More than 7 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease, according to a 2025 report from the Alzheimer's Association. The emotional toll of watching a loved one struggle with memory loss, depression, anxiety and cognitive decline is already overwhelming – but the financial burden can be significant, too. Hopefully, this disease will never touch your family, but it's important to … [Read more...]
The Winning Family: Make This Summer Count
Summer is here—and with it comes a golden opportunity that slips away far too quickly: time with your kids. As parents, we only get 18 summers. That’s it. Eighteen windows to create memories, build trust, and shape the hearts of our children. But something is quietly stealing that time—and it glows from the palm of their hands. Between smartphones, video games, and social … [Read more...]
The Artist: Juan Pablo Santa Luna
Nonahood News: The last time you were featured in Nonahood News was in 2023. How has your journey evolved since then? Juan Pablo Santa Luna: Well, my journey has been very challenging. At that time, I was working as a philanthropist and cultural ambassador for the Orlando Philharmonic. So my job was to promote music and bring in donations. I was really focused on just that. … [Read more...]
Nona Your Neighbor: Mona Makarevic
Nonahood News had the opportunity to interview Lake Nona Luminary Middle School student Mona Makarevic, a decorated tennis player with 16 medals and eight trophies. At 12 years old, Mona plays on every tennis court: regular hard court, grey clay, red clay, synthetic and real grass. In WTN (World Tennis Number), Mona currently stands 15th in the region and 154th in the state of … [Read more...]
Newbery Medal Winners Jerry Craft and Kwame Alexander Embark on National Book Tour
Award-winning author, illustrator and Lake Nona resident, Jerry Craft has announced an exciting nationwide book signing tour alongside fellow Newbery Medalist, Kwame Alexander. The groundbreaking event celebrates their latest collaboration—a children's book that marks the first-ever created by two Newbery-winning authors. The tour will conclude with a special appearance at … [Read more...]