“Bicycles are the indicator species of a community, like shellfish in a bay.” - P. Martin Scott As I write this, it is two weeks before Tour de Cure, the cycling event that raises significant funds for American Diabetes Association. As of this writing, 100 riders are signed up to participate as members of Nona Cycle and we are at 65% of our $50,000 fundraising … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Hector Perez
In this recurring special feature, Nonahood News recognizes and honors those everyday heroes who have served or are currently serving our country and making a difference in our community. Those who reside in the Lake Nona and surrounding area are our Nona Heroes. Hector Perez found himself serving in the United States Marine Corps for four years, and his decision to join … [Read more...]
Lake Nona Youth Sports Founder Pleased at Program’s Success
When Mike Bensey and his family moved to Lake Nona 13 years ago, he’d hoped to enroll his eighth-grade son in youth football where he could play sports and meet new friends in the community. Instead, he spent a year shuttling his son back to their old neighborhood on the east side of Orlando to play football since he wasn’t having any luck finding an organized sports program in … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Army Specialist Kimberly Jones
In this recurring special feature, Nonahood News recognizes and honors those everyday heroes who have served or are currently serving our country and making a difference in our community. Those who reside in the Lake Nona and surrounding area are our Nona Heroes. This month’s hero is Kimberly Jones. She was raised in Saudi Arabia and was the daughter of an Aramco Oil … [Read more...]
Nona Your Neighbor: Amy Johnson-Henson
Amy Johnson-Henson is a Nonahood resident and teacher at Narcoossee Middle School. She loves history and travel as well as helping teach some of the brightest young minds of the future. Check out our conversation with her below! NHN: When did you come to Lake Nona and what brought you here? AJH: I have lived in Central Florida for over 20 years and have worked in the Lake … [Read more...]
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