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 … Continue Reading
Lake Nona News
Nemours Children’s Health Survey Shows Teachers See Nation’s Youngest Kids Falling Behind in Literacy, Impacting Their Lifelong Health
Teachers highlight need for improved programs and resources; Nemours Children’s Reading BrightStart! boosts literacy, affecting long-term health … [Read More...]
Retail Reimagined: Lake Nona West Locks in Powerhouse Lineup
Lake Nona’s bold, new shopping destination secures over 300,000 square feet of premier retailers such as Nordstrom Rack, Total Wine & More, … [Read More...]
Entertainment
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...]
We Take So Much For Granted: Part II
Communication: Who remembers letter writing as communication? If you made a friend who did not live locally and wanted to keep … [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
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...]
School Update: Lake Nona High School
Lake Nona High School’s Theatre department, Troupe 7434, recently swept the stage at their annual District Festival! Students Milan Borges and Jackson Chase both won “Best in Show” for their incredible solo musical … [Read More...]