as Lilium’s first U.S. network location by … [Read more...]
Face Masks Are Now Required in Orange County and City of Orlando
All Orange County residents are required to wear face masks beginning Saturday, June 20, until further notice. Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced in a June 18 press conference that beginning Saturday, June 20, at 12:01 a.m., all Orange County and city of Orlando residents are required to wear face masks when outside and in public spaces, whether working, living or … [Read more...]
BREAKING: Gov. DeSantis Enacts FL Stay-at-Home Order for 30 Days
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis just signed a 30-day stay-at-home mandate for the entire state of Florida. The order will go into effect Thursday at midnight. This order is intended for all residents to take a pause amid the coronavirus pandemic to prevent any further spreading of COVID-19. The decision ultimately came to be as Florida's cases near 7,000 with more than 80 dead. … [Read more...]
BREAKING: Virus Postpones 2020 Summer Olympics
UPDATE AS OF MARCH 30, 2020: The rescheduled date for the opening ceremony has been announced for July 23, 2021. This means the closing ceremony will take place on August 8. The Paralympics have been rescheduled to take place from August 24 through September 5. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that the 2020 Summer Olympics will now be postponed until … [Read more...]
BREAKING: All Florida Schools Closed for School Year
UPDATE AS OF APRIL 18: The Florida Department of Education and Governor Ron DeSantis have recommended all Florida schools remain closed through the rest of the school year. Distance learning will continue. Orange Technical College campuses and off-site locations are also closed. "The last thing you want to do is force everyone in school and have half the kids show up because … [Read more...]
The Nation’s First “Smart” High School Sets Sights on Lake Nona, Medical City
Tavistock Development Company Still Needs to Approve the School The International School of Science, Technology, and the Arts (ISSTA) has plans to open “the next step in education” with a preparatory school focused on integrating technology with traditional teaching methods for a STEM and Arts education. If approved, the school would be located at the Lake Nona Medical … [Read more...]
Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions Returns to Lake Nona in 2026 – Where World-Class Golf Meets World-Class Entertainment
Lake Nona is once again preparing to welcome one of the most distinctive and energetic events in professional sports. The Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, known for blending elite women’s golf with celebrity competition and live entertainment, will return to Lake Nona Golf & Country Club from January 29 through February 1. The announcement comes as Hilton … [Read more...]
How to Wrap Up the Year Without Burning Out Your Team
If you’ve ever tried to run a marathon after a holiday feast, you know how it feels to push when you’re already full, sluggish, strained and short of breath. That’s exactly what most teams experience in Q4. By the time December rolls around, the energy that fueled your team in January has shifted. Projects are closing, goals are due, and the holiday calendar is bursting … [Read more...]
Lake Nona Interiors Insider: Volume Seventeen: Key 2025 Holiday Interior Design Trends: Cozy, Luxe and a Little Bit Magical
The holiday season is here, and you know exactly how it goes. One minute you are putting away Halloween decor and the next you are knee deep in garlands and glitter. But this year’s 2025 holiday interior design trends are bringing something refreshing: calm, coziness, nostalgia and beautifully intentional design. This season is all about creating a home that feels like a … [Read more...]
The Winning Family: What Kids Really Want for Christmas (and It’s Not More Stuff)
Every December, parents find themselves asking the same question: “Why does the season that’s supposed to bring peace feel so exhausting?” It’s almost ironic. The holidays promise joy and connection – yet for many families, December has become the most stressful month of the year. Maybe the real problem isn’t that parents aren’t doing enough. Maybe the problem is that we’re … [Read more...]
Orlando Fringe Announces Complete Schedule of 2026 “Winter Mini-Fest” January 7-11
A Fun-Sized Festival Returns to Orlando With Top Local, National and International Acts Spanning Every Genre in True Fringe Fashion from PG to OMG Orlando Fringe is excited to announce the complete schedule of the 10th Anniversary winter festival – the fun-sized Winter Mini-Fest (formerly FESTN4) – on January 7-11 inside Orlando Shakes. Winter Mini-Fest bridges the gap … [Read more...]
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