Orlando took another step toward cementing its reputation as a national leader in healthcare innovation on August 4 when global innovation platform Plug and Play officially launched its new health program in Lake Nona. The event at the GuideWell Innovation Center drew healthcare executives, startup founders, investors and community leaders. Plug and Play, which operates in more … [Read more...]
Second Harvest Urges Central Florida to Take Action This September As Need for Assistance Rises
Hunger Action Month Highlights Multiple Ways for Community to Help Feed Hope As the region’s largest emergency food provider, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida knows that every action makes a difference – and this September, the food bank is calling on members of the community to take at least one action to help feed hope. Hunger Action Month, observed every … [Read more...]
Team USA Twirlers Bring Home Three Medals From the 2025 World Championship in Italy
After a year of preparation, the Lake Nona-based team of 25 talented athletes represented theUSA at the International Baton Twirling Federation (IBTF) World Championship in Torino, Italy.Competing on August 2-3, Twirl Florida brought home an impressive set of medals, makingLake Nona and their country proud. The journey to Italy began in 2024 when Twirl Florida competed at … [Read more...]
Junior Achievement of Central Florida Unveils Plans for New Experiential Learning Center Opening in Fall 2026 and Funded by Transformational Gift
Philanthropist Jesse Eisner, the Lewis Foundation, and Lake Nona Commit Support to Launch Central Florida’s first JA BizTown® and Hands-On Learning Hub Slated to Serve 30,000 Students Annually Junior Achievement of Central Florida (JACF) is proud to announce a transformative lead gift from philanthropist and JACF Board member Jesse Eisner to support the development of … [Read more...]
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 food service industry. Since its launch in 2013, the program has helped 525 graduates gain the skills and support needed to start a career path in Central Florida’s … [Read more...]