If anyone wanted to know who District 4’s county commissioner, Jennifer Thompson, would put in office to succeed her, it would be Susan Makowski. “I’ve been with Thompson for seven years. I know why something was approved, and I know why it wasn't approved,” Susan firmly claims. Standing by Thompson’s side for both of her terms as commissioner, she too has built relationships … [Read more...]
UF Students Rise Against White Nationalist Richard Spencer
University of Florida students protested against white nationalist speaker Richard Spencer by gathering in front of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts at UF in Gainesville on Oct. 19. Hundreds of students from the campus came in hopes of shutting down the speech given by Spencer, who visited the university to speak about his beliefs on white supremacy, not equality … [Read more...]
Fisher House Construction Update
If a United States military veteran is an inpatient at the Orlando Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, they no longer have to bear living apart from their families or loved ones. One might inquire how this is made possible. The answer is simply a Fisher House. Showcased in the heart of Lake Nona's Medical City, the VA houses up to 134 military veterans.The … [Read more...]
DriveShack’s Daniel Huertas
The Lake Nona Sports and Performance District will be adding a new addition in the first quarter of 2018. Catering to all golf lovers, the new facility will be known as Drive Shack. It’s set to be a three-story structure with a driving range that is nearly 60,000 square feet and also will include bars and lounge areas. There also will be be a restaurant on deck that serves a … [Read more...]
Kevin Ballinger Running for County Commissioner
Who is Kevin Ballinger? Some would say he is a department head for Orange County Public Schools (OCPS). Others might say he is a military retiree. If you ask his wife, he is a husband. If you ask his children, he is a father. He is many things. After an hour conversation, one would probably agree that is he is the epitome of a human Swiss army knife. He is versatile, well … [Read more...]